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PERIODONTICS

in mission viejo, ca

 

Periodontics is the area of dentistry that specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating gum disease. Periodontists receive up to three additional years of specialized training in diagnosing and treating periodontal disease, and are also experts in treating oral inflammation and replacing missing teeth with dental implants. Periodontal treatments and procedures include:

  • Teeth scaling, root planing and laser treatments
  • Pocket reduction
  • Gum grafting
  • Crown lengthening
  • Dental implants

The staff of Rancho Dental Sutdio is committed to helping you achieve good periodontal health for a lifetime.

Periodontal (Gum) Disease

It sneaks into your mouth slowly, sometimes silently and painlessly, and steals your teeth! This horrible creature, called gum disease or periodontal disease, affects over 75% of adults at some time and causes them more tooth loss than cavities do. Caused by plaque bacteria that attack gums, supporting tissues and even bones, periodontal disease may display warning signs such as:

  • Gums that are red, swollen, tender or bleed easily
  • Gums that have pulled away from teeth
  • Persistent bad breath or bad taste
  • Changes in tooth position, looseness, separation or mismatch

Factors increasing gum disease include tobacco use, poor oral hygiene, family history, especially crooked teeth, pregnancy, diabetes and certain medications. Not to worry – when detected in earlier stages, gum disease can be treated and even reversed. Let Rancho Dental Studio check your gums today and help ward off that sneaky attacker!

CALL TODAY! 949-682-7378

We look forward to serving you and your family! Schedule your appointment today!