What procedures does a periodontist perform?

What procedures are considered periodontics?

Periodontists offer a wide range of treatments, such as scaling and root planing (the cleaning of infected root surfaces), root surface debridement (the removal of damaged tissue), and regenerative procedures (the reversal of lost bone and tissue).

What are 3 conditions that a periodontist may treat?

Why would you need to see a periodontist?

Gum disease and dental implant treatments are the most common reasons to see a periodontist. But you can benefit from a periodontist's skill in other areas: Tooth extraction, which many periodontists refer to as tooth removal. Bone grafting to repair bone loss after tooth removal.

What happens during periodontal treatment?

What happens during initial periodontal treatment? We will remove the'tartar' (calculus) caused by bacteria from above the gum line by cleaning (scaling) the teeth. remove bacteria and calculus from under the gum by cleaning (scaling and instrumenting) your teeth.

What Type of Procedures Do Periodontists Perform?

Is periodontal treatment painful?

Will treatment hurt? You can expect some discomfort from periodontal treatment, but it will probably be much less than you fear. The high fear factor is one of the reasons why people don't see the dentist soon enough when they notice symptoms.

Is periodontal surgery painful?

The actual gum grafting procedure is painless. This is because a local anesthetic is used to numb the affected area. A periodontist, who is a dental specialist in gum disease and the gums, typically performs this procedure. You may instead feel some movement or pressure as your periodontist performs the procedure.

What is the main cause of periodontal disease?

Overview. Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It's typically caused by poor brushing and flossing habits that allow plaque—a sticky film of bacteria—to build up on the teeth and harden.

Do periodontists do extractions?

A periodontist is in the field of saving permanent teeth. For that reason, some people find it interesting that this dental professional extracts them. However, this dental professional will do everything possible to avoid extraction. If a patient has a tooth pulled, a periodontist has the qualifications to replace it.

Do periodontists do root canals?

Periodontists are concerned with the health of gums and treating gum disease and inflammation. On the other hand, Endodontists specialize in tooth roots and oral pain. Patients are most commonly referred to them for a complicated root canal.

What do periodontist specialize in?

A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease. They also help you manage signs of advancing gum problems like oral inflammation. Gum disease happens when the tissue around your teeth gets infected, causing inflammation.

How do you get rid of deep pockets in gums?

What does a periodontist do for receding gums?

Minor gum recession may be treated with a specialized deep cleaning known as root scaling and planing, which aims to reduce the size of pockets that develop in the gums. For cases of more advanced recession, dental surgery known as gum grafting can help to restore your smile and your oral health.

What is the difference between a periodontist and an oral surgeon?

While oral surgeons specialize in the surgical side of dentistry, a periodontist has advanced surgical training in Implant Dentistry, and is trained to improve oral health less invasively and without the need for advanced surgical procedures.

What does a periodontist do for bone loss?

During periodontal surgery the periodontist may need to place a bone graft to help regenerate lost tooth supporting bone. During the procedure the periodontist folds back part of the gum and cleans out any infected gum tissue, bacteria covered calculus and rough tooth surfaces that can make gum disease worse.

Do periodontist do fillings?

Not all periodontists offer routine care, but we do. In addition to providing periodontal treatment and dental implants, our team can help you maintain your smile and oral health through routine exams, cleanings, x-rays, and fillings.

Do periodontists extract wisdom teeth?

A periodontist is a special dentist that works primarily on the supporting structures of the teeth. They are a great type of specialist that may often perform wisdom tooth extractions. Because they are fully trained in the supporting structures of the teeth, they are capable of pulling out the wisdom teeth.

Can an oral surgeon do a gum graft?

An oral surgeon can treat gum tissue that is too thin. These scenarios are appropriate for an intervention known as a gum graft. This procedure, which can be performed by an oral surgeon, takes soft tissue from elsewhere in the mouth and places it to the graft site. This is known as a free gingival graft.

What are the 4 stages of periodontal disease?

Which toothpaste is best for periodontal disease?

Use Corsodyl Toothpaste, which physically removes the build of plaque bacteria along the gum line, helping to keep the seal between your gums and teeth tight. When used to brush twice daily it is 4x more effective* than a regular toothpaste at removing the main cause of bleeding gums.

Can you live with periodontal disease?

Living with periodontal disease can cause aesthetic complications and bone loss of a serious nature. Unlike other injuries, periodontal disease does not cause any pain. It is a silent disease when the teeth gum becomes inflamed and bleeds.

How long does it take to recover from periodontal surgery?

You can expect your gums to take up to two weeks to heal fully, so during this time it's crucial that you follow your doctor's directions. You'll be able to go home after the procedure, but depending on the type of anesthetic your periodontist uses, you may need to have someone drive you home.

Do they put you to sleep for gum grafts?

Normally we use local anesthesia for gum grafting, because our dentist must collect the tissue from the roof of your mouth before stitching it into place over the exposed dental root. You don't need to be fully sedated, and can even drive yourself home after the appointment.

Can you talk after a gum graft?

Avoid Talking (As Much As Possible)

Talking causes your mouth's muscles to stretch, which, in turn, can loosen up the gauze and increase the chances of bleeding. Refraining from speaking is hard, but try to remain silent as much as possible for the first two to three days after gum grafting surgery.

How long does a periodontal cleaning take?

The average time for a deep cleaning visit is approximately 45 minutes. In most cases, a deep cleaning will take two visits to clean both sides of the mouth.