Periodontics in Concord, NC

Periodontics is the specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting the gums and other structures supporting the teeth.

Depending on the severity of the condition, treatment options for gum disease include scaling, root planing, deep cleaning, laser gum therapy, and surgical interventions, which are suitable for patients with moderate to advanced gum disease.

When your gum disease has progressed to an advanced stage, surgical treatments are your best option. Effective surgical options include flap surgery, gum grafting, and crown lengthening.

Effective non-surgical treatment options for gum disease include scaling, root planing, and deep cleaning. These gentle procedures clear plaque and tartar that accumulate under the gumline, strengthening your tooth roots and keeping your smile healthy.

Keeping your gums healthy after treatment is key to preserving your smile in the long run. Simple daily habits like brushing twice a day and flossing daily, along with attending regular check-ups with your dentist, help prevent plaque accumulation.

Digital imaging, modern sedation, and minimally invasive techniques have completely transformed gum disease treatment by improving accuracy and patient comfort.

Digital imaging techniques include:

• Digital radiography: Provides high-resolution x-rays with up to 80% less radiation exposure than traditional film.
• CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) imaging: It delivers three-dimensional views of the teeth, gums, and jawbone.
• Perioscopy: Tiny digital endoscopes are used to examine the surface beneath the gumline, magnify images, and precisely clean the gums.

Comfortable sedative options include:

• Nitrous oxide (laughing gas): A mild inhaled sedative that wears off quickly and helps ease anxiety during treatment.
• Oral sedation: It involves consuming prescription pills or liquids before treatment to induce a deep state of relaxation while keeping the patient responsive.
• IV sedation: It involves sedating the patient using intravenous injections, offering deep relaxation, and sending their mind into a dream-like state.

Minimally invasive gum treatment options include:

• Laser Periodontal Therapy (LAPT): It uses focused lasers to target and kill bacteria and remove infected tissue.
• Ultrasonic scaling and root planing: It uses high-frequency vibrations to remove hardened plaque and tartar from tooth roots.
• Minimally Invasive Non-surgical Therapy (MINST): A gum treatment that does not involve any surgical incisions or stitches.