Periodontal Therapy

In order to stop progressive infection and prevent tooth loss, periodontal therapy is needed. The goals of periodontal therapy are:

• Eliminate bacterial infection
• Remove plaque and tartar
• Correct local contributing factors and bite
• Address systemic factors
• Regenerate lost tissue and bone where possible
• Re-establish environment that is easily cleansible by the patient and hygienist

Treatment procedures include:

• Scaling and root planing
• Pocket reduction
• Periodontal maintenance
• Dental implants
• Gingival grafting 
• Bone grafting