Gum Disease Treatment Encino
A Comprehensive Approach to Treating Gum Disease
When it comes to treating gum disease in Encino, there’s no practice nearby that’s better equipped than ours. Our Board-Certified periodontist, Dr. Yi, has extensive specialty training in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of the number one cause of tooth loss, called periodontal (or gum) disease. When the health of the foundation of your smile is compromised, count on our experts’ help. Give our office a call today to learn more about the advanced gum disease services we offer.
Why Choose Signature Smiles of LA for Gum Disease Treatment?
- In-House Board-Certified Periodontist, Dr. Ivana Yi
- High-Quality, Truly Comprehensive Dentistry
- Advanced Laser Technology for Precise Therapies
Advanced Periodontal Treatment
Our dental office in Encino offers comprehensive periodontal care thanks to our Board-Certified periodontist, Dr. Ivana Yi. When you visit us, you won’t have to worry about being referred out if you’re ever diagnosed with gum disease, because we can provide you with the highest quality of care right under our roof.
Gum disease is about more than bleeding gums; it is a silent but serious condition that can progress without obvious symptoms until its advanced stage, periodontitis. Staying current with routine checkups and teeth cleanings at our Encino, CA, dental office is key to preventing the progression of gum disease and preserving oral health.
However, optimal gum health also supports overall health and well-being. Untreated periodontal disease is linked to an increased risk of heart and lung disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, dementia, and numerous other systemic conditions.
Personalized Periodontal Care
Dr. Mahooti and Dr. Yi work closely with you to develop a treatment plan to restore your gums to full health. Once you’ve received periodontal treatment, maintaining your gum health is crucial to keep the infection from advancing and causing more severe impacts on your smile.
For many patients, this involves more frequent dental cleanings to keep your gum health in check. We also focus on education and prevention to encourage proactive steps to maintain your gums and oral health. At our state-of-the-art dental office, we use advanced technology, including digital imaging and laser dentistry, to ensure precise diagnoses and effective treatments.
Possible treatment options include:
- Scaling & Root Planing – Better known as a deep cleaning, scaling and root planing aims to minimize bacteria and tartar accumulation on the teeth and roots to prevent the infection from progressing.
- Chao Pinhole Technique – This minimally invasive technique allows Dr. Yi to address gum recession and protect the vulnerable roots of teeth in smiles affected by advanced periodontitis.
- Laser Periodontal Treatment – Our Isol laser technology allows Dr. Yi to precisely remove severely damaged gum tissue and kill harmful oral bacteria on-the-spot.
- Antibiotic Treatment – We pack the gums with Arestin microspheres that gradually release antibiotics over the course of two weeks to fight off infection.