The Foundation of a Healthy, Beautiful Smile
At Cosmetic Dental Center in Santo Domingo, our Periodontics service is dedicated to the health and treatment of the structures supporting your teeth—your gums and jawbone. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a serious condition that can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Our skilled periodontists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease, as well as the placement of dental implants. We are committed to restoring the health of your gums and protecting your smile’s long-term stability.
Recognizing the Signs of Gum Disease
Gum disease often progresses silently, but it’s crucial to recognize the early warning signs. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should seek professional periodontal care:
- Red, Swollen, or Tender Gums: Healthy gums should be firm and pink.
- Bleeding Gums: Gums that bleed easily during brushing or flossing.
- Receding Gums: Gums that pull away from the teeth, making them look longer.
- Persistent Bad Breath or a Bad Taste: Caused by the bacteria associated with gum disease.
- Loose or Shifting Teeth: A sign that the disease is affecting the bone structure.
- Changes in Your Bite: Your teeth no longer fit together as they used to.
Early detection and treatment are key to preventing the progression of gum disease and saving your teeth.
Our Periodontal Treatment Services
We offer a comprehensive range of treatments to restore and maintain your gum health:
- Scaling and Root Planing: A deep cleaning procedure that removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line and smooths the tooth root to prevent bacteria from re-adhering.
- Gum Grafting: Used to treat receding gums. A small piece of tissue is taken from the roof of the mouth or another source and used to cover the exposed tooth root.
- Pocket Reduction Surgery: A procedure to reduce the depth of periodontal pockets (the spaces that form between the teeth and gums), making it easier to clean and maintain the area.
- Dental Implant Placement: Our periodontists are experts in placing dental implants, ensuring they have a healthy and stable foundation in your jawbone.
- Crown Lengthening: A procedure to expose more of the natural tooth structure, often used to prepare a tooth for a crown or to correct a “gummy smile.”
Your gums are the foundation of your smile. Don’t compromise on their health.
Contact Cosmetic Dental Center in Santo Domingo today to schedule a consultation with our periodontics specialist. Let us help you achieve a healthy, stable, and beautiful smile.
