Learn more about Periodontal Disease and what you can do to reduce your risk of getting this disease. Understand how our process and works and how we identify, prepare, treat, and perform post-therapy afterwards.
Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums and/or bone that surrounds the tooth. Generally the disease is painless, and most patients are not aware they have a problem until examined by a dentist. Read More >
Antibiotic Therapy
Antibiotic Therapy is the use of antibiotics to treat, prevent, or improve illness. We utilize three different methods depending on what is necessary for our patient. They are Systemic Antibiotic Therapy, Low Dose Antibiotics Therapy, and Local Antibiotic Therapy. Read More >
Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene and regular maintenance appointments are the critical steps of long term success. No matter how successful the initial treatment, without adequate follow-up the disease will reoccur. The patient must truly take responsibility for his or her own health. Read More >
Health Myths
It's human nature to look for a quick and easy solution to any health problem, and treating periodontal disease is no exception. Almost monthly there is another claim of curing gum disease with a new drug, mouthwash, or pill. Unfortunately, these "cures" don't work, and by the time the patient discovers that, much more periodontal destruction has occurred. Read More >
Glossary
Glossary of Periodontics Terms Read More >