Comprehensive Periodontal Care at Mona Lisa Smile Dental

Mona Lisa Smile Dental, a Walnut Creek periodontist, offers complete periodontal care, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, to manage gum disease and maintain dental health. To guarantee the greatest results for our patients, our skilled staff, including your general dentist, use cutting-edge methods.

Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)

Deep cleaning, or scaling and root planing, is a non-surgical treatment for periodontal disease. This therapy goes beyond basic cleaning to address issues beneath the gum line.

Scaling and Root Planing: Clears the surfaces of teeth and the area beneath the gum line of plaque and tartar. By smoothing the root surfaces, root planing prevents additional bacterial and tartar accumulation.

We recommend surgery when periodontal pockets exceed three millimeters. Nearly half of Americans over 30 have chronic periodontitis, which this treatment can manage. Our specialists, trained in dental school, handle complex procedures, including crown lengthening, to restore gum health and tooth structure.

Periodontal Maintenance

Ongoing maintenance is essential to preventing disease recurrence after initial periodontal therapy. We recommend the following measures to maintain periodontal health:

• Cleanings more frequently, usually every three to four months
• Complete elimination of tartar and plaque above and below the gum line
• Assessment of pocket depth and gum health
• Evaluation of general oral health
• Soft tissue care to promote healthy gums
• Placement of dental implants when necessary to restore function and aesthetics

This strategy helps manage periodontal disease and maintain the results of scaling, root planing, and other treatments.

Gum Graft Surgery

We provide gum graft surgery to patients who have gum recession. Our team specializes in preventing further gum loss by using tissue from your mouth or a donor to cover exposed roots. This surgical procedure offers several advantages, including:

• Preventing deterioration in exposed roots
• Diminished sensitivity of the teeth
• Enhanced visual appeal
• Laser Gum Surgery

We use modern laser technology in our office to treat gum disease and bacterial infections. Laser gum surgery offers several benefits:

• Minimally invasive technique
• Decreased edema and bleeding
• Quicker recovery periods
• Targeting damaged tissue precisely

This cutting-edge method preserves healthy gum tissue while successfully treating periodontal disease and bacterial infections.

Pocket Reduction Surgery

We may recommend surgery to reduce pocket size in cases of advanced periodontal disease. This procedure aims to:

• Lessen the periodontal pockets’ depth
• Remove tartar and bacteria from underneath the gum line
• Encourage the reattachment of healthy gum tissue by reshaping broken bone

A periodontist receives specialized training to perform this advanced procedure. Pocket reduction surgery can significantly improve gum health and help prevent further bone and tooth loss.

At Mona Lisa Smile Dental, we’re committed to providing personalized periodontal care. We will work with you to create a treatment plan based on your needs and condition severity. A periodontist is a dentist with specialized training in diagnosing and treating gum disease. We understand that healthy gums are important for both your oral health and overall well-being.

Remember, early intervention is key in managing periodontal disease. If you experience symptoms like bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or loose teeth, schedule an appointment right away. Let us help you achieve and maintain optimal gum health for a lifetime of beautiful, confident smiles.