What type of treatment is offered for someone who has Periodontal Disease?
We have a comprehensive non-surgical periodontal program to fight this disease. Included in the therapy program is the use of ultra-sonic scaling (a device utilizing high frequency vibration) to aid in calculus and plaque removal from the teeth. Additionally, hand scaling is used to smooth the roots and antimicrobial irrigation helps reduce bacteria. We may also use site specific chemotherapeutic agents, antimicrobial rinses and fluoride treatments to help combat this disease. As part of the periodontal program we place a strong emphasis on your oral hygiene at home. At your first visit of the periodontal program, you will receive the Rota-dent homecare instrument, with instructions on proper use. At subsequent visits our hygienist will make sure you are using the Rota-dent properly and go over your hygiene. We realize that managing your “gum problem” will be the result of a joint effort between you, Dr. Bushdid and our hygienist. Choosing Oral Hygiene Products There are so many produc
