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Periodontics

Specialized Care for Your Gum Health

Periodontics is a specialized branch of dental care focused on maintaining and improving the health of the gums and periodontal tissues. This treatment is essential for preventing gum diseases that can cause gum recession, pain, and even tooth loss. Effective periodontal care helps keep your oral cavity healthy, protecting against infections and other conditions. Healthy gums are also a fundamental prerequisite for a beautiful smile.

Why Choose Dental Art

Our clinic employs highly qualified and experienced periodontists who use the latest methods and materials to deliver top-quality services and treatment results. By providing periodontal care, our specialists ensure the health of your gums, which is vital for the overall health of your oral cavity.

What to Know Before the Procedure

Thorough oral hygiene at home is a critical step in preparing your gums for treatment. During the visit, it is important to inform the periodontist about your health conditions, chronic illnesses, medications you are taking, or allergies. Otherwise, no special preparation is required before the appointment.

What Happens During the Procedure

Periodontal treatment typically involves a detailed examination of the teeth and gums and performing X-ray diagnostics.

  • If the patient’s teeth are sensitive, the periodontist may administer surface anesthesia to reduce gum sensitivity before the procedure.
  • Depending on the patient’s needs, the periodontist may perform various procedures, such as deep scaling and root planning (deep curettage), surgical periodontal treatment, surgical gum pocket reduction, or gum contouring.

 

Recommendations & Follow-Up Care

After periodontal treatment, maintaining strict oral hygiene is crucial to prevent further infections. Patients who undergo deep scaling and root planning should visit a dental hygienist regularly, at least once every three months, for professional teeth cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Periodontics?

Periodontics is the field of dental care that focuses on the health of gums and periodontal tissues, preventing and treating gum diseases.

What are the symptoms of gum diseases?

Early signs of gum disease may include:

  • Red, swollen, or bleeding gums
  • Gums receding from the teeth (gum recession)
  • Bad breath
  • Pus around tooth roots or gums
  • Changes in bite alignment
How is periodontal treatment performed?

The procedure involves a thorough examination of the teeth and gums, as well as X-ray diagnostics. Depending on the patient’s needs, treatments may include deep scaling and root planing, surgical periodontal treatments, gum pocket reduction, or gum contouring.

Is periodontal treatment painful?

Only a small percentage of patients find periodontal treatment painful. Our specialists use anesthetics to minimize discomfort during the procedure.

How can gum disease development be prevented?
  • Thorough oral hygiene: Brush your teeth twice daily and floss at least once a day.
  • Regular visits to a dental hygienist are essential.
  • Avoid harmful habits such as smoking and excessive consumption of sugary or acidic foods.
  • A healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C, supports gum health and strengthens the body’s ability to fight infections.
Will my insurance cover the costs of visits?

Depending on your insurance policy, the costs of periodontal treatment may be partially or fully covered. Present your insurance policy during your visit, and our administrators will provide you with all the necessary information.

Can I split the payments?

Yes, Dental Art offers several options to make periodontal treatment more affordable and help you plan your finances. The payment options include:

  • Payment per visit: At the initial visit, the dentist will create a treatment plan outlining the number of visits and the cost of each. The full treatment cost does not need to be paid upfront; instead, payments can be made in installments with each visit.
  • Insurance policy: If you have health insurance, your insurer may cover the treatment costs partially or fully, depending on the policy terms.
  • Credit options: You can enter into an agreement with one of the credit institutions partnered with Dental Art to cover treatment costs, allowing you to spread payments and plan your finances in the long term.
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