Periodontal Therapy is the branch of dentistry that encompasses the care and treatment of the supporting structures of the teeth.This
includes the gingival (gum) tissues and the bone surrounding the teeth.  A collaborative approach to providing periodontal care is utilized involving the patient, the dental hygienist, the dentist and a Periodontist (gum specialist) if indicated.

Periodontal Procedures include:

Scaling -therapy to remove plaque, stain, and calculus (tartar) from tooth surfaces that are below the gumline. (more info) (post treatment)

Root Planing - therapy to debride and smooth the root surfaces of teeth exposed by advancing periodontal diease. (more info) 

Oral Hygiene Instruction - individualized instruction in the use of periodontal aides and medicaments to help in the treatment of periodontal (gum) disease. (more info)

Site-Specific Antibiotic Therapy - therapy to treat isolated periodontal infections at their source. (more info) (post treatment)

Corrective Periodontal Surgery - surgical correction of existing defects to facilitate easier maintenence of the peiodontal (gum) tissues. This procedure usually involves collaberation with the Periodontist. (Gingivectomy)  (Crown Lengthening) (Bone Grafting) (Flap) (Gingival Grafting)

Laser Assisted Periodontal Therapy