Periodontics
Periodontal Expertise
Dr. Chris Brett is a board-certified Periodontist specializing in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and related conditions. With a comprehensive view of oral health, he addresses periodontal disease, gum recession and dental implants.
Problems we treat
Periodontal Disease
If you are suffering from red, swollen, or tender gums, you may have periodontal disease. Left untreated, it may lead to inflammation, bleeding, and eventually recession. Early diagnosis and treatment can preserve the health of your teeth and gums.
The Stages of Periodontal Disease
Inflammation from bacteria may cause gums to be red, swell, and bleed. If you have any of these symptoms, we highly recommend you seek treatment as soon as possible. A general dentist can usually intervene when the disease is in the gingivitis stage.
Left untreated, gingivitis can progress to the next stage. Periodontitis occurs when gums begin to separate from the teeth leading to infected pockets. Toxins from the bacteria combined with the body’s response to the infection can erode supporting bone and tissue, eventually causing tooth loss. Treatment from a Periodontist is required at this stage.
Recession is when the roots of your teeth become exposed caused by a loss of gum tissue. Periodontitis, aggressive brushing habits, clenching/grinding of teeth and orthodontic tooth movement can all contribute to recession. It can lead to tooth sensitivity, undesirable esthetics, inflammation and tooth mobility. Identifying recession, addressing the causes and treating with gum grafting can stop the recession from worsening.
Dental implants can be used to replace missing teeth and restore function as well as your smile. Various procedures are used to prepare for dental placement and to address dental implant health. Without thorough planning and appropriate therapy, dental implants will fail.
Periodontal Treatments
Gum Grafting
Gum recession is effectively addressed with gum grafting, a crucial treatment for maintaining the health of your tooth-supporting tissue. Various techniques using your own gum tissue, donor tissue or other materials are used to thicken your tissue and cover your exposed roots for long-term health. Dr. Chris is Chao Pinhole Surgical TechniqueTM certified, which is a suture-free and minimally invasive surgical method to correct gingival recession.
Ridge Augmentation
Ridge augmentation is often performed at sites of missing teeth where there is inadequate bone for a dental implant. This surgery helps recreate the original contour of bone required for dental implant placement.
Scaling and Root Planing
Scaling and root planing, also known as a deep cleaning, is the initial non-surgical method to treat gum disease. Special dental tools are used to clean the teeth by removing the plaque and tartar that have gathered above and below the gum line. Removing the bacteria allows the gums to reattach to the teeth and prevent further bone loss.
Laser Periodontal Surgery
To minimize patient discomfort and maximize treatment effectiveness, Dr. Chris uses laser technology to perform Wavelength-Optimized Periodontal Therapy (WPT). WPT utilizes two laser wavelengths, Er:YAG and Nd:YAG, to remove diseased tissue, eliminate bacteria, and promote tissue regeneration.
Sinus Augmentation
If you've lost bone in your upper back jaw area due to reasons such as periodontal disease or tooth loss, you may be left without enough bone to place implants. Sinus augmentation, also known as sinus lift surgery, can help correct this problem by raising the sinus floor and developing bone for the placement of dental implants.
Osseous Surgery with Guided Tissue Regeneration
This periodontal procedure involves reshaping the bone that supports the teeth and bone grafting to fill in large defects in the bone. It aims to eliminate deep pockets, remove bacteria, and encourage the body's natural ability to regenerate lost bone and gum tissue. This makes it easier to clean the teeth and prevent further bone loss.
Guided Bone & Tissue Regeneration
Transform your smile with our dental implants, the pinnacle of modern restorative dentistry. Our team specializes in restoring missing or damaged teeth, enhancing both aesthetics and function.
Surgically Facilitated Orthodontic Treatment (SFOT)
Embrace a full smile makeover with all-on-4 dental implants, a revolutionary solution for comprehensive smile restoration.
Root Surface Debridement
Designed to remove damaged tissue, debridement may be performed using ultrasonic instruments or hand tools.
Contact us
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