PERIODONTAL DISEASE 

Periodontal disease is a microbial infection of the supporting tissue around the teeth. It is a silent, progressive disease that, if left untreated, can cause you to lose your teeth. In fact periodontal infection is the number one cause of tooth loss.

The infection is the result of two events: 1) Plaque, which consist of about 80% bacteria and 20% food particles, binds to tooth. 2) As plaque matures it releases toxins causing the body's immune system to release enzymes. These enzymes initiate an inflammatory response, a protective mechanism, trying to isolate and remove the bacterial assault. Unfortunately these same enzymes will also destroy collagen( tissue) and bone.

The pathogenic microorganism associated with this infections are also a major risk factor in many systemic diseases. Every time you swallow, bacteria from the mouth will start to travel through the bloodstream and all the major organs. These organism are associated with heart disease, stroke, stomach ulcer, diabetes, and pre-term low birth weight babies, just to name a few.

When we treat the infection we need to treat it internally (systemically) and externally (in the mouth) at the same time.

We treat the inside with Nutraceuticals called Perio Therapy. We also prescribe Ortho Care to stop bone loss. (Both of these supplement contain herbal ingredients only.) These nutraceutical inhibit the release of toxins by the pathogens and release of enzymes by the body, thus eliminating the inflammatory process and strengthening the immune system.

In order to treat the infection from the outside it is necessary that we carry out a series of appointments. Several treatments are scheduled a week to ten days apart. These appointments are an hour long during which we disinfect the pockets. We use a micro sonic scaler and antibacterial irrigation. It is important to retreat with scaling and irrigating frequently to halt the repopulation of the pockets with bacteria. We will be taking plaque samples from your mouth to monitor our progress on the phase microscope. You are also guided to do the best possible homecare regimen: proper use of electric brush, correct flossing, use of the  Hydro Floss and selection of the appropriate toothpaste and rinse.

When the activity on the monitor is acceptable, the bleeding points are eliminated and your overall oral hygiene is improved, we know to stop the treatment and start to concentrate on aiding you to keep the health of your mouth.