Dr. Patel
Periodontist
The training that Dr. Patel has received has given him a wide range of experience in treating advanced periodontal disease, complicated extractions of teeth, placement of dental implants, bone regenerative procedures, as well as in periodontal plastic surgery/cosmetic procedures.
Dr. Pooria Fallah
Periodontist
Dr. Fallah received his DDS degree in 2009 and subsequently completed his residency program in Periodontics at New York University College of Dentistry in 2015. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontics in 2016 and has been practicing periodontics in private practice in Dallas since 2015.
Dr. Husain
Periodontist
Dr. Husain is proficient in dental surgical procedures involving bone and soft tissue grafting, dental implant placement, minimally invasive LANAP and other laser procedures, and treating chronic periodontal diseases.
Dr. Li
Periodontist
Dr. Li is a Board-Certified periodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. A Diplomate is a periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty, demonstrating a comprehensive mastery of all phases of periodontal disease and treatment and in the placement of dental implants.
Dr. Sheppard
Periodontist
Dr. Sheppard has been in private practice since 2004. She takes pride in providing her patients with the highest quality care using the latest technology and using a patient centered approach. In 2005, she co-founded The Northwest Society of Women Dentists, an organization for women who were often also business owners.
Treatment Options for Gum Disease; Perioscope
Gum disease causes pockets to form in the area where the gums have detached from your tooth, due to calculus accumulation. To determine if you have gum disease, we will use a thin probe to measure the depth of your gum pockets. A healthy gum pocket should not be deeper than 4mm. Pockets that are between 4-6mm in depth indicate early to moderate periodontitis, and pockets deeper than 7mm indicate severe periodontitis. If gum disease has developed and is not corrected, the bacterial plaque and calculus will continue to grow, which in turn will cause your gums to detach and eventually cause the supporting bone to deteriorate eventually leading to tooth loss.
If periodontal disease is present, a deep teeth cleaning or scaling and root planing procedure will be recommended in order to remove the bacterial plaque and calculus that has accumulated on the root surfaces of your teeth, below your gum line, and address rough areas, abrasions, or pits to make it more difficult for plaque to accumulate and give your gums an opportunity to reattach to the cleaned root surface.
While performing this procedure, we will utilize advanced technologies like the perioscope to ensure you receive a thorough deep cleaning. The perioscope monitor allows us to closely visualize and examine deeply buried deposits of calculus that would not otherwise be detectable. The perioscope also allows us to do more effective root planing by displaying the root surface in far greater detail, which lets us perform a more thorough removal of deposits. Because we can now identify and remove these deposits, we can effectively correct moderate and even severe cases of periodontal disease that would otherwise require surgical intervention. In fact, the perioscope allows us to achieve even better results than surgery, which does provide as detailed and thorough examination of your teeth.
Before beginning the deep teeth cleaning/scaling and root planing procedure, we will administer a local anesthetic to ensure you do not experience any discomfort and dental sedation if necessary. Once you are sufficiently numb and comfortable, the deep teeth cleaning will begin with removal of plaque and calculus that has accumulated on the surfaces of your teeth and below your gum line. We frequently offer dental sedation for this procedure to help with patient comfort and since the procedure can be a longer procedure. Next, we will remove rough areas, abrasions, or pits to inhibit plaque from imbedding and multiplying on the tooth root surface and to enhance your gum’s ability to reattach. With the support of the periodontal endoscope, we can remove the bacterial plaque and calculus.
How to Avoid Gum Disease
Although performing a deep cleaning utilizing the perioscope will halt the progression of gum disease, it is important to continue practicing good oral hygiene habits to prevent gum disease from returning. This includes brushing and flossing daily and scheduling regular checkups every three to six months. These regular examinations allow us to monitor the health of your gums and teeth and address issues as early as possible. If you have generally healthy gums and teeth, you only require a checkup every six months, or if you are at a greater risk of developing gum disease you may need periodontal maintenance every three to four months.
Periodontal Endoscope; Cost to Treat
The cost of periodontal endoscope used as part of your deep cleaning will be factored into the total cost of whatever procedure you are having performed. Additional factors that will determine the total cost are whether dental sedation is necessary, how many visits are required, and whether the procedure that is performed is covered under your dental insurance plan. It is also important to factor in the cost of the initial visit and any follow-up appointments that may be necessary.
If you are covered under a dental insurance plan, although we are not in-network, we will gladly help prepare and file your claim to ensure you receive your maximum reimbursement. Payment is due in full on the day of treatment. We accept cash, check, Visa, Discover, Mastercard, and American Express. If you are concerned about the cost of receiving treatment, please know that we offer Compassionate Finance, which offers a variety of payment solutions with fixed interest rates and manageable monthly payments and CareCredit®, which offers 24-monty payment plans with zero interest, as well as low-interest financing for 24-60 months.
PERIODONTAL SERVICES
To determine if you have gum disease, your periodontist will measure the space between your teeth and gums. Patients who have pockets that are deeper than the average depth of three millimeters or less will be considered candidates for treating gum disease. Depending upon how severe your case is, your periodontist will suggest a follow up appointment, during which several different treatment options may be recommended.
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At Root Periodontal and Implant Center, we are committed to providing you with the periodontal care you need to enjoy good oral health and maintain a smile that you can be confident in. We are also committed to making your experience as comfortable and relaxing as possible. Blankets and pillows are provided in the treatment room, and oral and IV sedation options are available for you if you are anxious or are scheduled for a longer procedure. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact our office today. We look forward to hearing from you and providing you with the care you need!
We look forward to serving you and your smile and having you on your way as soon as possible!