To learn more about periodontics prevention and treatment options, call (503) 248-1114 and schedule an appointment with Rachel Cole DDS PC. In our Portland, OR dental office, we offer preventative care in order to reduce the likelihood of our patients experiencing gum disease. As a result, we recommend visiting our 97209 for a dental cleaning twice a year. Since the condition is typically caused by the buildup of plaque and tartar under the gum line, keeping the area clean will promote healthy gums. If, however, you do develop gum disease, we provide periodontics that can treat the condition and restore your health. Doing so is critical because this condition is often the precursor to tooth loss.
Our periodontics treatment options include:
If your gums are red, swollen, bleeding, irritated, or appear to be shrinking, call our Portland, OR dental office for an immediate dental cleaning and periodontics treatment. When you visit our 97209 office, we will let you know which treatment options we recommend for your particular situation, and will discuss an antibiotic treatment, pocket irrigation, and prophylaxis in further detail. Schedule your appointment with Rachel Cole DDS PC by calling (503) 248-1114.
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on studying, diagnosing, and treating issues that affect the gums and the bone structures that support teeth. Periodontal disease is the leading dental problem that periodontics focuses on.Periodontal disease is an infection of gum tissues caused by the bacteria in plaque and tartar getting below the gum…
Periodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the supporting structures of teeth. Gum disease is a bacterial infection, and without periodontics treatment, it can potentially result in tooth loss because it compromises the structures supporting the teeth. Therefore, dentists usually check for early warning signals that patients may miss. Periodontal treatment may be…
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, periodontics is a dental specialty that focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease. When periodontal disease (also known as gum disease) develops, usually because of poor oral hygiene practices, the harm is not just to your gums but also to your general health. Continue reading…
If you are experiencing concerning dental symptoms, you may need to visit our Portland dental office for a periodontist. Many times our patients develop a periodontal disease because they were not aware of the symptoms and took no action to prevent the condition. If you become more aware of why and how periodontal disease and other…
A professional dental cleaning is non-invasive, and the entire process only takes a short amount of time on each visit. While the process for the visit may vary slightly for each patient, there are common steps involved with check-ups and professional dental cleaning visits that can be expected. The process for a dental cleaning typically involves…
Restorative dentistry treatments can change your smile and oral health dramatically. This dental subspecialty is particular because it allows patients to once again enjoy normal oral functions. The services deal with dental problems and help patients get back self-esteem and quality of life.The primary focus of a restorative dentist is the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment…