Treating Moderate to Severe Periodontal Disease in NYC

Dr. Rahmani is nationally recognized as America’s Top Periodontist, one of the best periodontal disease specialists in the region. He is an award-winning periodontist and contributor to prominent media outlets. Dr. Rahmani provides a full range of periodontal procedures to treat all forms of gum disease, including Advanced Periodontal Disease.

Our state-of-the art facility is equipped with the most advanced periodontal equipment available in the USA, including the latest lasers high precision microscopes. We work with top dental labs in NYC and use only the highest quality dental components available on the market today.

Advanced Periodontal Disease Treatment in Midtown Manhattan, NYC

Treatment for moderate to severe periodontal disease is more extensive and is likely to be necessary if the gum pockets around your teeth measure in excess of 5mm.

These are the pockets created during the progression of the disease, and as your gums shrink back or pull away from your teeth.

We will measure the gum pocket depths during an initial examination.

Scaling and root planing is the standard non-surgical treatment for more advanced gum disease and is often used before laser treatment for gum disease.

It helps remove much of the infection from the gum pockets before they are thoroughly cleaned using our laser. If necessary, we can then place antibiotics into the gum pockets and which slowly release medication that will help eliminate any persistent bacteria.

Treatment is excellent for helping gums recover from periodontal disease but may need to be repeated at regular intervals to help bring the infection under control.

Risk of Tooth Decay around the Roots

One of the problems with advanced gum disease is that it destroys the gum tissue, causing it to shrink back from the teeth, exposing the tooth roots.

Advanced gum disease makes the teeth appear longer than is desirable, and increases the risk of tooth decay around the tooth’s roots. This is because tooth roots are not covered in enamel but instead have a thin layer of a substance called cementum which is much more easily worn away, increasing the risk of cavities.

When the tooth roots are exposed in this way, gum surgery can help replace lost tissue and may include gum grafting. Periodontal disease also destroys the bone surrounding teeth. Dental procedures to replace lost tissue and bone include highly sophisticated guided tissue regeneration.

We Do All We Can to Save Your Teeth from Extraction

Treatment for gum disease is most successful when caught early before the disease has had time to destroy gum tissue and bone.

But there is still plenty that can be done to treat advanced gum disease or periodontitis, and we will do everything possible to try to save teeth from extraction (see: Tooth Extraction).

In our periodontal office, we perform a full examination of your teeth and gums will enable us to formulate a suitable treatment plan, and we will make sure you fully understand all the options open to you, so that you can make an informed choice.

Today’s treatments are increasingly sophisticated and are more comfortable than ever before.

Read more about Treating Early Gum Disease (Gingivitis Treatment)

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First Signs of Gum Disease

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Gum Disease Risk Factors
Periodontal Maintenance
Top Tips for Keeping Your Gums in the Pink

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are the Causes of Periodontal Disease?

In the vast majority of cases, periodontal disease is caused by plaque, which is a sticky film composed mainly of bacteria. If plaque is left untreated, it can eventually advance to periodontitis. Plaque that is not removed can harden and form “tartar” that brushing doesn’t clean.

Only a professional cleaning by a dentist or dental hygienist can remove tartar. You should also keep in mind that Ongoing gum inflammation can cause periodontitis, eventually causing pockets to develop between your gums and teeth that fill with plaque, tartar, and bacteria.

What Tissues Are Affected by Severe Gum Disease?

Periodontal gum disease, commonly referred to as gum disease, is considered a serious gum infection that destroys the soft tissue. Additionally, without proper gum disease treatment in Midtown, NYC, periodontitis can destroy the bone that supports your teeth. This type of dental problem can cause teeth to loosen or even lead to tooth loss. As was mentioned above, periodontitis is a common dental issue, but it can be prevented with proper oral hygiene.

How Much Is Gum Disease Treatment Cost?

Periodontal disease treatment cost can get expensive in the long-run if you leave periodontitis untreated. The initial deep cleaning for the purpose of removing gum disease might cost around $200, while surgery to restore the gum problem can go up to $1000 or more per section of the mouth. If you want to avoid complications during periodontal disease Manhattan treatment and save money in the long-run, it will be more cost-efficient to visit a dentist for regular cleanings to prevent this dental problem.

What Are the Symptoms of Periodontitis?

Below you can find a list of the most common symptoms of have periodontal disease:

• Swollen gums
• Bleeding gums
• Bad breath
• Painful chewing
• Sensitive teeth
• Gum recession
• Loose teeth

It is highly recommended to begin periodontal gum disease treatment as soon as possible because it is linked to increased risk factors for conditions like stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease.

What Are the Risk Factors for Periodontitis?

• Smoking: it is considered one of the most crucial risk factors associated with the development of gum disease. Keep in mind that smoking lowers your chances of successful treatment for periodontal disease
• Hormonal changes in women: these changes make gums more sensitive and make it easier for the disease to develop
• Diabetes: people with diabetes have a higher risk of developing infections
• Medications: several over-the-counter medications decrease the salvia flow, which has a protective effect on the mouth. Lack of salvia makes your mouth more vulnerable to infections, including gum disease
• Genetic predisposition: some people are prone to advanced gum disease than others

What Is the Epidemiology of Periodontal Disease?

According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, up to 90% of the global population suffers from periodontal disease. It makes it one of the most common oral conditions. It has been found that around 50% of adults in the U.S. have some form of gingivitis. Additionally, up to 80% of Americans have experienced some form of periodontal disease in the life. Studies also show that older adults and males are more vulnerable to gum diseases.

Do you have questions about advanced periodontal disease treatment? Would you like to schedule an appointment with the best and most experienced periodontist Dr. Rahmani of Manhattan Periodontics Implant Surgery. Please contact our office in Midtown NYC to discover your gum disease treatment options