We take periodontal disease very seriously. At your initial exam your will be screened for periodontal problems, and if necessary a treatment plan that fits your needs will be developed for you. Both non-surgical and surgical treatments are available at our both facilities and your treatment could include any or all of the following:

1.) Thorough charting of pockets around teeth and any recession of gum tissue
 
2.) Scaling and root planing to remove tartar, debris, infection causing bacteria and their toxins from tooth and root surfaces.
  
3.) Irrigation with antibacterial agents to ensure the harmful bacteria is eliminated and to promote healing.
 
4.) Home care instructions to help the gums to heal and to prevent any future problems with gum infections. 
 
5.) Re-evaluation including a re-exam of pockets and another plaque sample. At this time patients are put on a recall for three to four months.
 
6.) If surgery is indicated, it can be done here in the office. This can range from one quadrant up to a full mouth, and is done when non-surgical treatment does not eliminate the pockets for sufficient access to keep the gums healthy.
 
7.) Bone loss from periodontal disease can be surgically replaced using various bone grafting materials and regenerative techniques.

Do your gums bleed when brushing?
Are your gums receding?
Are your teeth sensitive to temperature changes?

All of the above are signs of periodontal disease. This disease does not cause any pain until the last stage when your teeth begin to loosen. For immediate assistance, please call our office at 781 894 0500 or 603 888 8100
Dr. Patel has extensive training in periodontal surgeries. He had completed post graduate program in Periodontology in 1982 and has been treating patients with complex periodontal problems since then. He is a member of American Academy of Periodontology. He has presented papers on various graft materials used in periodontal surgery and in international conferences.