Treatment methods have been changing because the understanding of periodontal disease has improved dramatically. Traditional treatments focus on the effects of periodontal disease like pockets, bleeding, and tarter removal. The long-established practice of surgically removing gum tissue to correct the damage of gum disease is becoming outdated and unnecessary.
The hygienists at Health First Dental are trained to treat the bacterial causes of periodontal disease and not just the effects. They are skilled at using lasers as part of their regular cleaning protocols to eliminate the harmful bacteria and to prevent them from spreading to other parts of the body. They can also apply laser therapy to reverse the damage of periodontitis.
These advanced techniques allow us to provide superior periodontal health to the patients at Health First Dental.