Periodontics in Great Neck, NY

A healthy mouth includes both healthy teeth and healthy gums. Unfortunately, too many people neglect one or the other or both, and the result is an unhealthy mouth. An unhealthy mouth can lead to an unhealthy body, so it's essential to keep your teeth, gums, and mouth healthy.

According to the CDC, close to half of adults who are at least 30 have chronic gum disease. Also known as gingivitis, gum disease starts as red, swollen, or bleeding gums, and it's especially evident when you brush or floss. If gingivitis is treated before it advances to periodontal disease, the damage can be reversed, and the progression of the disease can be halted. However, without good oral hygiene, it will likely recur, so you should follow the guidelines laid out by the American Dental Association.

Since gum disease is the primary cause of tooth loss in the U.S., don't let your gingivitis progress to periodontal disease. Periodontists are gum disease experts, and they can help you maintain your good oral health. Periodontists are general dentists who have completed a minimum of two years of additional training and practice in the specialty field of periodontal disease. If you need an appointment with a gum disease specialist, then call our Great Neck office, and we can help you.

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Is a Periodontist a General Dentist?

Periodontists are licensed to provide all general dental procedures, but usually, they practice within their specialty. The word periodontics is a compound word derived from the Greek language, and it means around the tooth. So, periodontics deals with issues concerning the teeth and gums.

Does a Periodontist Provide All Types of Treatments?

Usually, periodontists provide treatments that specifically involve the teeth and gums, such as:

Periodontal disease

After eating, a sticky substance called plaque begins to form on your teeth. Plaque is filled with bacteria, and when it's not removed through brushing and flossing, then it starts to attack your tooth enamel. When plaque remains on the teeth, it also starts to attack the gums, and gingivitis can start. If not removed, decay starts, then the ligaments holding your teeth begin to deteriorate, and then the jaw bone begins to break down. The result is that you lose your teeth, and your face begins to look as though it has melted. Don’t let that happen to you. Contact our office today. READ MORE

Dental implant placement

Dental implants have become very popular as a natural-looking replacement for missing teeth. They also serve well for securing dentures, crowns, bridges, or brackets for braces. Implants help maintain the facial structure, and they can reduce the appearance of premature wrinkles around the mouth. READ MORE

Crown lengthening

The tooth crown is the part that extends above the gum line. Sometimes, it can appear shorter if there's an excess of gum tissue. Lengthening a crown can provide room to install a crown or denture, and it can be cosmetic if the gum line needs to be more even.

Gummy smile surgery

If you have excess gum tissue, then gum contouring can provide a more pleasing appearance and make your teeth look longer. Sometimes, gum contouring is used for a more flattering smile. If you need gum contouring, then call our Great Neck office for an appointment or if you have any questions for a periodontist in our office.

Soft tissue graft/Gum grafting

If receding gums have exposed the root of your tooth, you might need a gum graft to restore function and protection to your teeth. This procedure also prevents infection and bone loss as well as additional gum recession.

Oral pathology and oral cancer diagnosis

Oral cancer is on the rise, primarily due to the rise in HPV, so if you haven't had an oral cancer screening, call our Great Neck office for an appointment. HPV is now responsible for more incidents of oral cancer than smoking, so if you haven't been screened, now is an excellent time to get a screening.

What Types of Sedation Are Available?

Every gum disease expert in our Great Neck office is trained in most types of sedation and will recommend the best type for your unique needs. If you have any questions, a gum disease specialist will be happy to answer them. Some types of sedation may require a driver, but your dentist will advise you if this is the case. We can provide nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, if you need it.

Do You Need a Periodontist in Great Neck?

If you need periodontics in Great Neck, then call Steven I. Cooper, DMD at (516) 210-5129 for an appointment. A gum disease expert in our periodontics office can help you regain your good oral health and recommend habits to keep your gums and teeth healthy. We're among the best in the area for our periodontal services, and we're sure you'll be happy with our customer service.

Call us today. We look forward to speaking with you.