Periodontal Dentistry
Periodontal Disease is a serious gum infection that damages gums and can destroy the jawbone. Periodontitis is common but fairly preventable. The cause is usually poor oral hygiene. Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss. It's a risk factor
for heart and lung diseases. Symptoms include swollen, red, and tender gums. Treatment includes professionally cleaning the pockets around teeth to prevent damage to surrounding bone. Advanced cases may require surgery.
Our Periodontal Treatment
Are red, tender, or bleeding gums something you deal with every day? If so, then you may already be experiencing periodontal disease. We can help protect your oral health and more with periodontal therapy here at Vashon Dental, so don't
hesitate and contact Dr. Rasmussen for an appointment today. When it comes to your oral health, it doesn't begin and end with your teeth' condition.
The health of your gums directly affects not only your mouth but your overall health as well. Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) is currently the leading cause of adult tooth loss here in the U.S.. Even more alarming, it has also been linked to a person's risk of developing other serious illnesses, including diabetes, stroke, heart attack, and even dementia.
The health of your gums directly affects not only your mouth but your overall health as well. Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) is currently the leading cause of adult tooth loss here in the U.S.. Even more alarming, it has also been linked to a person's risk of developing other serious illnesses, including diabetes, stroke, heart attack, and even dementia.
Our Process
Two oral healthcare professionals - Dr. Rasmussen and your dental hygienist – will see you. The hygienist will conduct an initial oral exam of your gums. The hygienists will document any issues and record the evaluation.
1.
Professional Treatment
Hygienists document any changes in your overall health and medicine use, clean and polish your teeth, talk to you about caring for your teeth and gums, and answer any questions you might have about home care products. Dr. Rasmussen
will also conduct an oral exam of your gums and teeth, ask about changes in your overall health or medicine use, review the cleaning done by the hygienist, look for signs of oral cancer and other diseases, diagnose any oral health
problems, and make treatment recommendations.
2.
Cleaning
Although home-based tooth brushing and flossing help remove plaque, only a professional cleaning – provided by your dental hygienist – can thoroughly clean your teeth and remove the hardened plaque (called calculus or tartar) that
builds up on teeth. Most hygienists use a series of metal hand instruments to clean your teeth. Some are using ultrasonic scalers, which provide deep cleaning above and below the gum line.
3.
Polishing
After your teeth have been cleaned, they are polished to remove plaque and stains on the tooth surface. The polish contains an abrasive substance and fluoride, and is applied using a small rotating rubber cup or brush attached to the
dental hand piece.
4.
Prevention
Your hygienist might offer additional instructions for you to follow at home, based on the results of your exam. Don’t hesitate to ask your hygienist for instructions about brushing or flossing, or general care questions about your
teeth and gums.
5.
X-rays
X-rays may or may not be taken during your checkup. Dr. Rasmussen will consider your oral exam, dental history, and risk for developing cavities to decide if you absolutely need X-rays.
6.
Recommendations
If any oral health problems are found during your examination, Dr. Rasmussen will make recommendations for the best next steps. These might include a few tests, or a return visit for restoration work (for example, fillings and crowns),
or additional oral healthcare.
Vashon Dental,
Leif Rasmussen, DDS
Front Desk:
+1 (206) 463-3685
+1 (206) 463-3685
Billing / Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2480 , Vashon, WA 98070
P.O. Box 2480 , Vashon, WA 98070
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