Periodontal​ Treatment

Periodontal Therapy to Maintain Optimal Overall Health

If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease and have some degree of bone loss or gum recession, Ligocki Dental Group may need to incorporate periodontal therapy into your treatment plan. Your periodontal therapy treatment may include laser gum disease treatment or medicated cleaning therapies services to effectively treat the infection. We will work to prevent the infection from returning with routine visits and periodontal maintenance as needed.

What is Gum Disease?

Periodontitis, gum disease, is a bacterial infection that damages, and if left untreated, destroys the soft tissue (gums) and jaw bone supporting the teeth and can even cause harm to other parts of the body. Research has shown that infections in the mouth are a gateway for disease-causing bacteria to enter the bloodstream and provoke a number of diseases such as heart disease, stroke, respiratory infection, diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease, stomach ulcers, and low birth weight or premature births.

Gingivitis is a mild form of periodontitis in which only the gum tissue is involved. Without proper care, gingivitis can progress into a more severe form (periodontitis) and affect the bone as well. Gum disease usually starts as a result of poor oral hygiene. Improper or irregular brushing and flossing will allow bacteria to collect below the gum line. Smoking also contributes to a poor oral environment and accelerates the spread of bacteria in the mouth.

Don’t Postpone The Care You Need! Take a Look At the Periodontal Therapies We Offer

  • ARESTIN

    This antibiotic treatment helps make your medicated cleaning more effective by improving the overall condition of your gums by killing the bacteria at the root of the problem.

  • GINGIVECTOMY

    While performed under local anesthesia, a gingivectomy will remove and reshape loose gum tissue with a laser and may be necessary when a patient has severe periodontal disease that has not responded well to other treatments.

  • LASER GUM THERAPY

    Laser therapy for the treatment of periodontal disease is very effective for treating an active infection in the mouth. If you have gum disease and need immediate treatment, this minimally-invasive procedure can treat the infection while preserving healthy gum tissue. Laser gum disease treatment can also promote tissue regeneration. It is an attractive alternative to traditional gum surgery and can treat almost all of the infection in the gums in just one visit.

  • PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE

    Even if you had laser gum therapy or any other periodontal therapy, we may need to put you on a periodontal maintenance plan to prevent the infection from coming back. There is no cure for gum disease so periodontal maintenance visits every 3 months may be necessary to keep the infection at bay. We may need to perform medicated cleanings throughout the year and do oral checkups regularly to make sure your gums and teeth are in good health.

  • SALIVA TESTING

    A saliva swish test that profiles of oral bacteria that cause periodontal disease, cavity risk, candida risk, HPV risk, Chlamydia trachomatis/Neisseria gonorrhea risk, and inflammatory marker testing.

  • SCALING AND ROOT PLANING (GUM THERAPY/DEEP CLEANING)

    If you are in the early stages of gum disease and need to remove the plaque and tartar (calculus) that cannot be removed with normal brushing and flossing, we may need to perform a scaling and root planing treatment. This is accomplished with ultrasonic tools that are effective for removing plaque and calculus around the gums and teeth. Medicated cleaning sessions are to ensure the teeth are free of bacteria.

OraCare Health Rinse

Most Oral Health Problems are Preventable!

Address gum disease, bad breath, and a host of other oral health concerns with one product: OraCare. Every day, scientists connect oral health with overall health. That is why OraCare is not just an Oral Cleanser or Mouthwash, it is a Health Rinse. OraCare Activated Oral Cleanser is available only through selects dentist in North America. Ask us how you would benefit from OraCare today.

  • Kills germs that cause gum disease
  • Breaks down biofilm (dental plaque)
  • Eliminates 99% of the causes of bad breath
  • No staining on the teeth 
  • Safe for the entire family (ages 8 and up)

Revolutionary Product

OraCare utilizes activated chlorine dioxide. In university studies, chlorine dioxide has been shown to kill bacteria, viruses and fungi, destroy biofilms, and neutralize bacterial toxins (VSCs). Due to the activated chlorine dioxide's unique properties, OraCare has countless uses eliminating the need for multiple products. At Ligocki Dental Group, we are committed to creating better health for our patients and that is why we highly recommend OraCare. Since everything in the body is connected, OraCare benefits more than just a person's oral health--it can improve one's overall being. 

What should you use OraCare for?

These are just a few of the many uses:

  • Bleeding gums
  • Bad Breath
  • Disinfecting your Toothbrush
  • Supporting Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Canker sores / Cold sores 
  • Maintaining White Teeth
  • Reducing plaque
  • Dry mouth
  • Burning mouth
  • Post Dental Care ​