How can we help you?
At Peak Family Dentistry, we always have time to answer your questions and address your concerns. Below, we have compiled the questions we hear most often from our patients. If you have a question not covered here, or if you would like further information, contact our dental office today.
Periodontal Treatments
A Kois-trained dentist uses a structured approach to diagnosis and treatment planning. That means looking beyond a single tooth and considering risk, function, esthetics, bite stability, periodontal health, and long-term maintenance. This helps patients understand not only what treatment may be needed, but why problems developed and how to reduce the chance of repeat breakdown. This frequently begins with a series of standardized photographs and scans in order to create a digital Dento-Facial Analysis. This is the first step to developing a perfectly esthetic and functional smile for patients who require full-mouth rehabilitation.
The treatment depends on the patient's diagnosis and needs. It may include x-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, periodontal care, or other appropriate treatment that can be safely coordinated in that setting. A consultation is needed to determine whether operating room dentistry is appropriate.
Risk-based preventive dentistry means prevention is tailored to the patient's actual risk factors. We consider cavity history, gum health, oral pH, dry mouth, medications, diet, home care, fluoride exposure, exposed roots, orthodontic appliances, medical factors, and other issues that may affect oral health.
Depending on the patient's needs, preventive care may include cleanings, periodontal maintenance, fluoride treatment, fluoridated toothpaste guidance along with lesser-effective non-fluoridated options, SDF for appropriate cases, PerioMate erythritol polishing, oral hygiene coaching, salivary or pH considerations, and a personalized home-care plan.
The right interval depends on the patient's risk. Some patients do well with routine six-month visits. Others with periodontal disease, high cavity risk, dry mouth, medical complexity, or special needs may benefit from a more customized maintenance schedule. Many of our patients opt to visit us every four months for preventive maintenance, and we often see less disease in these patients and catch problems earlier.
