Periodontal Care Near You
Dr. William V. Carlo is a dentist in Bankers Hill who regularly works with patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is an infection that causes inflammation in the soft tissues of the mouth, specifically the gums. This infection, which is backed by bacteria, can become a serious problem without a proper diagnosis and effective treatment. In fact, it results in the loss of gum tissues, jaw bone, and natural teeth. Regardless of which stage the infection has reached, periodontal treatment for San Diego area patients is highly recommended.
What are the indications that I might have periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease, more commonly known by patients as gum disease, starts in the gum tissues. It can cause the gums to be red and swollen. Patients often notice that their gums bleed when they brush or floss their teeth. Symptoms such as these should warrant a phone call to the dentist to schedule an evaluation and receive a proper diagnosis. Without treatment, patients will experience further damage to their smile, including persistent bad breath, loss of jaw bone, and loss of their natural teeth. These later stages can be incredibly damaging and will require extensive dental work to resolve and repair.
What is periodontal treatment?
With a diagnosis of periodontal disease, or gum disease, any dentist would recommend effective periodontal treatment. San Diego area patients who visit with Dr. William V. Carlo will first undergo an evaluation. X-rays may be taken, along with a physical assessment, to determine the stage at which the condition has reached. Then, periodontal treatment options are discussed. The earlier stage, referred to as gingivitis, is quickly addressed with a deep cleaning of the teeth. Our Bankers Hill area doctor may also recommend prescription mouthwashes or antibiotics to control the infection as well. However, if the condition has reached the later stage of periodontitis, more in-depth treatment is needed, and patients will undergo a more aggressive routine to control the problem.
How much does deep gum cleaning cost?
Deep gum cleaning to treat periodontal disease will vary depending on the stage the condition has reached. Periodontal therapies, including scaling and root planing, cost more than treatments for gingivitis. During a dental visit with our team, patients can ask about the cost of their treatments. Our front office team also applies any dental insurance benefits that patients might have to reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for treatment significantly. Any remaining cost can be paid in a manner appropriate for the patient or financed with our front office staff. We want to make sure periodontal treatment and other dental services are attainable for patients who might be on a tighter budget.
Are you seeking periodontal treatment in San Diego?
Contact Dr. William V. Carlo by calling (619) 285-0950 to request more information about the benefits of working with our Bankers Hill dentist. From diagnosis to treatment, our team can assist. We are conveniently located at 3333 3rd Avenue Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92103
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