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Periodontal care

Periodontal care is dedicated to preserving your natural teeth and maintaining overall oral well-being by preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases affecting your gums and supporting bone. This specialized care addresses conditions from early gingivitis to advanced periodontitis and gum recession, ensuring the long-term health and stability of your smile.

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At Dental Salon, our periodontal care is led by a distinguished board-certified periodontist, a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and Professor & Head of Periodontics at the UIC College of Dentistry. You benefit from our integrated team approach, where our specialist works directly with your general dentist. This seamless coordination of records and treatment planning, all under one roof, means you receive comprehensive care without external referrals, ensuring optimal outcomes for your gum and bone health.

We provide a full spectrum of advanced periodontal treatments, designed to effectively address all gum conditions. From resolving early gum inflammation with thorough, deeper cleanings to advanced periodontitis requiring surgical solutions, and gum recession benefiting from expert grafting, our goal is to restore and maintain the health of your supporting tissues. This foundational work is crucial for the success of future implants or major restorative care. Every patient journey begins with a meticulous periodontal exam, including precise probing measurements, X-rays, and a clear, open discussion about our findings and your personalized treatment options, so you feel fully informed and confident in your care.

Who it's a good fit for

  • You have signs of gum disease: bleeding gums, bad breath, or deep pockets
  • You've been told you have bone loss or that you need a deep cleaning
  • You have a tooth that feels loose or a gumline that's pulled back
  • You're planning implants or major restorative work and need healthy gums first
  • You manage diabetes, are pregnant, or have heart disease and your doctor flagged gum health

What to expect

  1. Exam: probing depths, x-rays, photos, and a written summary of gum health
  2. Deep cleaning if needed: scaling and root planing under local anesthetic
  3. Re-check: 4–6 weeks later to confirm gums are responding
  4. Surgery if indicated: pocket reduction, grafting, or regenerative care
  5. Maintenance: recall cleanings every 3 months for most treated cases

Common questions

What's the difference between a regular cleaning and a 'deep cleaning'?
A regular cleaning removes plaque and tartar above the gum line. A deep cleaning (scaling and root planing) goes below the gum line to clean the root surfaces and is done under local anesthetic when there's pocketing or active gum disease. It's the standard first step for periodontitis.
Can gum disease be reversed?
Early gum disease (gingivitis) can be reversed with good care. Once bone is lost (periodontitis), the bone usually doesn't grow back on its own, but we can stop the disease from progressing and, in some cases, regenerate bone surgically. Earlier treatment means less work.
Do you do gum grafting?
Yes. Our periodontist performs gum grafting (connective-tissue grafts and minimally invasive techniques) for receded gums and exposed roots. We'll show you photos of similar cases at your consult.
Why do I need to see a periodontist before my implant?
Implants need healthy gum tissue and adequate bone to last. If you have gum disease or bone loss, treating it first dramatically improves long-term implant success. Our periodontist places implants in-house, so the periodontal foundation and the surgery are coordinated.
Does insurance cover periodontal treatment?
Most dental plans cover periodontal exams, deep cleanings, and a portion of surgical care. We verify benefits up front and provide a written estimate before any treatment.
Is periodontal care FSA or HSA eligible?
Yes. Periodontal exams, deep cleanings (scaling and root planing), gum grafts, and other surgical periodontal care are all eligible expenses under FSA and HSA accounts.
How often will I need maintenance visits after periodontal treatment?
Most patients move to a 3-month periodontal maintenance schedule after active treatment, instead of the standard 6-month cleaning. The shorter interval keeps pockets stable and reduces the chance of disease coming back. After several stable visits, some patients can extend to 4 months; few return to a 6-month schedule.

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