Periodontal Dentistry
Periodontal Dentistry in San Rafael, CA
Periodontal dentistry mainly involves procedures for the treatment of gum disease. Periodontal procedures include scaling and root planing to remove and prevent plaque buildup, pocket reductions to decrease the risk of deep infections, and bone and tissue grafting to prevent and reverse gum recession. Dr. Creaghe is well practiced with all of these procedures and is highly qualified to improve and maintain the health of your gums.
Scaling and Root Planing
At any cleaning appointment, Dr. Creaghe or one of his talented hygienists will perform some periodontal scaling and root planing. They will use a hand scaler to scrape the surface of your tooth to remove plaque buildup on the tooth and at the gum line. Periodontal scaling provides the additional benefit of smoothing the surface of the tooth enamel; a smooth surface has fewer fissures and pockets in which plaque can form, making the tooth much more resistant to buildup in the future. If beginning signs of infection are visible on your teeth, Dr. Creaghe may decide to do a more thorough deep cleaning. He will gently scale and plane below the gum line to further improve your teeth's plaque resistance during periods between visits to our San Rafael, CA office.
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Pocket Reduction
A pocket reduction is designed to remove one of the areas where bacteria most often collect. When gums deteriorate, either due to age or infection, the supportive tissue around the teeth becomes loose, forming enlarged pockets around the base of the teeth. These pockets are a breeding ground for infection and must be closed to prevent decay. As your dentist in San Rafael, California, Dr. Creaghe will carefully perform a pocket reduction procedure by first pulling back your gum to clean out the pockets of bacteria. Then he will suture the gum into place so it fits more tightly around the teeth. Dr. Creaghe is one of the best doctors in the San Rafael area to perform pocket reduction surgery. His patients report excellent results and decreased occurrence of infection. If you are experiencing problems with the health of your gums, contact our San Rafael, CA office today.
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Tissue Grafting
Those patients who have experienced significant tissue loss associated with receding gums can be treated with tissue grafts by Dr Creaghe, your dentist in San Rafael, CA. He can take a sample of roof of the patient’s mouth to cover the exposed tooth, building up the keratinized gum that usually is much thicker around the teeth. He can also provide bone grafting which is detailed on our Oral Surgery Page.
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