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New research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 79% of individuals are faced with gum disease today. Some factors that play a role in the overall impact of periodontal disease are economic status, ethnic minorities, tobacco users and individuals who do not have access to dental care. The number one way to prevent periodontal disease, if you fit into any of these categories, is to floss your teeth. Visiting the periodontist for treatment as soon as possible however, is the only way to get your periodontal disease under control.

The great thing about treatment today is that Dr. Rice and her team have access to an FDA approved periodontal laser that can help clean below the gum line and can decrease your risk of periodontal disease impacting your overall health. Lasers can go below the gum line and clean out the bacteria that is impacting your gum tissue and mean you can get your smile back on track.  Once the laser is used to clean around the infected gum tissue near the root, the laser then gets to work on taking care of the periodontal disease, getting it under control.

Periodontal laser surgery not only improves your dental and general health, but it results in less pain and zero sutures.

For more information on periodontal laser procedures contact Dr. Denine Rice & her team today.

Laser Surgery Can Restore Your Smile

Laser surgery is an amazing addition to restoring your smile. Not only does the laser beams go below the gum line to clean out bacteria, it can reduce pocket size, and decrease the effects of periodontal disease.  Each laser has different wavelengths and power based on the level of treatment you need. Dr. Denine Rice uses lasers not only for periodontal disease but to also enhance the color of your gums if desired.

During laser periodontal procedures, the laser is used to clean out bacteria that is below the gum line which, will allow for a reduction in the pocket depth. Utilizing a laser decreases down time and increases success rates. Another benefit to using a laser for periodontal surgery is the amount of time it takes to heal. While traditional periodontal surgery usually required at least a few days of down time to heal, laser surgery can have you back up on your feet in just minutes.

Cosmetic dentistry is a great way to get your smile back in the shape you want. If you are unhappy with the color of your gums, she can reduce the pigment in order to even out the look of your smile.   This procedure can be completed in a short amount of time and does not require days for healing.

Lasers have opened up the door to the periodontal field and allows Dr. Denine Rice and her team to complete treatments that couldn’t be done prior.

LANAP-A Step Above The Rest

 

Lasers are used for a multitude of needs these days. For example, you may have had your vision corrected with laser surgery or a tattoo removed. Lasers are used in doctor’s office for a variety of needs. Now periodontist, Dr. Denine Rice is able to use periodontal lasers in order to enhance the health of your mouth.

LANAP uses a thin laser with hairs that can go below the gum-line to remove bacteria. While this procedure may cause some bleeding it results in a lot less than traditional methods of treatment. One of the biggest set backs to getting periodontal disease is that once you have it you always have it. However, patients in Dr. Denine Rice’s office have seen tremendous results and some have been lucky enough to see their gums reattach to the teeth. This means they can have a healthier smile for years to come.

After you have laser surgery your can return to work if you desire. There should be very little bleeding, pain and downtime. Remember, your gums will never be healthy unless the bacteria is removed from the below the gum-line. LANAP allows for this option no matter what your gums looked like before. Then all you have to remember is to be gentle when you are brushing your gums and teeth. Vigorous brushing is never encouraged no matter the health of your gums!

LBR – hand in hand with perio therapy

Laser Bacterial Reduction goes hand-in-hand with your periodontal therapy. At the office of Dr. Denine Rice in RiversideCalifornia, patients will soon discover that technology is in use.

“We’ve found great results from using lasers in all aspects of periodontal therapy. Patients love that it is painless and that there is no need for sutures or cutting,” says Dr. Rice.

Not only have patients found that can experience periodontal surgery without cutting and sewing, but also that the simple routine visit can be enhanced by the use of Laser Bacterial Reduction.

“Our hygienist every visit uses a laser in the mouth before beginning any treatment. This means that we can reduce the amount of bacteria in the mouth and obtain better results even during a routine perio maintenance appointment,” adds Dr. Rice.

And the results are improved. To learn more visit our website at: RicePeriodontics.com

LANAP vs. laser therapy

“Not all periodontal laser therapy is the same,” says Dr. Denine Rice. “Often patients come into the office and let us know they have had laser therapy done before, but while lasers have been used for a number of years in the dental office, not all treatment is the same.”

Even at Rice Periodontics, they use different lasers and use them differently.

“Our hygienist uses a laser to perform what is called Laser Bacterial Reduction. This is done by moving the laser around the mouth prior to scaling to help reduce the bacteria count,” adds Dr. Rice. “This means better results during maintenance appointments.”

When Root Planing and Scaling is recommended, a laser will also be used. The tip is inserted into the pockets to reduce again the bacteria and improve healing.

Finally, as an alternative to cutting and sewing during periodontal surgery, Dr. Rice provides LANAP periodontal therapy. “LANAP therapy is the only FDA approved laser therapy.” LANAP uses a special laser and combines a protocol that has been proven to reduce bacteria and improve healing in areas where significant bone loss has occurred.

Call us today and discover how laser therapy could improve your smile.

Frenectomy

A frenectomy is the process where a frenulum or a small piece of tissue is removed in the mouth. “There are many reasons a frenectomy may be recommended,” says Dr. Denine Rice from her Riverside Dental Practice.

You might be considered a candidate for a frenectomy if you:

·      Wear dentures: Sometimes the fit of a denture can be enhanced with the removal of tissue.

·      Have recession: Removing the tissue that is attached to the upper lip can prevent recession.

·      Have a gap between your front teeth.

·      Ankyloglossia: Otherwise known as tongue-tie, Anklyoglossia is caused by a frenum that is connected to the underside of the tongue. This can cause challenges for infants who are breastfeeding.

·      Are considering Orthodontics.

The procedure is quite simple, especially now when lasers are used to remove the tissue requiring no sutures, little discomfort and causing less bleeding.

“If you would like to know more about dental frenectomies, please contact our office,” adds Dr. Rice.