Conditions We Treat - Mesa, AZ

From Advanced Periodontal Care to Complex Procedures

Achieve a Healthier, More Beautiful Smile with Our Periodontal and Implant Expertise

Experience comprehensive periodontal and implant care at Greater Phoenix Periodontics & Implants, where our periodontist, Dr. Chad Cravatta, specializes in addressing many standard periodontal and complex dental concerns.

With our expertise and advanced training, we can restore your smile to optimal health and beauty. From treating infected gum tissue to replacing missing teeth, trust us to provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs in Mesa, AZ.

Teeth can become broken or infected for several reasons, including trauma and decay. Bacterial buildup due to poor dental hygiene is often the cause of dental infections. Sometimes repairs, medications, or a combination of both enable our doctors to save your tooth. In such cases, we thoroughly evaluate your teeth to determine the treatment best suits your specific issue. When extensive damage or decay, some teeth cannot be rehabilitated through treatment. Though we do our utmost to preserve your natural teeth, extraction may be our only option.

The extraction process for most teeth is pretty straightforward. After making you comfortable with anesthesia, we gently grip the tooth with forceps and carefully pull it loose from the socket. Once removed, unless it’s a wisdom tooth, it should be replaced to restore the function and esthetics of your smile and protect your jaw from deterioration. Dental implants are the best overall tooth replacement option, not just in function and aesthetics but also for long-lasting performance.

Missing teeth can limit your ability to eat, speak, and smile comfortably, and they may have more profound implications beyond simple chewing function and smile esthetics. Teeth rely on each other for support. When one is missing, the teeth on either side of the gap can shift out of alignment, eventually requiring orthodontic treatment. Further, the absence of tooth roots in the jawbone can cause the jawbone to begin receding, leading to further tooth loss and giving your face an unhealthy, sunken, and even prematurely aged appearance!

Dental implants, recognized as today’s “gold standard” for tooth replacement, can prevent you from experiencing any of those issues. Suppose you follow a tooth extraction or trauma-related tooth loss with dental implant placement. In that case, you can continue eating the foods you love, speak and smile without embarrassment, and even significantly boost your self-confidence. All this can be yours since nothing looks more authentic or lasts longer than our dental implants in Mesa, AZ. Even if you’ve already begun to suffer bone loss, our board-certified dentists can reverse it through bone grafting before placing your dental implants.

Treating chronic gum disease involves a multi-faceted approach tailored to each individual’s needs. Firstly, meticulous oral hygiene practices, including regular brushing, flossing, and mouthwash use, are essential to control plaque buildup and prevent further progression. Professional dental and deep cleanings, known as scaling and root planing, help remove hardened plaque and bacteria from below the gumline. In some cases, antibiotics or antimicrobial mouth rinses may be prescribed to combat persistent infection. Finally, ongoing monitoring by a dentist or periodontist is crucial to assess the effectiveness of treatment and make any necessary adjustments to maintain gum health.

Treating gummy smiles involves various approaches tailored to the underlying causes and severity of the condition. Non-invasive options may include botulinum toxin injections to relax the upper lip’s muscles, reducing its elevation during smiling. Orthodontic treatments such as clear aligners may be recommended to correct jaw alignment issues that contribute to a gummy appearance. For more severe cases, surgical procedures like gingivectomy or crown lengthening can help reshape the gum line, reduce excess gum tissue, and expose more of the tooth structure, which can improve both oral health and aesthetic appearance.

Treating bleeding gums typically starts with improving oral hygiene habits, such as thorough brushing, flossing, and using antimicrobial mouthwash to reduce plaque buildup and inflammation. Regular dental check-ups are essential to detect and address any underlying dental issues contributing to bleeding gums, such as gum disease or infections. Professional dental cleanings, including scaling and root planing, help remove hardened plaque and tartar below the gum line, reducing inflammation and bleeding.

In some cases, dentists may recommend lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, as smoking can exacerbate gum inflammation and increase the risk of bleeding. For severe cases of gum disease, more intensive treatments like gum surgery or antibiotic therapy may be necessary to control infection and restore gum health.

Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue surrounding the teeth wears away or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth and sometimes its root. Common causes include aggressive brushing, periodontal disease, genetics, and hormonal changes. Symptoms may include tooth sensitivity, tooth appearance elongation, or notching at the gumline.

Treatment options depend on the severity of the recession and may include scaling and root planing, gum grafting, or other surgical procedures to cover exposed roots and prevent further recession. Regular dental check-ups are crucial for early detection and management of gum recession to prevent potential complications like tooth loss.

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