Your gums are important. They do more than add to the appearance of your smile and keep your teeth aligned: They also protect your body from bacteria that can create serious hazards for your cardiovascular and respiratory systems and add complications for people who live with diabetes. There is even information indicating that gum disease may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. To keep your smile and body healthy, our dentists and the team at Advocate Dental of Palatine offer periodontal treatments in Palatine, Illinois. Call our office at 847-359-8732 to plan your visit with Dr. George Skoog to find out which of these treatments is right for you.

• Guided Tissue Regeneration
• Pocket Reduction Surgery
• Scaling & Root Planing
• Soft Tissue Grafting

Periodontics focuses on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease and other conditions that affect the gums and soft tissues of the mouth. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an infection caused by bacteria in plaque. When plaque builds up on the teeth, the bacteria irritate and inflame the gum tissues. If this condition is not treated in the early stage, called gingivitis, it can develop into periodontitis, which is the more advanced stage of gum disease. Gingivitis is characterized by red, tender, bleeding and swollen gums; periodontitis additionally involves gum recession and can eventually lead to bone loss and tooth loss. Gingivitis can usually be controlled, and even reversed, with professional cleanings and improved at-home oral care if the condition is diagnosed and treated early. Periodontitis, on the other hand, generally requires more involved, frequent treatment. We are pleased to provide high-quality treatment for gum disease at our office to return your smile to good health.

In addition to focusing on the treatment of periodontal disease, periodontics includes the placement of dental implants. Dental implant placement requires specialized, advanced training for optimal results. To learn more about periodontics and how we can care for your smile, we welcome you to contact us today. Our dentists and team look forward to caring for you!