Gum disease is a common concern affecting about half of adults 30 and older. It can lead to jawbone loss and permanent tooth loss when left untreated. At Periodontist of Weston in Weston, Florida, periodontal specialist Tamir Segal, DMD, and his exceptional team treat bone loss to restore your dental health and enhance the function and appearance of your smile. Schedule an evaluation today by calling the office or requesting a visit online.
Jawbone loss is a common complication of gum disease, occurring when the bone anchoring your teeth begins to lose volume. While common, it dramatically diminishes your oral health by causing your permanent teeth to shift, loosen, and eventually fall out.
Periodontist of Weston offers bone grafting and other solutions to restore lost bone.
The symptoms of bone loss caused by gum disease can include:
When detected early, gum disease is easier to treat. The good news is that Periodontist of Weston offers treatments for the most advanced stages of gum disease and bone loss.
Jawbone loss risk factors include:
Regular visits to the Periodontist of Weston and maintaining exceptional oral health habits at home can significantly lower your risk of bone loss.
Dr. Segal reviews your symptoms and medical history, examines the results of your dental X-rays, and examines your teeth and gums to determine if you show signs of gum disease and bone loss. He determines the severity of bone loss and establishes an appropriate treatment plan.
Treating bone loss at Periodontics of Weston involves bone grafting or guided tissue regeneration. During bone grafting, Dr. Segal places a bone graft into your jaw to replace lost bone associated with gum disease. He also cleans out any infected tissue. You might need gum grafting to replace gum recession and cover any exposed tooth roots.
Guided tissue regeneration is a procedure that repairs broken-down bone. Dr. Segal places an artificial membrane between newly placed bone grafting materials and your gums to maximize bone grafting results.
During a sinus lift, Dr. Segal makes an incision, raises the sinus floor, and inserts bone grafting materials into your upper jaw.
After new bone grows, you could be a candidate for dental implants to perfect your smile by replacing missing permanent teeth with metal tooth roots and crowns, bridges, or implant-supported dentures.
If you suspect that you’ve suffered jawbone loss, schedule an appointment today at Periodontist of Weston by phone or online.