
Dr. Richard Salzmann offers Laser Periodontal treatment, an effective method of treating periodontal disease and an excellent alternative to traditional gum surgery in Davie. This treatment is an alternative to traditional periodontal surgery. Dr. Salzmann’s office sees patients from Cooper City, Davie, Pembroke Pines, and all surrounding areas.
Laser periodontal therapy is a laser-based method for treating periodontal disease. This minimally-invasive procedure provides outstanding results, and is a great alternative to standard gum surgery.
Periodontal disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults, affecting nearly 50% of people in the U.S. Periodontal disease begins as plaque, which hardens and forms tartar and calculus deposits. Calculus deposits harbor bacteria, leading to infection of the gums. Early stages are known as Gingivitis, characterized by swollen, red, bleeding gums. Left untreated, Gingivitis progresses to Periodontitis, a much more severe condition in which the teeth separate from the gums and supporting bone structure. Without treatment, periodontal disease results in tooth loss.
How Does Laser Periodontal Treatment Work?
Laser Periodontal Treatment is an alternative to traditional gum surgery. It is less painful, and does not require sutures. The laser device is made of very small laser fibers, which are inserted between the gum tissue and tooth, where it removes the infected area. The laser only removes diseased tissue, while leaving the underlying connective tissue intact, allowing for rapid healing. The procedure is painless, and is much faster than traditional gum surgery. The laser seals the blood vessels and results in much less bleeding than traditional periodontal surgery.