At Viva Dent, we offer a full range of affordable periodontal services

• Comprehensive Dental Exam

The exam is performed at your initial dental visit and at following check-up exams that your dentist or hygienist will perform. Do not let the name General Dental Exam fool you, this is a comprehensive dental exam that will include all of the following main points: Digital X-Rays, Oral cancer screening, Gum disease screening, Examination for tooth decay, Examination of previous work done (existing restorations)

 

• Periodontal Exam/Scale & Polish

Always available to maintain your oral health and confidence. During a checkup, your dental hygienist will thoroughly clean, polish and remove the hardened plaque (or tartar) from your teeth. Your dentist will then examine your teeth and gums for signs of tooth decay, gum disease and other oral health problems. Includes oral cancer screening check and overall up to date assessment of the general health of your teeth and gums. May also include x-rays to be taken when clinically necessary. If any issues are discovered, your dentist will offer advice on how to improve your oral health. More severe cases may require additional dental treatments.

 

• Gum Disease – Periodontal Disease/Gingivitis/Periodontitis

This is a serious bacterial condition that damages and destroys the gum tissue and bone that support your teeth. Untreated periodontal disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Except in its earliest stages, periodontal disease cannot be completely cured. It can be controlled and managed.

Current research shows some alarming new information about the effects of periodontal disease. Many studies, including several published in the Journal of Periodontology, confirm that people with periodontal disease are at a greater risk for other serious illnesses. That is because infected gums release significantly higher levels of bacteria into the bloodstream that then spread to other organs in the body.