Periodontics
Periodontics in Forest Hills, Queens
Oral health is very important for the whole human body to function. Problems with the dentofacial system can lead to changes in the work of many internal organs. Periodontal disease can also be dangerous if not addressed timely.
What is Periodontology?
Periodontology is a field of dentistry that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and pathologies of the periodontal tissues. Simply put, periodontium includes the gum and alveolar bone, that is, all those organs and tissues that surround a tooth.
Many periodontal diseases may not manifest themselves for a long time (progress without symptoms). So, the onset of complaints indicates serious problems with the teeth, up to irreversible changes.
The diseases most often treated by a periodontist are the following:
- gingivitis (inflammation of the gingival mucosa)
- periodontitis (tooth socket atrophy)
- periodontal disease (inflammation of the tissues surrounding and supporting a tooth).
What are the Causes of Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal disease is a serious inflammatory disease, which progression can affect the bone surrounding and supporting teeth.
Most often, the problems arise for several reasons:
- Poor or incorrect daily oral hygiene.
- A large amount of plaque.
- Weakened immune system that cannot resist bacteria.
- Lack of vitamin C, the main vitamin needed for gums, in the body.
- A medical error made when rendering dental services.
- Malocclusion (soft tissues are injured, and tooth enamel cleaning while chewing is impaired).
- The use of the same toothbrush for more than three months. During this time, a large amount of bacteria accumulates on the brush which can cause an infection.
Sometimes gum disease appears as a side effect of certain medications.
The cornerstone of periodontal disease prevention is daily teeth and oral cavity hygiene by using a toothbrush and dental floss after meals. In addition, professional hygienic teeth cleaning by a dentist every six months max.
What Problems Can Be Addressed to a Periodontal Specialist?
- Your gums bleed when you are brushing your teeth, doing other oral hygiene procedures, and eating or when they simply come into contact with something firm and hard.
- Pus is released from under the gum line.
- Your gum hurts when pressing it and during chewing.
- Your gums are swollen; their color has become much brighter, or they have somehow changed their shade.
- Your teeth are mobile, and their position is slightly altered.
- Your dental necks are exposed; their sensitivity to cold/hot drinks and sweet foods increases.
- There is an unpleasant smell from the mouth, which persists for a long time and is not caused by the food eaten.
- You can feel plaque and calculus formed on the gum area with your tongue.
A Visit to a Periodontist at VIP Dental Care Clinic
At VIP Dental Care Clinic in Queens, Forest Hills, our first-time patients are encouraged to undergo a CT scan. It is possible to detect periodontal disease in the early stages with its help.
During the initial visit; our specialist in periodontics examines your overall oral cavity and then carefully explores the periodontium to detect the nature and degree of inflammation. After establishing a diagnosis, the periodontist develops a treatment plan and gives recommendations on oral hygiene.
Several visits to the doctor may be required if the dental situation is serious. The periodontist can assign additional medical tests, which help fix the problem. In some cases, the intervention of a surgeon or prosthodontist may even be necessary.
The periodontist at our clinic uses modern devices and effective methods that provide gentle and safe treatment of gum disease at all stages.
OUR DOCTORS
The dentists at VIP Dental Care are highly qualified and experienced. Our services are provided primarily for adults. We offer family dentistry for children as well.
Daniel Ilyabayev, D.D.S.
General Dentist
Elena Chachik, D.D.S.
Prosthodontist
Testimonials
Very experienced dentists and office staff, excellent communication and follow up with patients, all up-to-date equipment, and wide variety of high volume services. I feel very safe in this office as there is always attention to infection prevention and safety checks in every room. They are simply the best!
Eric S.
After an extensive search for a good dentist, I found VIP Dental, and been coming here close to a decade now. My teeth are always healthy and strong thanks to the great care and advice of Doctor Ilyavayev. The staff here are incredibly professional and the place is always sparkling clean. I can’t believe I actually look forward to my dental visits. I recommend this dental office.
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Stanley A.
Fantastic experience! Doctors are very knowledgable caring attentive and mindful. The doctor and staff are providing an outstanding customer service. A top-notch level services. Highly recommend for any of your dental needs!
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Visit VIP Dental Care Clinic in Forest Hills, Queens, New York. Call us at (718) 575-0060 to learn more about our periodontists, insurance coverage and to book your first appointment with our clinic.
