Fine Periodontics is home to some of the best technology in the industry.
Piezosurgery
We use some of the latest technology at Fine Periodontics, including the use of the piezosurgery. The improved accuracy of this system allows our periodontist to perform many procedures with reduced swelling, bleeding, and discomfort, allowing you to heal more quickly and feel more confident in our care. Please contact Fine Periodontics if you would like to learn more about piezosurgery in Greenville and Anderson, South Carolina.
The traditional method of performing many dental procedures often involves the use of tools like drills and burs. Though these tools do remove hard tissues, using them puts your soft tissues at risk for injury. However, when we perform tooth extractions, crown lengthening, ridge augmentation, sinus elevation, tori removal, and implant site preparation at our office, we use the safer of the piezosurgery system.
The piezosurgery equipment uses ultrasound waves to remove bone tissue. This system is so accurate that it eliminates the risk of damaging arteries, nerves, and the sinus membrane that surrounds hard oral tissues. It can also help to reduce discomfort by minimizing swelling and bleeding, which also speeds up healing time. Piezosurgery is safe to use, offering improved accuracy that patients will love. Please contact our practice if you would like to learn more about the piezosurgery system.
Gum Disease Laser Therapy
Laser gum treatment is a type of treatment for periodontal disease that is completed using a dental laser. Our periodontist may recommend laser gum treatment if your smile is affected by periodontal disease. Also known as gum disease, periodontal disease is a degenerative condition caused by bacteria in plaque. As the plaque builds up on the teeth, the bacteria may cause inflammation and infection in the gums and supporting tissues. When left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss, bone loss and receding gums. Laser gum treatment is used to kill bacteria, remove infected tissue and encourage the growth of healthy gum tissue. Through treatment, we strive to halt the progress of the disease and encourage the growth of healthy tissue.
Periodontal treatment completed using dental lasers is typically more comfortable than traditional methods. In fact, anesthetic may not even be required for your laser gum treatment. Laser gum treatment is efficient and comfortable. Laser dentistry often eliminates the need for stitches. It also decreases your risk of infection following treatment and minimizes bleeding.
To learn more about the advantages of laser gum treatment, we welcome you to call or visit our dental office today. We are committed to improving your oral health!
WATERLASE PERIODONTITIS REGIMEN REPAIR
PHASE I: PRE-SURGICAL PHASE All
patients should have a comprehensive periodontal examination/evaluation including data collection of periodontal charting and radiographs, medical and dental history and risk assessment. Phase I treatment is implemented for removal of supra- and sub-gingival biofilm and calculus through scaling and root planing (S/RP) and the initiation and evaluation of oral hygiene compliance. Occlusal assessment and treatment may be warranted in this phase. Splinting of teeth may be an option.
PHASE II: SURGICAL PHASE Phase II
surgical treatment plan is developed based on the re-evaluation of periodontal inflammation and oral hygiene compliance. The surgical plan can be for a single tooth or multiple teeth sites, a quadrant or half-mouth depending on number of indicated sites. If desired, the half-mouth protocol is generally UR/LR followed by at least 2-3 weeks of post-operative management before treating the UL/LL areas. REPAIR Perio while minimally invasive, is a surgical procedure and requires local anesthesia.
Waterlase Pre-set Settings
OUTER POCKET DE-EPITHELIALIZATION
Outer pocket gingival epithelium is removed from the free gingival margin down to a width at least equal to the pocket depth.
GINGIVECTOMY (AS NEEDED)
DE-EPITHELIALIZATION AND RETRACTION
SCALING AND ROOT PLANING
Outer pocket gingival epithelium is removed from the free gingival margin down to a width at least equal to the pocket depth.
SULCULAR DEBRIDEMENT/ DEGRANULATION
BONE DECORTICATION
FINAL SULCULAR DEBRIDEMENT
COMPRESS WITH 2X2 GAUZE
BACKED BY LANDMARK SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Data from a first-of-its-kind study published in the Journal of Periodontology and conducted at The McGuire InstituteTM, demonstrates the value of Waterlase technology in managing periodontitis. This study was the first controlled, multi-centered, blinded study on lasers in managing moderate to severe periodontitis. 54 patients were enrolled at five different nationwide sites, with six experienced periodontists. It is also the only laser study in managing periodontitis designed to meet the stringent American Association of Periodontology’s Best Evidence Consensus recommendations. The study compared REPAIRRPerio protocol to the traditional Minimally Invasive Surgical Technique (MIST) treatment of moderate to severe generalized periodontitis. The REPAIR Perio procedure proved to be equally as effective as MIST for PD reduction and CAL gain. However, the patient reported outcomes from the laser group versus MIST demonstrated statistically significant differences, with the laser group reporting c bleeding, less swelling, less bruising, and less use of extra oral ice packs following treatment. The study also found that the REPAIR Perio protocol resulted in 20% shorter procedure times than MIST procedures. This landmark study demonstrated that REPAIR is as effective as MIST procedures in clinical parameters, such as pocket depth and attachment level, but includes the benefit of significantly better patient-reported outcomes.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Supported by clinical evidence and scientific research
Cleared for gentle removal of sub-gingival calculus