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Gum Disease Control
DR. IGOR OCHEV, SAN RAFAEL DENTIST
“Can I treat gum disease at home?”
Yes, but not entirely. Plaque can turn into tartar quickly. In fact, it only takes 24 hours! Even if you have a strict home regimen to help prevent plaque and tartar from forming, it’s not enough for those hard-to-reach places. No matter what, buildup happens. That’s why you need professional gum disease control to do the heavy lifting.
CONTROLLING GUM DISEASE
What to Expect
If Dr. Igor Ochev diagnoses you with periodontitis, we may recommend three to four periodontal cleanings a year. At these visits, we check the pocket depths carefully to ensure that they’re healthy. We also remove the plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line that can only be removed with special dental instruments.
In addition, your maintenance appointment usually includes:
Cleanings
Gingivitis is the first stage of periodontal disease. If the disease is caught early and no damage has been done, we recommend two regular cleanings. You also receive instructions on improving your daily oral hygiene habits and getting regular dental cleanings.
Oral cancer screening
Your face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums are checked for any signs of oral cancer.
Examination of tooth decay
Tooth surfaces are checked for decay with special dental instruments.
Examination of existing restorations
The condition or your current fillings, crowns, and other restorations are checked.
Oral hygiene recommendations
Oral hygiene aids (electric toothbrushes, special periodontal brushes, fluorides, rinses, and other aids) are reviewed and recommended as needed.
Polishing
Stain and plaque that is not otherwise removed during tooth brushing and scaling are removed.
Good oral hygiene practices and regularly-scheduled cleanings are essential in keeping gum disease under control. Not only that, it can reduce your risk of other diseases that can affect your overall wellness. Here at EvoSmile, we believe that health is wealth. Beyond controlling gum disease, we hope you’ll choose us as your partner in your overall oral health.
Related to Gum Disease Control
Periodontal Dentistry
Warning signs and symptoms of gum disease. Plus, the connection between this disease and other ones.
Find Out MoreGum Disease Diagnosis
Allow us to make a diagnosis to see if you're free of gum disease, or have early or advanced stages of it.
Find Out MoreGum Disease Treatment
Get the appropriate recommendations, from cleanings to surgery, based on the severity of the disease.
Find Out MorePatient Savings & Financial Options
At EvoSmile, dental care is empathy care.
Your oral health profoundly affects your overall health. For this reason, we would never want you to hold off on your dental care because of cost — whether or not you carry insurance. This is why we offer the following solutions to ease your worry and your pocketbook.
New Patient Offer
Get a comprehensive dental exam including necessary X-rays, an oral cancer screening, a periodontal exam, a TMJ evaluation, and a regular cleaning.
Learn About This & Your First VisitNo Insurance? Save with Us
If you don’t have insurance, you'll want to take a look at our very own savings plans. We designed them with your dental needs in mind.
Discover our Dental Savings PlansFinancing & Payment Options
If you’re interested in affordable financing and monthly payments, we offer options from CareCredit and Cherry.
Find out if you pre-qualifyInsurance Benefits
We’re an out-of-network dental office that accepts insured patients with PPO plans. Get answers to commonly asked questions.
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