512-306-8822 |
| We at Periodontal Surgical Arts, believe in the overall welfare of our patients but also advocate doing our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Following the mandate from Governor Abbott and the Texas Board of Dental Examiners, we are following distancing guidelines. This includes minimizing the number of patients and team members in the practice at one time. Also, patients are being treated one at a time on a personalized basis. We do require that patients wear face masks and screen themselves prior to visiting. Thank you for your understanding. |
Periodontal (Gum) Disease TreatmentMany times, the early stages of periodontal disease are best treated with non-surgical periodontal therapy.  Periodontal therapy is used to remove tartar or calculus underneath gums tissue that is unreachable with regular cleanings. This can be done with mechanical removal with a laser. The presence of tartar allows bacterial plaque to attach to the root surface. The gums can not attach to the contaminated, infected root surface. Thus, bone and attachment loss ensues.Periodontal therapy is done to improve the overall tissue quality prior to surgery and also to help limit the areas requiring surgery. Even in severe cases, non-surgical periodontal therapy often precedes surgical therapy. |
Dr. David Yu, DDS, MS | Dr. Nicole Litizzette, DDS, MSFax: (512) 306-8848 Monday - Thursday: 7:30am - 3:00pm Friday: 7:00am - 12:00pm |
