Choosing Zetu Periodontics: Your Path to Optimal Oral Health

Dental Implants are artificial tooth roots that are placed in the jaw to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown (replacement tooth) or bridge. Typically, an implant is a titanium screw, surgically placed into the bone, that by a process called osseointegration forms a bond with the jaw bone. The success of this procedure is remarkably high but ideally the patient needs to have sufficient bone in the location of implant placement and be free of periodontal disease.

Crown Lengthening is a periodontal surgical procedure of gum reshaping in which gum tissue or bone is removed to expose a greater area of the tooth structure. This can be used for cosmetic reasons such as minimizing the appearance of a "gummy smile", or pre-restoratively such as exposing more tooth to support a crown or a filling.

Gum Grafting Surgery A gum graft is a procedure used to reduce further recession and bone loss. This will reduce tooth sensitivity and improve aesthetics of your smile.

Gum disease is a chronic build up of bacteria around the gums and the teeth. This can occur at any age and most of the times is painless and needs regular check ups with the periodontist to prevent its occurrence. Some of the warning signs include: red, swollen and bleeding gums, bad breath or loose teeth.

Scaling and root planning is a non surgical procedure when removal of the plaque and hard deposits (tartar) from the teeth is employed. Sometimes a bite adjustment and usage of locally delivered antibiotics may be recommended.

Sedation Dentistry allows the surgeon to reduce or eliminate a patient’s anxiety and ensure that the clinical experience is stress-free and painless. Dr. Zetu is well trained in administering oral and intravenous conscious sedation.