At Dental Specialists and Implant Clinic of Iowa we specialize in a wide variety of procedures designed to maintain or improve your periodontal tissues. The periodontal (gum) tissues are an important part of your oral health. Our experience and expertise in periodontics allows us to provide high-quality treatments you cannot find anywhere else!
Periodontal non-surgical therapy, also known as scaling and root planing, is a common and effective treatment for gum disease (periodontitis). This procedure is typically performed by a dental hygienist or a periodontist and is aimed at removing plaque and tartar from below the gumline, smoothing the tooth roots, and promoting the healing of the gum tissues.
Periodontal surgical therapy is a set of procedures performed to treat advanced stages of periodontal disease, where non-surgical methods, such as scaling and root planing, may not be sufficient. These surgeries aim to address issues like deep periodontal pockets, bone loss, and other structural problems associated with periodontitis.
Periodontal (gum) tissues play a major role in your oral health. Dental problems associated with your gums, specifically periodontal disease, can drastically affect the function and aesthetics of your smile. Healthy gums not only protect the roots of your teeth; they also have cosmetic value. An attractive smile strikes a nice balance between beautiful bright teeth and healthy pink gums.
Some people are born with uneven gums or an excessive amount of gum tissue. This can create aesthetic issues with your smile. We may recommend gingival contouring to improve the balance between your teeth and gums, giving you a more beautiful smile!
Soft tissue grafting is also used to combat gum recession. The three most common types of soft tissue grafts include free gingival grafts, connective tissue grafts, and pedicle grafts. The type of soft tissue graft you need depends on the severity and location of your gum recession.
Dental Implants
A dental implant is an ideal solution if you are missing one or more teeth. As a periodontist, our specialist specializes in the treatment planning and placement of dental implants. Once in place, the implant will serve as the root component of a dental prosthesis. Because it becomes a part of you, an implant is the next best thing to your natural tooth.
A tooth is impacted when it remains partially or totally trapped under the gum tissue, not erupting the way it is supposed to. While impacted teeth can lead to many oral health complications, treatment is possible via collaboration between your orthodontist and an oral surgeon. At Dental Specialists and Implant Clinic of Iowa, we are happy to provide treatment for impacted canines to our patients.
Oral pathology refers to the diagnosis and study of problems that affect your oral and maxillofacial region. The goal of oral pathology is to cure oral diseases with causes that are not initially apparent. Once we determine the exact causes of a problem, we can develop a more precise treatment plan.
We believe in using state-of-the-art technology to improve patient outcomes, increase comfort, and enhance safety. We are pleased to provide full 3D imaging of the teeth and mouth as part of our consultation process. These 3D images help us develop more precise treatment plans and provide our patients with improved results.
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At Dental Specialists and Implant Clinic of Iowa we specialize in a wide variety of procedures designed to maintain or improve your periodontal tissues. The periodontal (gum) tissues are an important part of your oral health. Our experience and expertise in periodontics allows us to provide 
