Recommended on a case-by-case basis to enhance the outcomes of non-surgical treatment.
Periodontal treatment guidelines emphasize the importance of achieving periodontal health through minimally invasive and cost-effective methods. Non-surgical periodontal treatments play a crucial role in this endeavor, primarily through scaling and root planing. This procedure involves meticulous cleaning of the root surfaces to eliminate plaque, calculus (tartar), and bacterial toxins from deep periodontal pockets, while also smoothing the tooth root. In some cases, additional therapies like local delivery antimicrobials and host modulation may be recommended based on individual needs.
Following scaling and root planing, many patients may not require further active treatment, including surgical intervention. However, it is important to note that the majority of patients will benefit from ongoing maintenance therapy to sustain periodontal health. Although non-surgical therapy has its limitations, it remains an essential component of periodontal care. In cases where non-surgical treatments fall short of achieving optimal periodontal health, surgical procedures may be necessary to restore periodontal anatomy and support effective oral hygiene practices.
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Dr. Efraim Florendo earned his Dental degree in 2000. His enthusiasm to expand his dental knowledge brought him to the field of Dental Research and he worked in San Francisco as a Dental Researcher for two years.
This vivified his passion for Dentistry and willed him to practice the Art and Science of Dentistry in various cities such as San Bruno, San Francisco, Sacramento, Vallejo, San Jose until he finally found his heart and decided to settle in the lovely and warm city of Modesto.
Dr. Alexandra Chang, DDS, MS is a native of the San Francisco Bay area. She went to U.C. Davis for her undergraduate studies and attend U.C San Francisco for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After completing her studies in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at The Ohio State University, she returned to California.
She has been practicing orthodontics for over 10 years and loves working with young children and adults. On her free time, she enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures. She also likes to spend with her family and two japanese bobtail cats.
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