
SERVICES
Periodontics
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases of the gums and the supporting structures around your teeth. It plays a key role in keeping your smile healthy by protecting the foundation that holds your teeth in place.
What are the signs of gum disease?
Learn More
Gum disease often starts quietly, but there are key warning signs to watch for: red, swollen, or tender gums, bleeding when you brush or floss, persistent bad breath, gum recession that makes teeth look longer, loose or shifting teeth, and discomfort while chewing.
​
Catching these symptoms early is crucial because gum disease in its first stage (gingivitis) is usually reversible with professional care.
Left untreated, it can progress into periodontitis, which damages the bone and tissue supporting your teeth and may lead to tooth loss. Regular checkups allow us to spot the signs early, treat them effectively, and keep your gums—and your overall health—in great shape.
Treatment of Gum Disease:
Comprehensive care to manage and treat gingivitis and periodontitis (advanced gum disease), helping to stop infection, reduce inflammation, and preserve supporting bone and tissue.
Scaling and Root Planing:
A deep-cleaning procedure that removes plaque and tartar buildup below the gum line and smooths the tooth roots to promote healing and prevent bacteria from reattaching.
Periodontal Maintenance:
Ongoing cleanings and evaluations are performed after gum disease treatment to keep gums healthy and prevent relapse of infection or bone loss.
Arestin Therapy:
An antibiotic medication placed directly into periodontal pockets after scaling and root planing to target and eliminate bacteria that cause gum disease.
Antibiotic Therapy:
The use of oral or topical antibiotics to control bacterial infection, reduce inflammation, and support the healing of gum tissues.
Why Choose Dr. Cohen?
Address
27871 Medical Center Rd #100, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Normal Business Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM–5 PM
Thursday: 10 AM–5 PM
Friday: 9 AM–5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
.png)

.jpg)