What Is Periodontics?
Periodontics is the dental specialty focused on the structures that support your teeth and implants — the gums, bone, and connective tissues that hold everything in place. A periodontist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases of these tissues.
At Sonrisa Dental Specialists, our periodontal care is fully integrated with our implant program. We treat the gum disease that threatens your natural teeth, and we ensure your tissue environment is optimized before, during, and after implant placement.
- Diagnosis and treatment of gum disease at all stages
- Tissue management before and after implant placement
- Long-term maintenance to protect implants for life
Why Gum Health Determines Implant Outcomes.
Periodontal disease is the leading cause of implant failure. Bacteria that cause gum disease can colonize around an implant — a condition called peri-implantitis — causing bone loss and ultimately implant failure if left untreated.
That’s why we assess and treat periodontal health as a prerequisite to any implant procedure. Patients with active gum disease will receive periodontal therapy first. Patients with a history of periodontitis receive a customized maintenance plan to protect their investment long term.
- Active gum disease must be controlled before implant placement
- Peri-implantitis is preventable with proper care
- Ongoing maintenance protects implants for decades
Comprehensive Periodontal Care Under One Roof.
From non-surgical deep cleaning to advanced laser therapy and tissue grafting, we offer the full spectrum of periodontal treatments.
Gum Disease Treatment
Non-surgical and surgical options to eliminate periodontal infection and restore gum health at every stage of disease.
LANAP Laser Therapy
FDA-cleared laser treatment that eliminates diseased tissue with no cutting, no sutures, and faster healing than traditional surgery.
Pocket Reduction
Surgical reduction of periodontal pockets that harbor bacteria — eliminating the disease environment and making maintenance easier.
Soft Tissue Grafting
Restoring receded gum tissue with grafts that protect tooth and implant roots, reduce sensitivity, and improve aesthetics.
Crown Lengthening
Reshaping gum and bone tissue to expose more tooth structure — required before certain restorations and for aesthetic improvements.
Scaling & Root Planing
A thorough deep-cleaning procedure that removes calculus and bacteria from below the gumline, allowing tissue to heal and reattach.
A Healthy Mouth Means a Healthier Life.
The research is clear: periodontal disease isn’t just a dental problem. Chronic gum infection introduces inflammatory bacteria into the bloodstream, contributing to systemic conditions that affect your whole body.
Studies consistently link untreated periodontal disease to increased risk of heart disease, stroke, poorly controlled diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes, and respiratory conditions. Treating gum disease isn’t just about saving teeth — it’s an investment in your long-term systemic health.
- Gum disease is linked to increased heart disease and stroke risk
- Uncontrolled periodontitis worsens blood sugar in diabetic patients
- Treating gum disease may improve outcomes for multiple systemic conditions
Healthy Gums. Successful Implants. A Healthier You.
Whether you need gum disease treatment before implants or ongoing maintenance to protect them, we have the expertise and the technology to keep your foundation strong for life.