Your Periodontists in Alafaya and Orlando, FL

Everyone knows you need a dentist — the doctor for your teeth — but what about a periodontist? Periodontists focus on
your gums to help give your teeth a firm, lifelong foundation. When your gums are healthy, the rest of your mouth can
be too, and when they need some support, Maple Dentistry’s board-certified periodontists are ready to rise to the
occasion.

What Is Periodontics?

Periodontists focus on the structures surrounding your teeth, most notably the gums and jaw. An infection in the gums
and surrounding areas can increase your risk of numerous conditions, including diabetes, strokes and heart attacks, so
having a professional you can rely on if you develop an oral issue is essential. At Maple Dentistry and Cherry
Periodontics, we focus on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of:

• Gum disease, including gingivitis and periodontal disease
• Receding gums (seeing more yellow on your teeth than you did before)
• Bleeding gums
• Teeth with cavities
• The areas around missing teeth
• Gum lifts (gummy smile)

Our Periodontic Services in Orlando and Alafaya

Maple Dentistry’s team has over 30 years of experience combined, helping people of every age find unparalleled oral
solutions for issues in the teeth, gums and jaw. When your needs go beyond routine maintenance, we are prepared to
offer more specialized care, such as:

• Advanced cleanings: Sometimes, your mouth requires more than a standard cleaning, also called a
  deep cleaning. Our advanced cleaning services focus on the plaque and hardened tartar, also known as calculus, that
  accumulates around the gumline, ensuring we remove as much of it as possible to promote healing and teeth
  reattachment.
• Periodontal treatment and maintenance: Gum disease is a serious condition that can have
  far-reaching health consequences. Whether you are in the early stages of gingivitis or are dealing with severe
  periodontal disease (bone loss), we will find treatments to address receding and bleeding gums.
• Extractions: If you have loose teeth, infected teeth or teeth that are in pain, they may need to be
  extracted. Whether you are planning to do an implant, partial denture or full denture, we can help from start to
  finish here in the Orlando and Alafaya region.
• Dental implants: When you need to replace missing teeth, our
  dental implant services in Orlando and Alafaya</a >
  are here for you. We offer exceptional color-matched implants that restore aesthetics and functionality to your
  smile.
• Gum grafts for tooth sensitivity: When gums recede, the root of the tooth becomes exposed. That
  unprotected root can feel extremely sensitive to cold, brushing or even air. A gum graft is a gentle procedure that
  covers the exposed root with healthy gum tissue, protecting the tooth and reducing sensitivity long-term.
• Gum lift for gummy smile: This simple cosmetic procedure reshapes your gumline to reveal more of
  your natural tooth. Many people have beautiful teeth that just look “short” or “hidden” because too much gum tissue
  shows when they smile. A gum lift gently removes and reshapes the excess gum so your teeth look longer, more
  balanced and more proportional to your face.
• Conscious sedation: We can offer oral conscious sedation with medications to help ease you through
  these advanced procedures so that you are comfortable throughout the process, keeping you at ease but helping you
  improve your dental health.

Other Surgical Procedures

Our periodontic services also cover numerous bone-related surgeries, like:

• Bone and tissue grafting: This procedure helps restore dental wellness by building up bone or
  gum tissue where it’s been lost.</span >
• Guided tissue regeneration: This treatment ensures a bone grows around a defect instead of soft
  tissue.</span >
• Surgical crown lengthening: Prepare your mouth for a crown with this treatment that removes
  excess gum and bone tissue. </span >
• Pocket reduction surgery: Treat deep gum pockets caused by periodontal disease with this
  procedure.</span >
• Halitosis treatment: If you deal with persistent bad breath, there are options for you. Let our
  team help you diagnose and find a solution.</span >

When Should You See a Periodontist?

While dentists offer plenty of support for everyday dental care, you should visit a periodontist for immediate
treatment if you exhibit signs of gum disease
or your dentist recommends you see a specialist for more advanced treatment options for your gums, teeth and
bone.</span >
Common symptoms of gum disease and other serious oral conditions include:

• Persistent bad breath
• Tender gums that bleed or become swollen
• Receding gums
• Loose or shifting teeth
• Changes in your bite or the feeling of your teeth
• Seeing too much gums and not enough of your teeth
• Pus between the teeth and gums

Get Started With Our Implant Dentists in Alafaya and Orlando Today

Periodontists protect the critical barriers between your mouth and the rest of your body. If you need gum surgery or
treatment for periodontal disease, bleeding gums or a related issue, reach out to Maple Dentistry at
407-584-1901 or
contact us online today. We are dedicated to finding
innovative solutions for your most pressing oral concerns.