A PLACE TO START

Do I Need a Periodontist?

If any of these sound familiar, a specialist evaluation can help you understand what is happening and what comes next.

Patient concerns

  • My gums bleed when I brush or floss

  • My gums are swollen or painful

  • My tooth feels loose

  • My gums are receding

  • My teeth have become sensitive

  • I have a missing tooth

  • I am considering a dental implant

  • My implant is painful or loose

  • I was told I have bone loss

  • I have an abscess or infection

  • My dentist referred me to a periodontist

  • I'm not sure what's wrong

YOU MAY BENEFIT FROM A PERIODONTAL EVALUATION.

Bleeding, swelling, recession, loose teeth, and bone loss can be signs of periodontal disease. A comprehensive evaluation can determine the cause and whether treatment is necessary.