Periodontics - Thousands Oaks, CA
Advanced Periodontal Care for
Strong Gums and Brilliant Smiles

What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease typically begins with accumulating bacteria on teeth and gums, forming plaque. These bacteria release compounds that provoke an immune response, resulting in swollen, red, tender gums that bleed easily.
Without intervention, gum infection can advance, causing damage to the gums’ attachment to teeth and potentially affecting underlying bone tissue. Gum disease can lead to tooth sensitivity, chewing challenges, and even tooth loss if left untreated. At New Smile + Implant in Thousand Oaks, CA, we specialize in thorough gum disease treatment, prioritizing your comfort and well-being.

Signs & Symptoms of Gum Disease
- Swollen or enlarged gums
- Red or blue-red gums, especially between the teeth
- Gums that bleed easily when brushing, flossing, eating, or speaking
- Persistent bad breath
- Tenderness when eating or chewing
- Sensitive teeth
- Receding gumline that makes the teeth appear longer or shows the root surfaces of the teeth
- Damage to the supporting bone that can be seen on routine X-rays


The Risks of Untreated Gum Disease
Gum disease is linked to various health issues, including memory loss, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, heart disease, preterm delivery, and low birth weight babies, which may surprise many. Timely treatment for gingivitis is crucial to halt inflammation and prevent irreversible damage. Left untreated, gum disease significantly raises the risk of conditions like heart disease, pancreatitis, and certain cancers. Our New Smile + Implant team specializes in treating periodontitis at every stage to foster a healthy smile and overall well-being.
Effective gum disease treatment involves multiple stages and ongoing care to preserve oral health. While we recognize financial concerns, these treatments are essential to avoid future costly dental procedures and severe health issues. We are committed to improving your health through comprehensive periodontal care and can help explore financing options to ensure you receive the necessary treatment.
Our Top Periodontal Treatments

Crown Lengthening
Overgrown gum tissue can compound gum disease by creating pockets where bacteria and food debris accumulate. Swollen gums may give the illusion of smaller teeth. Crown lengthening is a dental procedure that exposes more of the tooth’s surface, facilitating easier cleaning and enhancing the aesthetic harmony of the smile.
Crown lengthening reduces the risk of bacterial buildup and supports optimal oral health by removing excess gum tissue. This process promotes a healthier mouth and a more aesthetically pleasing smile.

Gingival Graft
Periodontal disease can lead to gum recession, where the gumline moves down the tooth, exposing the root surface and compromising its stability.
Gingival grafting is a surgical approach to rebuild lost gum tissue and improve the tissue’s durability to improve the teeth’ stability. Grafting can improve the look of your smile, relieve tooth sensitivity, and prevent tooth loss.

Scaling and Root Planing
Deep cleaning, scaling, and root planing are advanced dental procedures for treating periodontal disease and compromised tissue attachment. Typically serving as the initial step in periodontal treatment, these techniques involve meticulously removing bacterial buildup from the root surfaces of each tooth. This comprehensive approach aims to alleviate inflammation and enhance the attachment of healthy gum tissue, promoting improved oral health.

Frenectomy
Frena are strips of tissue that link our lips and tongue to the surrounding structures of the cheeks and floor of the mouth. When these frena are excessively short or tight, they can cause various issues, such as speech impediments and difficulties with eating and chewing.
Tight tissue can contribute to gum recession by pulling the gum tissue away from its optimal position. A frenectomy releases these tight tissue attachments, allowing for proper movement of the cheeks, lips, and tongue while safeguarding the gums’ health.

Gingivectomy
Chronic inflammation of the gums can result in excessive growth, covering portions of the teeth that should remain exposed to the oral environment. This alteration in appearance can impact your smile and create challenges in maintaining proper oral hygiene, leading to further inflammation.
Through precise reshaping of the gum tissue and adjusting its positioning and contours, we can enhance the aesthetic appearance of your smile and alleviate inflammation. Gingivectomy is frequently incorporated as a component of the crown lengthening procedure.