Most people know that they should visit the dentist a minimum of twice per year for regular cleanings and check-ups. Still, it can be challenging to find time to fit appointments into today’s busy schedules, particularly when your teeth and gums are not causing any pain. However, routine dental visits can reduce the amount of time you need to spend in the dental chair having more extensive procedures done. At Kenner Dental Group in Burien, Washington, preventive care is at the heart of our practice. We make dental hygiene visits convenient and offer a variety of periodontal treatments along with standard dental treatments, to ensure you receive the best treatment for your specific hygiene needs.
Maintaining a dental hygiene routine that consists of daily brushing and flossing and regular dental visits keeps your smile healthy in several ways:
During your hygiene visit, the hygienist and Dr. Kenner give special attention to the health of your gums. In its initial stages, gum disease is called gingivitis and can be reversed with diligent home care and additional dental hygiene visits. However, if left untreated, gum disease will progress into periodontitis, an advanced stage of gum disease. Periodontitis is an irreversible condition of bone loss that can ultimately lead to receding gums, additional bone loss, and tooth loss. In addition, the chronic inflammation and infection associated with periodontitis can affect other areas of the body, including your heart, circulatory system, and immune system. Dr. Kenner and his Team offer the most comprehensive, customized treatment plans for gum disease based on your unique needs. This may include one or more periodontal treatments such as:
At Kenner Dental Group, our team of dental professionals provides compassionate, gentle care for patients of all ages. If you or a member of your family is due for your routine dental visit, call us in Burien, Washington today at (206) 208-2339 to schedule an appointment.