Gum Disease Treatments
Gum Disease and GingivitsWith advanced dental technology and Dr. Haywood, our Southern York Smile Care team provides exceptional gum disease treatment and dental cleanings in Shrewsbury, PA
GUM DISEASE TREATMENT PREVENTION
PERIODONTAL CARE, SHREWSBURY, PAAt Southern York Smile Care, our periodontal therapies can solve your gum disease and return your mouth to complete health
We are proud to say that we offer a totally different dental experience. We keep teeth clean and healthy, and focus on your comfort. Let us give your teeth the attention they deserve. In the early stage of gum disease, we can delay tooth decay and its progress. Proper oral care and maintenance are essential in preventing gum disease from occurring and from worsening. Painful swollen gums and constant gum pain are signs that gum disease or gingivitis is present. Please read about all the services that we provide in periodontal dentistry. We provide care for patients in Shrewsbury, New Freedom, and surrounding York County to make a difference in the longevity of your smile.
PERIODONTAL SERVICES FOR YORK COUNTY PATIENTS
SERVING SHREWSBURY, PALearn more about gum disease and the gingivitis treatments we offer at Southern York Smile Care in Shrewsbury, PA
ADVANCED ANTIBIOTIC TECHNOLOGY
Although removing bacteria is the cornerstone of skillful periodontal therapy, advances in antibiotic technology and the method of application have achieved exceptional health in many of our clients. We believe in a thorough, comprehensive approach to your care. By combining the most effective therapies and medication, we will ensure success at staying on top and even ahead of gum disease. We incorporate one or more technologies in our treatments. Arestin or Atridox site-specific antibiotics, periodontal Pill-Periostat, combinations of anti-microbial irrigations, and traditional antibiotics systemically are among the treatments used to clear your body of the pathogenic organisms. Oral DNA testing for dentistry allows us to identify which of the 11 most suspected periodontal pathogens is present. We can accurately treat you this way.
AFTER-TREATMENT COMMITMENT TO WELLNESS
Staying free of dental disease is hard work, and most people will outlive their teeth these days. With our help and your continued diligence, we are committed to a level of total body wellness unique in this country. Ask us about the importance of the oral-systemic connection. We are a committed full-service dental office offering periodontal dentistry (scaling and root planing or root debridement therapy), periodontal maintenance, and routine hygiene care and cleanings*. We have very high standards for health and strive for zero bleeding and zero infection for our patients.
LIFETIME "SUPER SEALANTS" FOR CAVITY PREVENTION
We are possibly only one of a select few offices to offer a lifetime warranty. Cavities can be prevented by completely sealing the chewing surfaces and all pits and fissures of adult and children’s teeth. This inhibits bacterial byproducts and simple sugars from being harbored, therefore, preventing cavities from occurring in the enamel. It’s simple, it’s inexpensive, and it’s painless. Super sealants are a great preventative tool.
ORAL CANCER SCREENING - VIZILITE
Alcohol, infection, HPV virus, and smoking are implicated in the onset of oral cancer. We have implemented the latest advanced screening tool for the early detection of this potentially fatal disease. Early detection is critical. No tool allows us to identify the treatable gum disease stages of oral cancer better than Vizilite. This innovative and inexpensive screening technology is always available during office examinations. We also have non-surgical techniques for identifying cancer, including T-Blue staining and Oral CDX cellular analysis right in the office.
THE EXCEPTIONAL DENTAL CLEANING
Our Shrewsbury dental team provides exceptional dental care like no otherWe are an exceptional practice near the Loganville and New Freedom boroughs in York County. Our high standards extend to all of our 60-minute cleaning appointments designed to optimize oral health. One full hour allows us to use our time, skill, and experience to “protect your smile.” Utilizing all the advanced technology we offer, Dr. Haywood can provide you with the opportunity for optimal wellness. We develop your dental goals during the time we spend developing and sticking to your individualized health plan. Don’t believe that quick cleanings at low-quality offices equate to the care we provide. They most definitely are not the same! We look forward to meeting you personally at our Shrewsbury, PA office and building the beautiful, healthy smile you have always wanted. Contact us to arrange your appointment with Dr. Haywood if you are in the York – New Freedom area!
ANTI-CAVITY TREATMENTS
Fluoride treatments and calcium rebuilding agents are recommended for clients of all ages, not just children. Decay rates have been proven to increase with age, and fluoride of all types, professionally administered, will strengthen and rebuild damaged enamel. We also insist on lifetime fluoride therapy following an extensive dental reconstruction or cosmetic work. It makes sense to shift protection into high gear! As we age, we are taking more medications and experiencing changes in our mouths that set the stage for rampant root decay. Xylitol sweetener is used to reduce decay risk in mints and lollipops regularly these days. Fluoride, in any of its many forms, is an essential insurance policy against these ravages. Ask us about the many specific products and treatments available today that can help you prevent cavities and the need for fillings
BITE GUARDS/CONTROLLING TOOTH WEAR
Uncontrolled teeth grinding destroys comfort, health, and appearance as we age. Without treatment, grinding wear could cost patients tens of thousands of dollars. We’re all living longer, so it seems negligent of us not to address these unavoidable changes. Recent studies show that as we live longer, more than half of us will have our teeth deteriorate to the point where it will affect our happiness. All of our styles of guards are comfortable, clear, and specifically custom-made for each client. Protect your investment. Protect your beautiful, natural smile and healthy teeth for a lifetime. We believe our Southern York County patients are worth it!
PERIODONTAL DISEASE IMPACTS YOUR OVERALL HEALTH
ORAL SERVICES SHREWSBURY, PAHealthy gums have a positive impact on your overall health and well-being, our gum disease dentist helps you maintain regular cleanings and proper treatment
The health of your gums (periodontal health) has been linked directly to serious health risks such as diabetes and cardiac disease. Evidence accumulated at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, lists at least 12 illnesses and four cancers linked with periodontal bacteria. Active, aggressive (but gentle) periodontal care will minimize your risk of tooth loss, heart attack, and these other diseases. The list of effects from poor periodontal health continues to grow. Do not be among the 60 percent of Americans who neglect their periodontal needs. One of our periodontist colleagues mentioned that long ago, they reassured their patients that periodontal disease “would not kill them.” However, this reassurance is not true today, and the evidence is overwhelming. When you take steps to protect your smile by visiting Dr. Haywood, you also protect your overall health and well-being. 98% of our periodontal therapy is non-surgical and comfortable. Statistics prove you will live a longer and better quality of life without periodontal disease and the after-effects.
So what is gum disease? Bleeding or receding gums, bad breath, or deep pockets in the gums mean infection. It is as simple as that. Caught early and treated as a severe infection, these gum disease symptoms can be managed and controlled, but it can never be completely cured. Our experienced hygienists take the lead in this treatment by identifying, explaining, treating, and monitoring everything from the small isolated areas of periodontal disease to the most severe and rampant expression of this devastating condition. We use advanced ultrasonic irrigation, chemical disinfectants, antibiotics, and nutritional therapies. Visual mechanical measurements and oral DNA testing also diagnose and treat early gingivitis and periodontal diseases. Complete removal of periodontal bacteria is essential for complete healing. It takes a unique approach to your health to create this result, and we have developed exactly that. We make health and periodontal wellness that very well may save your smile!
OTHER EMERGENCY DENTAL SERVICES
Emergency Dental Care, Restorative Dentistry, and Oral Surgery Extractions in Shrewsbury, PA
Restorative dentistry is the integration of art and technology that helps our clients achieve both the function and beauty of an amazing smile. Dental crowns, dental bridges, safe root canals, white fillings, and dental bonding are expertly performed at Southern York Smile Care. Dr. Haywood and his gentle team are eager to help you restore your teeth.
BEFORE & AFTER
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