Can a general dentist check to see if i suffer from PERIODONTICS AND GIVE ME Pe!
Question:
Can a general dentist check to see if i suffer from PERIODONTICS AND GIVE ME Periodontal treatment?
When i go to a general dentist can they check to see if i suffer from PERIODONTICS AND GIVE ME Periodontal treatment for that or do i have to go to a specialist?
Answers:
A general dentist should be able to determine if you have periodontal disease by doing a thorough dental exam. The exam would likely include a full set of xrays (approximately 16 xrays) that would allow them to assess for bone loss around the teeth and by doing a full periodontal probing which is where readings are taken with a small ruler (probe) to measure the space between the gums and the teeth. Depending on how comfortable the dentist (or hygienist) is and the technology that they have they may treat you or refer you to a periodontist who specializes in that type of care. Whether your hygienist is working for a general office or periodontal office they are all basically trained the same. The periodontist is more likely than a general dentist to be able to due gum and bone surgeries to help correct and improve a periodontal situation. Good luck!
JAMRDH - a dental hygienist