If you experience frequent canker sores, you’re not alone. This is a common issue for many people.  Patients of Roberson Dental have found perio therapy to be the ideal solution to relieve as well as prevent these pesky and unsightly irritants.

You may have reference to periodontics, or perio therapy.  While they sound the same, they mean different things, and the dental team at our Birmingham practice wants to be sure you understand what each term means.

Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that studies and treats your gum health, and other structures surrounding your teeth. Perio therapy is the term for the actual treatment and subsequent healing of those same structures.

Reasons to Consider Perio Therapy

Healthy gums are an essential part of not only oral, but overall health. Certain bacteria present in your mouth can attack your teeth and gums if you’re not proactive about brushing, flossing, and avoiding sugary and acid-based foods. Oral pathogens (also known as ‘bad bacteria’) can  causes gum disease, which can lead to bone loss, tooth decay, and even heart disease.

That’s why Roberson Dental also offers ‘Oral DNA Testing’ to determine if you have one of 11 types of bacteria associated with gum disease, bone loss, and tooth loss.

To learn if you’re a candidate for perio therapy, please contact our team to request a consultation.

Whether you need perio therapy or another treatment, your comfort and health are our overriding goals at Roberson Dental.