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Upper Merion Dental Associates

357 South Gulph Rd

King of Prussia, PA  19406

Tel:  (610) 337-2325                

Fax: (610) 337-3863

Periodontal (gum) diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis, are serious infections that, left untreated, can lead to tooth loss. Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Read more about the Causes of Periodontal Gum Disease

What to Expect   At your initial appointment, Dr. Smith will review your medical and dental history and give you a complete oral and periodontal exam. He will look for any gum line recession, loose teeth and assess your bite. A small measuring instrument will be placed between your teeth and gums to determine the depth of periodontal pockets. X-rays may be taken to check for possible bone loss.

Dr. Smith will recommend the least invasive and most cost-effective treatment for your diagnosis. Many patients benefit from non-surgical periodontal treatment, such as scaling and root planing (a careful cleaning of the root surfaces and deep periodontal pockets). Periodontal surgery may be necessary for severe cases.

Periodontist  

Dr. Scott Smith

 

¨ University of Maryland Dental School

¨ Certificate in Periodontics from University of Maryland and Bethesda Naval Hospital.

¨ Lectures nationally on periodontal diagnosis, treatment and chronic inflammatory diseases.

¨ He is currently awaiting FDA approval for his patented ultrasonic anesthesia procedure.

Periodontics - Gum Disease