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Periodontal Medicine: The Foundation of Oral Systemic Health

Shifting the focus from ‘Hygiene’ to ‘Inflammation Management’
Hygiene has been the dominant model of oral health since the early 1900’s. It’s still relevant today – we need to help ensure that people have clean teeth.  However, managing inflammation has become my go-to model in managing health.  Here’s why- inflammation is one of the root causes of all disease, not just in your mouth, but in your whole body.  If your gums are inflamed, your body is inflamed.  It’s also clear that many people have oral inflammation despite having clean teeth.  More hygiene won’t help this group.  Luckily, we have some inflammation management tools that can help.  In the scientific literature, many of these concepts fall under the heading of Periodontal Medicine.
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Periodontal Medicine

Revolutionizing Dental Hygiene
Periodontal Medicine explores the bidirectional relationship between oral and systemic health.  I see infection, inflammation and host response as the puzzle pieces that link oral and systemic health.  Infection with high risk periodontal pathogens puts other parts of your body at risk as bacteria travels through the bloodstream and into the gut.
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Inflammation in your mouth increases inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein and chemical messengers that circulate through your body.  Host Response is how your body reacts in the process.  Research is clear that periodontal disease can affect cardiovascular health, diabetes, respiratory health, pregnancy outcomes, and even cognitive function.  Preventing oral inflammation and infections (or addressing them at their early stages) is key to your overall health.
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Dysbiotic Biofilms

It’s Way More Complex Than Plaque
Periodontal inflammation is the result of our body’s response to periodontal pathogens present in biofilms on our teeth and surrounding tissues.  It’s impossible to totally remove biofilm, but we can work to modify it to one that doesn’t trigger inflammation.  One of the tools we use to disrupt and manage biofilms, is called Guided Biofilm Therapy or GBT.  This is our first line of care for managing biofilms.
Guided Biofilm Therapy – Cutting-Edge Air Flow Technology
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) represents a groundbreaking approach to Periodontal Medicine and biofilm management. Developed by EMS, a Swiss pioneer in modern prophylaxis techniques, GBT provides a systematic and predictable solution for effectively removing harmful dental biofilms.
Personalized Treatment Protocols
At the heart of GBT lies a personalized treatment methodology. Through comprehensive patient diagnosis and risk assessment, customized protocols are created to achieve optimal results for each individual. This tailored approach ensures the most effective biofilm removal while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

Periodontal Medicine

Revolutionizing Dental Hygiene
Periodontal Medicine explores the bidirectional relationship between oral and systemic health.  I see infection, inflammation and host response as the puzzle pieces that link oral and systemic health.  Infection with high risk periodontal pathogens puts other parts of your body at risk as bacteria travels through the bloodstream and into the gut.
Inflammation in your mouth increases inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein and chemical messengers that circulate through your body.  Host Response is how your body reacts in the process.  Research is clear that periodontal disease can affect cardiovascular health, diabetes, respiratory health, pregnancy outcomes, and even cognitive function.  Preventing oral inflammation and infections (or addressing them at their early stages) is key to your overall health. 

Dysbiotic Biofilms

It’s Way More Complex Than Plaque
Periodontal inflammation is the result of our body’s response to periodontal pathogens present in biofilms on our teeth and surrounding tissues.  It’s impossible to totally remove biofilm, but we can work to modify it to one that doesn’t trigger inflammation.  One of the tools we use to disrupt and manage biofilms, is called Guided Biofilm Therapy or GBT.  This is our first line of care for managing biofilms.
Guided Biofilm Therapy – Cutting-Edge Air Flow Technology
Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) represents a groundbreaking approach to Periodontal Medicine and biofilm management. Developed by EMS, a Swiss pioneer in modern prophylaxis techniques, GBT provides a systematic and predictable solution for effectively removing harmful dental biofilms.
Personalized Treatment Protocols
At the heart of GBT lies a personalized treatment methodology. Through comprehensive patient diagnosis and risk assessment, customized protocols are created to achieve optimal results for each individual. This tailored approach ensures the most effective biofilm removal while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

Periodontal
Pathogen Testing

Periodontal inflammation is the result of our body’s response to periodontal pathogens present in biofilms on our teeth and surrounding tissues.  It’s impossible to totally remove biofilm, but we can work to modify it to one that doesn’t trigger inflammation.  One of the tools we use to disrupt and manage biofilms, is called Guided Biofilm Therapy or GBT.  This is our first line of care for managing biofilms.
Key Benefits
Identifies risk factors for systemic diseases linked to oral pathogens like heart disease, diabetes, and pregnancy complications
Determines the exact bacterial species and concentration present in the your mouth
Guides selection of the most effective antibiotic rinse or treatment for the specific pathogens detected
Enables monitoring of bacterial levels throughout treatment to ensure progress

A Comfortable and Efficient Experience

By combining personalized protocols with innovative air flow techniques, GBT based Periodontal Medicine offers a truly exceptional dental hygiene experience. Patients can expect a comfortable, efficient, and highly effective treatment that promotes long-term oral health and well-being.
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Periodontal Pathogen Testing

Periodontal inflammation is the result of our body’s response to periodontal pathogens present in biofilms on our teeth and surrounding tissues.  It’s impossible to totally remove biofilm, but we can work to modify it to one that doesn’t trigger inflammation.  One of the tools we use to disrupt and manage biofilms, is called Guided Biofilm Therapy or GBT.  This is our first line of care for managing biofilms.
Key Benefits
Identifies risk factors for systemic diseases linked to oral pathogens like heart disease, diabetes, and pregnancy complications
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Determines the exact bacterial species and concentration present in the your mouth
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Guides selection of the most effective antibiotic rinse or treatment for the specific pathogens detected
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Enables monitoring of bacterial levels throughout treatment to ensure progress
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The saliva or biofilm sampling is a simple rinse-and-spit process, with the sample sent to a lab for advanced microbial analysis using a technique called qPCR. The detailed report reveals the types, concentrations, and antibiotic sensitivities of up to 11 different periodontal pathogens present.
Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, this pathogen testing allows us to develop a highly personalized periodontal treatment plan tailored to the patient’s specific oral microbiome. It improves chances of successfully eliminating the infection and associated disease risks.
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