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COVID-19 Update from Sioux Falls Smiles

To Our Patients,

We understand and deeply respect that you may be concerned about coronavirus in public places, even at our state-of-the-art sterilized office.

Our first priority is always the health and well-being of our patients. And that is a priority we take extremely seriously, even with the current disruptions we’re all experiencing.

It has been a very difficult decision, but we have decided that it is in the best interest of our community, our team, and our patients that we not see patients for the time being.

If you do have a scheduled appointment, we will be reaching out to you directly to get you rescheduled to a future date.

This is just one more way that we can show our high level of care for you … and for everyone in our community. We very much look forward to seeing you, your family, and your friends very soon.

As always, if you have any questions, please call our office at 605-250-4651.

Sincerely,

Dr. Valerie Drake
Sioux Falls Smiles

Restore Your Dental Health With Gum Disease Treatment in Sioux Falls

Gums are important to your smile since they keep your teeth in place. You’re at risk of losing teeth if they become inflamed and infected. In fact, diseased gums may affect your overall health, not just your oral health. Studies have linked gum disease to adverse conditions like diabetes and cancer. That’s why gum disease treatment in Sioux Falls is so important.

Our dentists can:

  • Remove the bacteria that causes gum disease with a deep cleaning treatment
  • Repair receding gums that can occur in the later stages of disease
  • Use a soft-tissue laser to ensure your treatment is as comfortable as possible
  • Perform an incision-free alternative to a traditional gum graft
  • Halt the tissue and bone loss that can lead to you losing teeth
  • Help you feel better by eliminating unpleasant symptoms like bleeding gums and bad breath

Suspect you have gum disease? We check for signs of it during every dental exam. But if you are experiencing symptoms, don’t wait until your next exam. Call us ASAP at 605-250-4651.

We Treat All Stages of Gum Disease

Many practices treat the early stages of gum disease and so do we, with a deep cleaning treatment called scaling and root planing. Unike many other practices, we can also treat the gum recession that occurs in later stages of the disease.

Our treatment can include:

  • Scaling and Root Planing – This treatment removes bacteria from above and below the gumline and helps shrink “pockets” that form between teeth and gums where bacteria can accumulate. We can use a laser to ensure your treatment is both comfortable and effective.
  • Antibiotics – To fight the return of bacteria, we may recommend applications of an antibiotic called Arestin®.
  • Gum Recession Treatment – To repair receding gums, we can use a gum graft or an innovative treatment called the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique. Your treatment and recovery are quicker and more comfortable with the Chao procedure since it involves no cutting or stitches.

For gum disease treatment in Sioux Falls, call us at 605-250-4651 or use our to schedule online. Symptoms include bleeding gums, sore gums, and chronic bad breath.

Common Questions About Gum Disease Treatment

Some patients experience discomfort with traditional gum disease treatment, called scaling and root planing. We help make this more comfortable for you by numbing the area first, as well as offering sedation options for complete relaxation. We offer laser gum treatment too, a quicker and much more comfortable alternative.

When plaque on your teeth and gums is left untreated, it eventually turns to tartar, a hard substance that must be removed by a dental professional. If it’s not, the bacteria from the tartar will irritate your gums and cause inflammation. Eventually, infection develops and creates periodontal pockets of bacteria. As a result, your inflamed, infected gums may be red, swollen, and tender, and they may bleed when you brush and floss.

Gum disease treatment may take one or two visits depending on how severe your case is. If your treatment involves a deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), each visit will be a little longer than a normal dental cleaning. Laser gum disease treatment, however, can often be completed in one appointment and is faster than conventional treatment.

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