Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection that attacks the gum tissue and jawbone supporting your teeth. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults and, if left untreated, can have severe consequences for your entire body, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Importantly, active gum disease is a major contraindication for dental implants. Placing an implant in an infected mouth leads to a high risk of peri-implantitis, a condition where bacteria infect the tissue surrounding the implant, causing it to fail. As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. José Moguel is the leading expert in diagnosing and treating gum disease in Mexico, ensuring your mouth is completely healthy before any implant work begins.
Gum disease begins with plaque buildup on the teeth, which hardens into tartar. Bacteria in tartar cause inflammation of the gums (gingivitis), which can progress to periodontitis, where the gums pull away from the teeth, forming deep pockets that harbor destructive bacteria. To treat this, Dr. Moguel utilizes advanced periodontal therapies. The first line of defense is scaling and root planing, also known as deep cleaning. This involves using specialized instruments and ultrasonic scalers to remove plaque and tartar from deep beneath the gumline, and smoothing the tooth roots to prevent bacteria from re-adhering.
For more advanced cases of periodontal disease, Dr. Moguel offers laser-assisted gum therapy and minor osseous surgery to eliminate deep bacterial pockets and regenerate lost tissue. Because gums and bone are Dr. Moguel's primary medical specialty, he can precisely restore the health of your periodontal foundation, ensuring your mouth is clean and disease-free. Patients traveling to our Los Algodones clinic save up to 70% on specialized periodontal treatments compared to US rates, enjoying world-class care and guaranteeing a safe, successful start to their dental implant journey.
Our gum treatments are not only highly effective but are designed with patient comfort in mind. Utilizing state-of-the-art dental lasers, we can target and eliminate harmful bacteria while leaving healthy tissues untouched. This leads to less bleeding, no need for stitches, and incredibly fast healing times, allowing you to move forward with your dental implant plans without delay.
