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There are 27 Periodontics Practitioners in Virginia Beach, VA and 52% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Popular hospitals in the area include Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital.
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Healthcare at a Glance in Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach residents can find healthcare in their local and surrounding regional areas. Locally, general care is available through the Sentara Princess Anne Hospital. In neighboring cities like Norfolk, the Sentara Norfolk General Hospital and the Sentara Leigh Hospital are more extensive healthcare facilities. Likewise, children’s care is provided through the Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters in Norfolk. Veterans have access to many VA clinics in the local and surrounding area, such as the Virginia Beach VA Clinic.

Virginia Beach’s Top-Rated Facilities

U.S News rated the Sentara Norfolk General Hospital as #1 in the surrounding Virginia Beach area and #3 in the Virginia Tidewater region. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is ranked as a high performer in five adult specialties and 11 procedures/conditions, including:

  • lung cancer surgery
  • heart attack
  • diabetes

U.S. News ranks the Sentara Princess Anne Hospital as a high performers in two adult specialties and six different procedures/conditions, including:

  • kidney failure
  • stroke
  • pneumonia
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Periodontics Frequently Asked Questions

What is a periodontist?

A periodontist is a specialist who helps prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect the gums and bones of your mouth. They can also help you maintain healthy gums, provide gum health education, and help decide the placement of dental implants.

What conditions do periodontists treat?

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Periodontists are experts in treating gum diseases and the symptoms they cause, including:

  • gingivitis and periodontitis: an inflammation and bleeding of your gum tissue, usually caused by bacteria and improper oral hygiene
  • periodontal pockets: the spaces under your gumline that can be affected by bacteria, causing infection and even tooth loss
  • receding gums: shrinking of your gumline caused by various factors, including improper dental hygiene, diabetes, and more

You can contact your periodontist for a complete list of the conditions they treat.

What procedures do periodontists perform?

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Periodontists perform various procedures to help preserve and restore the health of your gums, including:

Imaging and tests

  • oral exams and cleaning: an examination of your dental health, including routine plaque and tartar removal
  • dental X-rays: images used to show the health and diseases in your gums and mouth

Nonsurgical treatments

Surgical treatments

  • dental implants: a procedure that involves replacing a broken or dead tooth with a titanium screw, known as an artificial root, and a dental crown
  • laser gum surgery: the use of a laser to cut diseased tissue, kill bacteria, and sterilize your gumline
  • periodontal surgery: the treatment of infected pockets that form beneath your gumline

Cosmetic procedures

  • dental bone graft: the use of synthetic bone to encourage new bone growth where it’s been lost as a result of gum disease
  • gum grafts: a procedure that uses existing gum tissue, usually from the roof of your mouth, to repair receding gums

You can contact your periodontist for a complete list of the procedures they perform.

When should I go to a periodontist?

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For most gum and tooth problems, you’ll go to your general dentist. Your general dentist may refer you to a periodontist if you have gum disease that requires more advanced treatment or if you’re at risk for tooth loss.

You should schedule an appointment with a periodontist if you have or are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

  • bleeding gums
  • gum inflammation
  • gums that are receding noticeably
  • pain around your gums when you brush your teeth

What should I expect from a periodontist appointment?

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Your first appointment with a periodontist will be similar to an appointment with your general dentist. They’ll ask questions about your medical history, conduct an oral examination, and take X-rays of your mouth to check for bone loss. It’s best to provide as much detail as possible during your exam. Include your past procedures, dental hygiene habits, medications you take, and any known conditions you have. Depending on your periodontist’s findings, they may recommend lifestyle changes, home treatments, and follow-up cleanings or appointments.

What questions should I ask my periodontist?

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It’s important to show up to your periodontist appointment prepared. To help you get started, we’ve created a good list of questions for you to ask:

  • What is periodontal disease?
  • What are the symptoms of gum disease?
  • How is gum disease treated?
  • Are there any cosmetic procedures I can get to fix my gumline?
  • Are there any procedures you recommend I get to treat my gum disease?
  • What lifestyle changes can I make at home to improve my gum health?
  • What happens if I do not replace a missing tooth?

You may use these questions as a starting point, but feel free to add your own. A good practice is to also ask for additional information and take notes during your appointment.

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