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There are 83 Periodontics Practitioners in Seattle, WA and 42% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Popular hospitals in the area include Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake and Swedish First Hill Campus.
Seattle is considered one of the healthiest cities in the nation. Some of Washington’s best hospitals are located in Seattle, including University of Washington Medical Center. Other hospitals in the area include EvergreenHealth Kirkland and Overlake Medical Center. Seattle Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the area. Veterans have access to the VA Puget Sound Healthcare System. Washington Healthcare Access Alliance is a resource that helps people find free community health clinics.
Seattle’s Top-Rated Facilities
U.S. News ranks University of Washington Medical Center #1 in Seattle and Washington. It ranks nationally in seven adult specialties, including:
#7 in Diabetes & Endocrinology
#35 Gynecology
Offering some of the best children’s care in the northwest is Seattle Children’s Hospital. It ranks nationally in 10 children’s specialties, including:
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?
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?
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
antibiotics: medications used to treat gum and tooth infections
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?
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?
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?
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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