Why Is My Dentist Sending Me To a Ft. Lauderdale Periodontist?

So your dentist that you’ve been going to see for a long time is now referring you to a specialist – a periodontist – and now you have some questions.

Well, it happens pretty frequently with patients and is completely normal. Naturally, you’ll want to know why.

Dental patients with gum disease and periodontal infections often have lowered resistance to the bacteria that causes the infections. This causes continuing and ongoing infections which can accelerate very quickly in some people. And that’s not good!

When you have a ‘burst’ of infectious growth or when there is an indication that this may occur, periodontal treatment may be recommended. Periodontists like Dr. DeTure have advanced training in the treatment of periodontal disease, so your general dentist will refer you when he or she feels that the disease has progressed beyond their capabilities of treatment and feel as though you might be better treated by us.

Some factors which can cause a dramatic exacerbation of your periodontal disease are:

• Poor Oral Hygiene
• Smoking
• Genetic factors
• Stress
• Diet
• Age
• Illness
• Lack of regular dental cleanings

Speak with a Ft. Lauderdale Periodontist Today about Gum Disease

If you have questions for a periodontist – what we do, how we can help your smile or how we treat gum disease – please contact our offices. We’d be happy to talk more with you!

Deerfield Beach office: (954) 427-5700