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Forty-seven percent of adults over thirty have some form of gum disease (CDC). Most don't know. The body knows, and the link to cardiovascular health, diabetes, and inflammation is too clear to ignore.

Periodontal Treatment in Stephenville, TX

Comprehensive evaluation, scaling and root planing, and the AAOSH-trained perspective that connects gum health to whole-body health. Dr. Stephen LaDuque.

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Whole-body, gum-aware care

AAOSH-trained
Inflammation as a systemic concern
Pocket charting
Documented every visit
3-4 month recall
Maintenance halts progression
PT and MD coordination
Systemic referrals when indicated

Why patients choose Dental Excellence for periodontal care

A different lens

Most general dentists treat gum disease as an oral problem. AAOSH-trained care treats it as the inflammatory marker it is, connected to cardiovascular health, blood sugar, and pregnancy outcomes.

Periodontal charting

Probing depths recorded at every visit. We track changes over time so we catch progression early, before the irreversible bone loss.

Conservative first

Non-surgical scaling and root planing handles most cases. Surgical referral only when pocket depths or bone loss exceed what non-surgical can resolve.

Maintenance commitment

After initial treatment, every 3-4 months for life. The patients who stick with it keep their teeth, the ones who lapse to twice-yearly cleanings often don't.

The periodontal treatment continuum

Different stages of gum disease need different intervention. Here's how we map the case to the right treatment level.

Gingivitis (Reversible)

Bleeding gums, mild redness, no bone loss. Treated with thorough cleaning, home-care coaching, and 6-month recall. Reversible if caught early.

Moderate Periodontitis

Pockets 4-6mm, mild-to-moderate bone loss. Treated with scaling and root planing per quadrant, often with localized antibiotics. 3-4 month maintenance afterward.

Advanced Periodontitis

Pockets >7mm, significant bone loss, mobile teeth. We refer to a board-certified periodontist for surgical evaluation. Often requires combined surgical and non-surgical work.

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Common periodontal questions

What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is gum-and-bone infection driven by bacteria below the gumline. Early stage (gingivitis) is reversible with cleaning. Advanced stage (periodontitis) destroys bone and is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. Linked clinically to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and inflammation.
How do I know if I have it?
Bleeding gums when brushing, persistent bad breath, gum recession, loose teeth, sensitivity at the gumline, or pus around teeth. The CDC estimates 47% of adults over 30 have some form of periodontal disease, many don't know.
How much does periodontal treatment cost?
Scaling and root planing (deep cleaning, the standard treatment for moderate disease) runs $200-$400 per quadrant, most cases need 2-4 quadrants. Most insurance covers 50-80% with documented diagnosis. Periodontal maintenance visits afterward run $130-$200 every 3-4 months.
Does it hurt?
Deep cleaning typically requires local anesthetic for comfort. Some sensitivity for 1-2 weeks after is common. Periodontal maintenance visits afterward are no more uncomfortable than routine cleanings.
Why does Dental Excellence approach periodontal care differently?
AAOSH training means we evaluate gum disease as a whole-body issue, not just an oral one. Inflammation in the gums correlates with cardiovascular risk, blood-sugar control, and pregnancy outcomes. We coordinate care with your primary physician when systemic factors are at play.
Will I need surgery?
For severe cases (pockets >7mm, bone loss exceeding 50%), sometimes yes. We refer to a periodontist for surgical cases. For most cases, non-surgical scaling and root planing plus diligent maintenance halts progression.

Stop the slow loss before it becomes the fast loss.

A periodontal evaluation tells us where you are on the disease continuum. Catching gingivitis prevents the work that costs thousands later.

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