Periodontal Care in Broomfield CO
Our team believes that the role we play in helping prevent periodontal disease is extremely important—not just for your oral health – but also for your overall health. Periodontal disease is the number one reason for tooth loss, but it’s also linked to serious health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes.
Prevention is our Goal
Our goal is to do everything we can to prevent periodontal disease. Part of that goal includes educating you, our patient, on what you can do to prevent and treat periodontal disease at home. Regular dental cleanings with our skilled and knowledgeable hygienists are a part of that plan as well. If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, we will help you keep the condition under control and prevent the disease from progressing. Various medications and laser therapy are available to help prevent disease progression, and we are happy to discuss these with you as part of your treatment plan. It’s never too late to practice good oral hygiene habits, and these good habits are a crucial part of treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Periodontal disease can affect anyone.
Symptoms of Periodontal Disease:
- Persistent bad breath
- Swollen or red gums
- Gums that bleed or are tender
- Sensitivity
- Loose teeth
- Receding gums
- Pain while chewing
At Fleischmann Family Dentistry, one of our primary missions is to prevent periodontal disease or slow down existing periodontal disease. Periodontal disease leads to tooth loss and is linked to a number of serious health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. Our dental hygienists are well-educated in periodontal disease prevention and are happy to help you improve your brushing and flossing technique.
Contact Us
Call our office today to schedule a cleaning and examination.
Our Team
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Dr. Dave Fleischmann DDS
View MoreDr. Dave received a BS in Biology from the University of Illinois in 1990 and then returned to his home state of Nebraska where he attended the University of Nebraska Medical Center. There, he received …
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Dr. Elizabeth (Minard) Barbera DDS, FAGD
View MoreAs a Wisconsin Native (Go PACK!), I did my undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and then attended Marquette University School of Dentistry, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2014. In 2020, l …