From your first evaluation to long-term maintenance, practices in the Hudson Periodontics network provide the full range of treatment for gum health and tooth replacement.
Gum disease treatment
Periodontal (gum) disease is a bacterial infection of the tissue and bone that support your teeth. Treatment is matched to how far it has progressed:
Scaling & root planing: a comfortable deep cleaning below the gum line that removes plaque, tartar, and infected tissue
Antibiotic therapy: targeted medication placed in periodontal pockets to control infection
Pocket reduction surgery: for advanced cases, reshaping tissue and bone so gums reattach snugly to teeth
Regenerative procedures: bone grafts and membranes that encourage lost bone to rebuild
Dental implants
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth with a small titanium post, topped by a natural-looking crown. Because periodontists specialize in the gums and jawbone, they are uniquely qualified to place implants that last.
Single-tooth and multiple-tooth implants
Implant-supported dentures and full-arch solutions
Bone grafting and sinus lifts to prepare the implant site
Salvage and repair of failing implants
Gum grafting & recession care
Receding gums expose sensitive roots, make teeth look longer, and put them at risk. Grafting restores healthy tissue coverage.
Connective tissue and free gingival grafts
Treatment for root sensitivity caused by recession
Cosmetic gum contouring for a balanced smile line
Crown lengthening in preparation for restorative work
Periodontal maintenance
After active treatment, ongoing maintenance keeps gum disease from returning. Maintenance visits go deeper than a standard cleaning and track your gum health over time.
Cleanings on a 3–4 month schedule tailored to you
Pocket-depth measurement and charting at every visit
Coordination with your general dentist's routine care
Oral cancer screening and home-care coaching
This page is for general education and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis. Availability of specific procedures varies by practice, so contact a network location to confirm the care you need.
Common questions
Periodontal care, explained
Do I need a referral to see a periodontist?
No referral is required. Many patients are referred by their general dentist, but you can contact any practice in our network directly to schedule an evaluation.
Is gum disease reversible?
Gingivitis, the earliest stage, is usually reversible with professional cleaning and good home care. More advanced periodontitis can be stopped and managed, though lost bone and tissue may require regenerative or grafting procedures to restore.
How long do dental implants last?
With healthy gums, good oral hygiene, and regular maintenance visits, dental implants routinely last decades. The crown attached to an implant may need replacement over time due to normal wear.
Does periodontal treatment hurt?
Modern periodontal care is far more comfortable than most patients expect. Local anesthetic is used for deep cleanings and surgical procedures, and many network practices offer additional comfort and sedation options.