Bruce A Boretsky, DMD

Collectively, our staff has over 70 years of experience in the dental field, allowing us to provide the high level of patient care you deserve. This wealth of experience is constantly supplemented by our commitment to continuing education, which allows us to enhance our clinical and management skills.

Periodontal disease affects the gums and supporting structures of the teeth. According to the American Dental Association, at least 60% of adults in the United States have moderate-to-severe periodontal disease! In a recent survey, 63% of Americans age 18 and older exhibited some gingival bleeding (bleeding of the gums).

Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the type and severity of the disease. Dr. Boretsky and his hygiene staff will evaluate you for periodontal disease and recommend the appropriate treatment. Periodontal disease progresses as the sulcus (pocket or space) between the tooth and gums gets filled with bacteria, plaque, and tartar causing irritation to the surrounding tissues.

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Scaling and Root Planing is a common non-surgical treatment for periodontal disease. By using special instruments, Dr. Boretsky removes bacteria and infection from the unhealthy deep pockets around the teeth below the gum line. This is often referred to as a "deep cleaning". Then the root is planed or smoothed to eliminate any rough areas on the root that can easily trap plaque and bacteria.