Commack Dentist Gum Disease Treatment

My Gums Bleed, and My Breath is Bad. Can You Help?

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Your teeth may be on display when you smile, but the gum and bone tissue underneath is what supports it. That’s why it’s important to keep both healthy, and why gum disease in particular can cause serious problems for your oral wellbeing. Do your gums seem noticeably red, swollen, or tender to the touch? Is your breath noticeable enough that it’s causing you to feel embarrassed or like you can’t talk freely with those around you without fear? These are common signs of an infection that needs attention fast.

Whatever symptoms you’re facing, the most important thing to remember is that you, your smile, and your confidence can all recover from this – you may just need a little help.

At Silfa Dental, our team understands the ways in which gum disease works and offers several solutions (depending on severity) for restoring your smile’s essential foundation. We want to give you a care experience that feels welcoming, relaxing, knowledgeable, and ultimately life-changing in the best way possible.

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Dr. Publio Silfa

Who Is Dr. Silfa?

As a third-generation dentist with over two full decades of experience and counting, Dr. Silfa understands how important every last part of the smile is to the overall picture. He knows that you may feel worried or embarrassed to reach out for help at first, but rest assured that all he wants is to help you feel better – no shame required.

At his practice, treating gum disease can be the amazing first step towards rebuilding lost teeth with implants, undergoing a cosmetic makeover, or whatever you may need to live the life you want and deserve.

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Why Patients with Gum Disease & Bad Breath Choose Silfa Dental

  • For gum disease treatment, no tool is more comfortable or less invasive than our state-of-the-art soft tissue laser. This technology targets dangerous bacteria in your mouth while keeping unpleasant side effects like bleeding and swelling to a minimum. Your recovery will be easier too!

  • Do you struggle with anxiety in the dental chair? Don’t worry – our team offers multiple sedation dentistry choices at varying strengths. This helps us prioritize your comfort while also creating a safe, relaxed environment for your gum disease care to continue smoothly.

  • When it comes to your visit, we hope you’ll be glad to hear that our team doesn’t believe in rushing. We want to hear your concerns, answer your questions, and understand your goals before any actual treatment begins. Everyone will move at your pace, and you can always ask us to stop or pause what we’re doing.

Our Recommended Services for Patients with Gum Disease

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Not Sure About Paying?

We Can Walk Through the Options

Paying the bill at the end of your dental visit doesn’t have to be an overwhelming or nerve-wracking experience. Our team wants to walk you through all the options we have and help you find the one that best fits your situation and budget.

  • Financing through trusted platforms like Cherry and CareCredit. Depending on the plan you choose, you can split up the cost of bigger treatment plans over multiple months with little to no interest added on.
  • In-house dental wellness plan. If you don’t have traditional insurance, this plan offers many valuable benefits (covered cleanings and exams, a 10% discount on most services, etc.) for a flat monthly fee.
  • An experienced and compassionate team that’s always here to talk through your choices. We want to help you put your uncomfortable symptoms safely in the past. If you need some help figuring out what type of payment best fits your budget, we are here for you.

You don’t have to accept bleeding gums or chronic bad breath as parts of your life forever. Lasting relief and improved oral health are possible with the right dental team in your corner. You are always welcome at Silfa Dental, so please contact us today to schedule a visit or if you’d simply like to visit our team, meet Dr. Silfa, or ask any questions.

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