Periodontal Care in Zionsville, IN
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Understanding Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss and has been linked to more severe health issues, including heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Our goal is to provide comprehensive care that not only addresses the symptoms of gum disease but also its root causes, ensuring a healthier mouth and body.
The Impact of Gum Disease on Your Overall Health
Gum disease is not just a dental issue; it's a health concern that can significantly impact your overall physical wellness. The bacteria that cause gum disease can enter your bloodstream, potentially affecting your heart, brain, and other parts of your body. By treating gum disease, we can help protect your entire body from its potential systemic effects.
The Benefits of Professional Periodontal Care
Our periodontal services are designed to:
- Prevent Gum Disease: Regular check-ups and cleanings to prevent gum disease before it starts.
- Treat Existing Conditions: Advanced treatments for all stages of gum disease, from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis.
- Preserve Your Natural Teeth: Solutions aimed at saving your natural teeth, enhancing your smile, and improving your bite.
- Improve Overall Health: By treating gum disease, we help reduce the risk of associated systemic health issues.
Signs You Need Periodontal Care
It's essential to recognize the signs of gum disease early. If you experience any of the following, it’s time to visit Midwest Dental Specialists:
- Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing
- Swollen, red, or tender gums
- Persistent bad breath or bad taste in your mouth
- Receding gums or longer appearing teeth
- Loose or shifting teeth
Our Periodontal Services
At Midwest Dental Specialists, we offer a wide range of periodontal services tailored to meet the needs of our patients. Our treatments are designed to halt the progression of gum disease, repair damage, and prevent its recurrence, using the latest techniques and technologies for the best outcomes.
Dental Implants
LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure)
Gum Graft Surgery
Dental Crown Lengthening
Root Surface Debridement
Pocket Reduction
Osseous Surgery
Ridge Augmentation & Preservation
Regenerative Procedures
Sinus Lift
Scaling and Root Planing
Gingivectomy
Our Technology
In our commitment to excellence, we leverage cutting-edge technology to enhance accuracy, comfort, and outcomes for our patients. Discover how our premier technology supports our dedication to your oral health:
iTero 3D Scanner
3D CBCT Machine
The Midwest Dental Specialists Advantage
Specialized Expertise
Personalized Care
Patient Comfort and Satisfaction
Frequently Asked Questions
How does LANAP differ from traditional gum surgery?
Unlike traditional gum surgery, which often requires cutting and suturing, LANAP uses laser technology to specifically target and remove only the diseased gum tissue. This approach minimizes pain, reduces recovery time, and often results in less gum recession and better preservation of healthy tissue.
What is LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) periodontal treatment?
LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is a periodontal treatment is a minimally invasive laser therapy used to treat gum disease without the need for cutting or sutures. Utilizing a specialized laser, LANAP targets and removes diseased tissue while preserving healthy gum tissue, promoting regeneration and attachment around the teeth.
Why choose Midwest Dental Specialists for periodontal care?
Midwest Dental Specialists in Zionsville, IN, offers expert periodontal care using advanced technology and personalized treatment plans. Our dedicated team focuses on patient comfort and well-being, ensuring the best outcomes for your oral and overall health.
What can I do to prevent periodontal disease?
Prevention includes maintaining good oral hygiene practices, such as brushing twice a day, flossing daily, eating a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco, and visiting your dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings.
How does laser treatment work for gum disease?
Laser treatment targets and removes diseased gum tissue without cutting into healthy tissue. It reduces bleeding, swelling, and discomfort, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional surgery.
What are gum grafts, and when are they needed?
Gum grafts involve taking tissue from one part of the mouth and attaching it to an area affected by gum recession. They're used to protect the roots of teeth from decay and sensitivity and improve the appearance of the gum line.
What is scaling and root planing?
Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning procedure where tartar, plaque, and toxins are removed from above and below the gum line, and rough spots on tooth root surfaces are smoothed.
Can periodontal disease cause tooth loss?
Yes, if left untreated, periodontal disease can progress to the point where it undermines the support structures of the teeth, potentially leading to tooth loss.
How often should I visit a periodontist?
If you have been diagnosed with periodontal disease or are at high risk, your periodontist might recommend more frequent visits, possibly every 3-4 months, for maintenance and monitoring.
Is periodontal disease reversible?
Early stages of gum disease, known as gingivitis, are reversible with professional treatment and good oral hygiene. However, more advanced stages require more complex treatments to manage the condition and prevent further damage.
What treatments are available for periodontal disease?
Treatment options range from non-surgical therapies like scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) to surgical procedures such as flap surgery, gum grafts, and laser treatments. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the disease.
How can periodontal disease affect my overall health?
Research suggests a link between periodontal disease and other health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. The inflammation associated with gum disease may have a role in these systemic health issues.
What are the signs of periodontal disease?
Common signs include swollen, red, or tender gums, bleeding while brushing or flossing, persistent bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, and changes in the way teeth fit together when biting.
What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection of the gums and surrounding tissues that support your teeth. It is typically caused by plaque buildup and can lead to tooth loss if not treated.
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Dr. Mariana Mambrini Soldatelli
With a warm smile and a passion fortransformative dental care, Dr. Mariana Soldatelli is not just a dentist; she'sa part of a family deeply rooted in the world of dentistry. From her mother toher sister and husband, they each bring their unique dental specialty to thetable, making dental discussions a family affair.
Dr. Soldatelli's journey in dentistry began atthe ULBRA-RS School of Dentistry in Brazil, where she earned her DDS in 2006.Her commitment to excellence didn’t stop there. In 2008, she completed apost-graduate program in Prosthodontics at the same university, a field whereart meets science in the creation of beautiful smiles.
Ever the lifelong learner, Dr. Soldatelli has traveledboth nationally and internationally, immersing herself in continuous educationcourses and advanced programs. Her dedication to mastering the art ofrestorative and esthetic dentistry has given her a unique perspective onintegrated treatment planning, esthetics, and implant-supported restorations.
More about Dr. Soldatelli
Dr. Soldatelli's career is a testament to herdedication to the functional and aesthetic rehabilitation of adult patients.She has honed her skills in an interdisciplinary clinic setting, workingalongside various specialists. Her expertise spans comprehensive treatmentplanning, including Digital Smile Design, clinical photography, and detailedcollaboration with dental technicians. She's particularly skilled in restoringimplants, managing everything from immediate loading of single implants tocomplex full arch cases, always with an eye for esthetic perfection.
In 2017, Dr. Soldatelli brought her talents toIndiana, where she further expanded her expertise with a residency inProsthodontics at IUSD, completed in 2022. This experience enabled her toembrace the most modern digital workflows and treat a diverse range of patientneeds in Oral Rehabilitation and Esthetics. Her academic excellence wasrecognized through multiple awards, including the prestigious JFJ Society -2020 Lester Furnas Scholarship for the highest GPA during her residency, the2022 JFJ Scholarship Award, and the JFJ Society - 2022 Russel Winfield LehmanScholarship.
Beyond her clinical and academic pursuits, Dr.Soldatelli is an active member of the ITI – International Team forImplantology, the Women International Network, and the American College ofProsthodontics. These memberships reflect her commitment to staying at theforefront of her field and connecting with peers globally.
At the heart of Dr. Soldatelli’s practice is acommitment to excellence in patient care, adopting a conservative yetintegrated approach. She strives for the best outcomes with a focus onlong-term prognosis, ensuring every patient leaves with a smile that is notonly beautiful but lasting. With Dr. Soldatelli, you're not just getting atreatment; you're getting a partner in your dental health journey.
Dr. Justin J. Villanueva
I grew up in a dental family in the west suburbs of Chicago. I knew as a child that I was either going to be a dentist or join the army. In my first semester of college, 9/11 happened, so I put my schooling aside and enlisted into the U.S. Army. I spent three years in the army and was honorably medically discharged due to injuries I sustained while in combat. This put my dental career on hold for a while, but I was able to work in the dental field for about eight years before I was able to go to dental school. During that time, I married my junior high school sweetheart, Jaime, and we had two beautiful daughters, Rylan and Reese.
l attended Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Downers Grove, Illinois, my hometown! My wife and l also had our third child, our baby boy Roman. My father unexpectedly passed away in my final years of dental school, and I inherited his private practice office. I then came to Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis to complete my residency in periodontics. I’ve had the privilege and honor to travel and work with the greatest and most world-renowned dental implant surgeons and restorative specialists from Switzerland, Australia, Japan, Brazil, and, of course, the U.S.
During my residency, we had an unplanned Hoosier blessing, our most dramatic daughter, Raegan. We never thought we would leave our hometown and Chicago family, but the Indiana community has given us such a home feel that we decided to make our lives here. Jaime was a grade school teacher prior to having children, and she often says, “This is what a community is supposed to be like.”
I don't really have “free time,” but if I did, I imagine I would spend it with family, traveling and napping on the nicest beaches on earth. I'm an avid football fan. I do like the Colts, and while I probably shouldn't admit this, I'm a die-hard Chicago Bears fan, and that will not fade with time! The 2006 Super Bowl against the Colts still hurts a little, although I am glad Peyton Manning was able to get his ring here. I look forward to this next chapter of my life and the opportunity to serve this community for many years to come!
More about Dr. Villanueva
EDUCATION:
- 2019: Indiana University School of Dentistry, M.S.D.
- 2019: Indiana University School of Dentistry, Specialty Certificate in Periodontics and Dental Implant Surgery
- 2016: Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine — Illinois, D.M.D.
- 2012: Benedictine University, B.S. in Health Sciences
- 2005: Ross-Hulman Institute of Technology, D.H.L.
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:
- American Dental Association
- Indiana Dental Association
- Illinois State Dental Society
- Chicago Dental Society — West Suburban Branch
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Midwest Society of Periodontology