Periodontics & Gum Health

Healthy gums support a healthy smile

Gum disease affects the tissues and bone that support your teeth. Bleeding, persistent bad breath, gum recession, or loose teeth deserve an evaluation. Silverlake Dental Group's board-certified periodontist, Dr. Nathan Eshoiee, provides specialist gum care alongside Dr. Joshua Barkhordar and the rest of our dental team.

Understand the cause

We examine your gums, measure the spaces around your teeth, and review imaging when needed to assess bone support. Your medical history, medications, smoking, and home-care habits can also influence gum health. These findings help us distinguish early gum inflammation from more advanced periodontal disease.

A plan for treatment and maintenance

Care may include improved daily cleaning, scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, or specialist procedures such as gum grafting and bone regeneration. The recommendation depends on your condition and goals. Treatment helps control disease, but ongoing care matters too. We explain how to clean difficult areas at home and recommend follow-up intervals suited to your needs.

Plan your visit

Call 323-922-6016 or request an appointment at Silverlake Dental Group on Glendale Boulevard in Silver Lake. We explain your options, comfort needs, and next steps before treatment.

This content is for general information only and isn't dental or medical advice. Talk with a qualified provider about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.