Periodontist Long Island Shows Exams Are Nothing to Fear
Fear is as natural to mankind as breathing, beginning as early as a few days old. Loud noises startle infants, barking dogs make toddlers cry and the dark will keep the average preschooler awake at night. A recent poll conducted by the American Academy of Periodontology indicated an even larger fear shared by Americans, a trip to the Periodontist Long Island for periodontal treatment.
Ironically this fear seems to be completely unjustified with less than 10% of patients actually experiencing any discomfort with their treatments. Out of 164 Periodontists polled, three quarters of them indicated that the majority of their patients reported no discomfort at all during treatment.
For most the origin of their fear comes from hearing about a friend or family member’s bad experience from 10 or more years ago, however advances in treating periodontal disease more comfortably make these “old” claims null and void.
Periodontists throughout the United States have taken measures over the years to help ensure a more comfortable treatment for all involved including improved methods of anesthesia, less evasive treatment plans and a thorough understanding of their patients’ anxiety and individual needs.
Gum disease is nothing to ignore since it can eventually lead to the loss of all your teeth. So put your fears behind you and schedule a periodontal exam with a Periodontist Long Island right away.
For patients who want to be sure they are receiving a comfortable treatment call Dr. Scharf. He treats gum disease with a laser, not a scalpel, giving you an alternative to gum surgery. Call Dr. Scharf at 631-661-6633 or visit him on the web at http://drscharf.com.
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