JACK N. ZONAN, D.D.S., P.C.*
DANIEL J. ZONAN, D.D.S.

NON SURGICAL TREATMENT FOR
GUM DISEASE

PERIODONTAL STUDY The government's Medical Center for Health Services Research has released results of a "Cost Effectiveness Analysis of Periodontal Disease Control" described as one of the first studies to apply cost- effectiveness research to clinical dentistry. The center is part of the Department of Health and Human Services. The study evaluated costs and benefits of available treatment options for periodontal disease. It was based on a review of published randomized control trials concerning the relative effectiveness of periodontal treatments and estimates of tooth loss and side effects. In announcing completion of the study, the center said, "RESULTS SHOWED THAT PATIENTS TREATED WITH NONSURGICAL METHODS KEPT THEIR TEETH LONGER--AND SUFFERED FEWER SIDE EFFECTS SUCH AS PAIN AND POOR AESTHETICS FROM EXPOSED ROOTS--THAN THOSE TREATED BY MORE EXPENSIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES. JOURNAL OF DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN

ARE THESE YOUR CONCERNS?

• You have bleeding gums--halitosis (bad breath)
• Your gums are swollen--or more red than pink
• Your teeth are loose
• You have been told you need gum surgery and you want a second opinion
• You have had gum surgery and want to prevent a relapse
• You really care about the total health of your body
• You believe in preventive medicine and want to prevent the spread of this infection

This program uses a three-pronged approach: ASSESSMENT, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT. Essential to it is microscopic examination of plaque samples from your mouth to detect presence of disease-associated bacteria. Conservative non-surgical treatment is prescribed. Our staff health educator instructs each patient in a homecare program designed specifically for the individual by the doctor.

WHAT YOU HAVE TO GAIN:
When you participate in our program you may benefit in any or all of the following ways:

• prevent the onset of gum disease or control and arrest it
• avoid surgery
• prevent the spread of infection
• loose teeth tighten up
• notice a decrease in cavities from better oral care
• teeth get whiter

For FREE information and details about our Comprehensive Non- Surgical Program for treating periodontal disease--Come in, Write, Call or Fax.

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PREVENTIVE FAMILY COSMETIC BONDING NON-SURGICAL PERIODONTICS

CROWN & BRIDGE IMPLANTS ORTHODONTICS ENDODONTICS

NITROUS OXIDE ANALGESIA AVAILABLE

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The American Academy of Periodontology

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