6400 Cobbs, Ste 600
Waco ,TX 76710
Current Patients(254) 776-6350
New Patients (254) 382-3450
Monday: 8AM - 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 8AM - 12PM
Thursday: 8AM - 5PM
Friday: 8AM - 12PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
One of the most incredible advancements in the area of dental technologies is the laser. At our periodontal office, we regularly use lasers to perform many different treatments, including laser gum surgery. Laser gum surgery is the process whereby diseased, infected gum tissues are comfortably removed in the periodontal pockets that are formed between the teeth and gums. One of the biggest benefits of laser gum surgery is that it is minimally invasive, requiring no scalpels or sutures. Plus, the results are outstanding.
Laser gum surgery can also be used to renew the contours and appearance of gum tissues that have been affected by gum disease. To find out more about our laser gum therapy options, call the periodontal office of Dr. Jones in Waco at 254.776.6350.
A dental bone grafting procedure is often necessary for people who have had bone loss due to advanced, untreated gum disease. Bone grafting typically is a precursor to having dental implants placed. During bone grafting, the periodontist will take bone matter from another part of the mouth, or from a human or animal donor, and graft it to the bone in the jaw. After several months, the bones should fuse together, providing a strong anchor for dental implants.
Bone grafting is a procedure that needs to be handled by a professional who has received extensive training. Dr. Jones is highly credentialed and can offer bone grafting services to patients who require this type of treatment. Additionally, he provides in-house guided tissue regeneration, which utilizes artificial membranes to encourage new bone to grow by creating a barrier between the soft tissues and the bone graft site. Guided tissue regeneration is a practical, proven way to give bones the chance to properly heal.
In addition to bone grafting, guided tissue regeneration, and laser gum therapy services, Dr. Jones regularly conducts the following types of treatments:
Gingivectomy – During a gingivectomy, the gingiva (gums) are surgically moved to reduce the depth of periodontal pockets and encourage regeneration and reattachment of the soft tissues to the teeth. Sometimes, a gingivectomy is not the best option if your gums can be preserved without the need for surgical intervention.
Gum Grafting – This process uses existing gum tissues to add length and/or depth to gum tissues that have been affected by problems such as gum disease. Gum grafting is a safe procedure and can transform the appearance and function of your mouth.
Your periodontist in Waco, TX, Dr. J. Scott Jones is only a phone call away at 254.776.6350. Contact us now to schedule periodontal services for you or a loved one. I have been a patient of Dr Jones for 28 years. DR Jones and his staff are great. They explain all procedure options thoroughly and follow up after any procedure to make sure their patients are doing OK. My husband is now also a patient of Dr Jones. I tell everyone who tells me that they may need to see a periodontist, have their general dentist to get them in to see Dr Jones."
— Denise Hegefed
I have been going to Dr. Jones office for over 11 years. After my initial periodontal surgery, they have helped me keep my gums in good shape.
— Bettie Smith
Tammy Gorman
— Anonymous
Superior service , friendly staff, and my mouth has never felt better!!
— Tina Hutyra
