Biological Periodontal Therapy
Periodontal Disease
The traditional method of treating periodontal (gum) disease is simply to clean the teeth and roots; if that fails, perform surgery. At Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, we begin with a thorough cleaning, followed by ozone treatments. This method eliminates the bacteria that cause gum disease, without surgery.
Ozone therapy
Ozone Therapy
When ozone is applied, it causes what is known as a transient oxidative burst. This reaction is harmless to you, but kills infective microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa. Ozone therapy is used in the treatment of periodontal disease, as well ad sterilizing the tooth after decay is removed, or after an extraction. It can be injected to treat infection in the bone. We have experienced phenomenal results from ozone treatment, eliminating infection, reducing healing time, and even promoting bone recovery for some guests.
Oral hygiene
Hydro Floss – This hydromagnetic oral irrigation system is designed to complement flossing, or be used as an alternative if necessary. Two separate double-blind studies have proven that this system reduces calculus 44 to 64 percent.
Dental Herb Company® – This is a full line of dental hygiene products (antiseptic mouth rinse, antiseptic gum irrigant, toothpaste, and breath freshener), made from organic or wildcrafted tinctures and essential oils. They are free of alcohol, sweeteners, and chemical preservatives.
It's time to begin your journey to a healthy, beautiful smile – call Palmer Distinctive Dentistry (864) 879-6494 today.
Karyn, RDH, explains
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What is Biological Periodontal Therapy? - Dr. John Palmer
Basically, it's non-invasive and non-surgical gum therapy. Gum disease is caused by bacteria, viruses, and other things that cause disease that are in the biosystem (the microcosm), and the only way to really get into that microcosm is to use an oxidizing agent. So, we use ozone. Ozone is oxygen with an extra molecule attached to it and is supplied as a gas we create here in our office, and immediately when placed into the tissue where the infection is, it mainly goes into the solution. And that solution forms peroxides, it forms nitric oxides, and all these natural things the body does anyway is what kills the bacteria. We have a series of treatments depending on the severity of the disease, and we have seen great success in treating periodontal disease without having surgery done. We have been doing that treatment here for probably 20 years and it is just unbelievable, the success rates we’ve had.
Palmer Distinctive Dentistry
John J. Palmer, DMD
Dr. John J. Palmer, founder of Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, has been transforming smiles since 1983. A top graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry, he is a pioneer in integrating biocompatible materials and advanced techniques like CEREC technology. Dr. Palmer is a Board Certified Naturopathic Physician and holds mastership with the International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) in addition to being a member of Omicron Upsilon Dental Honor Society, International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine, Holistic Dental Association, and the International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists.
Debra G. Adams, DMD
Dr. Debra G. Adams joined Palmer Distinctive Dentistry in 2018. She received her Bachelor of Science from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL, and worked as a dental assistant before graduating from dental school at the University of Alabama, Birmingham in 2003. Dr Adams is SMART certified through the IAOMT and is trained in Ozone Therapy, with expertise in cosmetic dentistry and extractions from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and experience with pediatric, geriatric, and special needs dentistry.
Ashley Hurley, DMD
Dr. Ashley Hurley has been in private practice since 2020 and joined our Palmer Distinctive Dentistry holistic dental office as a Dental Associate. Dr. Hurley earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (2012-2015), a certificate from the LECOM post-baccalaureate program, and her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine in 2020. Dr. Hurley has worked on multiple scientific projects. She has also volunteered in various ways for community service over the years and aims to positively impact the Upstate community with trustworthy, compassionate care.
