Vancouver Gum Disease Dentist:
Dr. Peter Kim - General Dentist

Philosophy:

To provide the highest quality implant dentistry in the most comfortable and affordable way possible, using the latest in technology.

Service Areas:

Burnaby - New Westminster - Coquitlam - Vancouver - Port Coquitlam

Vancouver Gum Disease Treatment: Identify and Treat It Early

Why see a dentist like Peter Kim, Peter Kim DMD in Vancouver? What kind of gum disease treatment options can he offer? What would the effects of periodontal (gum) disease be on your mouth and body if you neglect your gums?

At Peter Kim DMD we know that the most common cause of gum disease is trapped bacteria, and that regular periodontal treatment can prevent not only reoccurring or new cases of gum disease, it can even prevent heart attacks brought on by this potentially invasive bacterial infection. It can also help prevent bone loss or decay in the mouth! Dr. Kim has had extensive training and experience to offer the latest and most effective gum disease treatment options.

Bleeding gums, bad breath, loose teeth, and pockets (extra space between teeth and gums) are just a few signs of gum disease such as gingivitis. Dr. Kim can offer you non-surgical gum disease treatment options such as scaling and root planing (removing plaque from deep pockets or abscesses) which, as bacteria and plaque will continue to build over time, require regular appointments to avoid full-scale gingivitis. If the gum disease is very extensive or the pockets lend themselves to quick infection or decay, Dr. Peter Kim may suggest periodontal surgery to correct these spaces and/or regrow any missing bone matter.

Complete the online form or call Peter Kim DMD - whatever's most convenient for you - to set up a gum disease treatment appointment with Dr. Peter Kim today! Gum disease is too invasive a problem - not only for your mouth, but for your body as well - to put off making an appointment any longer. Dr. Kim can help you achieve a beautiful smile!

Gum disease such as gingivitis can oftentimes be a "silent" invader - even a silent killer - that leads to bleeding gums, bad breath, bone loss in the jaw, or even heart attacks. Regular screenings at our Vancouver office to prevent infected gums and regular treatment of already infected gums are essential to your health!

Financial Arrangements:

At Peter Kim DMD our goal is to maximize your insurance benefits and make any remaining balance easily affordable. If you have any questions regarding your insurance benefits, please don't hesitate to call our office at (604) 526-2725 to review your concerns. Our fees are based on the quality of the materials we use and our experience in performing your needed treatment. If you would like to review these financial arrangement options with one of our team members in advance of treatment, please call (604) 526-2725.

Benefits:

• Your comfort is our first concern
• Sleep dentistry and I.V. Sedation
• Natural-looking bridges & implants
• IMPLANTS - the alternative to dentures
• Friendly, caring staff
• Experience no pain, no memory
• Dental care while you sleep
• Credit cards accepted
• Affordable fees

Credentials:

• Fellow - Misch Implant Institute
• Fellow - American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Faculty Member - Pacific Implant Institute
• Diplomate - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
• Board Certified - American Board of Oral Implantology

Special Offers:

Please call me to schedule a no-charge appointment to review how you can help me achieve the youthful, good looking smile I have always wanted and deserve.

Office Hours:

Location:

Peter Kim DMD is located at 6th and 10th Street, in the Burnaby Medical Building.

The doctors at Peter Kim DMD are licensed to perform all listed services as general dentists. Our providers are not specialists in family, crowns, gum disease, sedation, prosthodontics, orthodontics, endodontics, cosmetic, whitening, implants or non-specialty interest areas that require specific educational training to advertise this service.

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