Periodontal diseases are inflammatory diseases. Dr. Brookover uses highly specific, advanced screening to identify 88 different pathogens to assist in customizing treatment for each patient.

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Periodontal disease is common. In addition to damaging the soft tissues and bone structures that support your teeth, scientific research has shown that the oral infections associated with periodontal disease are linked to a number of serious systemic health conditions, including:

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• Cardiovascular disease and heart attack.

• Bacterial infection of the heart.

• Stroke.

• Bacterial pneumonia.

• Diabetes mellitus.

• Low birth weight.

• Exacerbation of autoimmune disease.

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​Dr. Brookover uses advanced techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of this condition, including our perio protect system.