Looking for a gum doctor or specialist periodontist in Kent Town?
Dr Shin Chyuan Chen Periodontist & Associates provides specialist periodontal care from our clinic at 27 College Road, Kent Town, conveniently located close to the Adelaide CBD.
Dr Shin Chyuan Chen provides specialist assessment and treatment for gum disease, periodontitis, gum recession and complex periodontal conditions, together with dental implants and advanced periodontal procedures.
Periodontal health involves much more than the visible part of your gums. The tissues and bone surrounding your teeth play an important role in keeping your teeth stable and healthy.
Periodontal disease can damage these supporting structures over time.
You may benefit from seeing a periodontist if you are experiencing:
Some periodontal conditions can progress without significant pain, so symptoms such as persistent bleeding, recession or changes around the teeth should not be ignored.
“Gum doctor” is a common way of referring to a periodontist, a dental specialist focused on the diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases affecting the gums and structures supporting the teeth.
Periodontists undertake advanced training in periodontology and provide treatment for conditions ranging from gum disease and gum recession through to complex periodontal problems.
Periodontists are also involved in procedures including dental implant placement, periodontal surgery, soft tissue grafting and bone augmentation.
Dr Shin Chyuan Chen completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Adelaide before undertaking specialist postgraduate training in periodontology.
He completed his Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Periodontology at the University of Adelaide in 2005.
Dr Chen’s postgraduate research involved stem cell tissue engineering and periodontal tissue regeneration, and his research received an award from the Australian Periodontal Research Foundation.
His professional areas of interest include dental implants, guided tissue regeneration, mucogingival surgery and complex periodontal management.
Dr Chen has also contributed to periodontal education and previously served as Federal President of the Australian Society of Periodontology.
SPECIALIST CARE
Periodontal treatment aims to manage the bacterial deposits and inflammation associated with gum disease and protect the structures supporting the teeth.
Treatment recommendations depend on the severity and nature of the individual periodontal condition.
Non-surgical tooth debridement removes plaque and calculus from above and below the gum line, helping create conditions in which inflammation can resolve and the periodontal tissues can heal.
For certain conditions, surgical periodontal treatment may be recommended to access areas that cannot be adequately treated through non-surgical methods.
Gum recession can expose the roots of teeth and may contribute to sensitivity or aesthetic concerns. Dr Chen provides specialist assessment and soft tissue procedures for appropriate cases.
Soft tissue grafting can reinforce thin gum tissue and may be used in selected cases to treat areas affected by gum recession.
Dental implants replace the root portion of a missing tooth and can support a crown, bridge or denture. Specialist assessment is required to determine whether implant treatment is appropriate for the individual patient.
Patients who do not have sufficient supporting bone for dental implant placement may require additional bone augmentation. The practice provides a range of bone and sinus augmentation procedures.
Periodontal maintenance is particularly important following gum disease treatment.
After active periodontal treatment, an individual maintenance schedule may be recommended based on the condition of your gums and your susceptibility to future periodontal problems.
These appointments allow periodontal tissues to be monitored and provide an opportunity to reinforce effective oral hygiene techniques.
Dr Shin Chyuan Chen Periodontist & Associates
Our Kent Town clinic provides convenient access to specialist periodontal care for patients from Kent Town, Adelaide CBD and surrounding metropolitan Adelaide suburbs.
Appointments can be arranged by contacting our team on (08) 8263 8101.
Yes. Dr Shin Chyuan Chen Periodontist & Associates provides specialist periodontal care from 27 College Road, Kent Town SA 5067. Dr Shin Chyuan Chen is a specialist periodontist providing assessment and treatment for gum disease and complex periodontal conditions.
A periodontist is a dental specialist trained in diagnosing, treating and managing diseases affecting the gums and structures supporting the teeth. People searching for a “gum doctor” or “gum specialist” are commonly looking for a periodontist.
Periodontists treat conditions including gingivitis, periodontitis, gum recession and bone loss affecting the supporting structures of teeth. They can also provide dental implant treatment and various periodontal surgical procedures.
Advanced periodontal disease can damage the tissues and bone supporting the teeth. As this support is lost, affected teeth may become mobile or shift position. Specialist assessment can determine the severity of the periodontal condition and available treatment options.
Dr Shin Chyuan Chen’s periodontal services include soft tissue procedures for gum recession. Treatment depends on the cause, location and severity of the recession and may include soft tissue grafting in suitable cases.
Yes. Dental implants are among the specialist services provided by Dr Shin Chyuan Chen Periodontist & Associates. Dr Chen’s professional areas of interest include dental implants and associated periodontal procedures.
The Kent Town clinic is located at 27 College Road, Kent Town SA 5067. To arrange an appointment, call (08) 8263 8101.