Periodontal Technology – San Antonio, TX

Digital X-Rays

X-rays enable our team to see your teeth below the gum line where an infection might be hidden. Rather than using traditional film, our practice has long upgraded to fully digital X-rays. These are able to capture much sharper images and develop them in just seconds, allowing us to show you your own X-rays right in the treatment room. Even better, the process emits 90% less radiation than the old way, which is great news for our patients and our team!

CT/Cone Beam Scanner

When planning a more complicated procedure (like dental implant placement), we like to have as much information as possible about a patient’s dental anatomy, way more than what can be gained with a typical X-ray. With our CT/cone beam scanner, we’re able to generate a highly-detailed 3D X-ray model of a patient’s entire mouth and surrounding oral structures. Using this, Dr. Lorenzana can better personalize his approach for each patient to ensure their procedure is successful and is followed by an easy recovery.

PerioView™ Periodontal Endoscopy: Treating Gum Disease Without Surgery

In the past, treating advanced gum disease often required surgery so the doctor could access areas hidden deep beneath the gums. At Lorenzana Periodontics, we are committed to using the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques available. The PerioView™ Periodontal Endoscope is a state-of-the-art technology that allows Dr. Lorenzana to see beneath the gum line using a tiny, high-resolution fiber-optic camera—without the need for surgical incisions.

This enhanced visualization allows infection and caluclus (tartar) to be precisely identified and removed with exceptional accuracy. As a result, many patients can be successfully treated without surgery, resulting in greater comfort, faster healing, and less downtime.

In fact, after introducing periodontal endoscopy into our practice, the need for gum surgery was reduced by 88% (internal Lorenzana Periodontics data).
This advanced technology allows us to deliver highly effective care while helping many patients avoid surgery altogether.

Soft Tissue Periodontal Laser: Advanced, Minimally Invasive Care

Soft tissue laser technology allows many periodontal procedures to be performed with exceptional precision and comfort. This advanced instrument uses a concentrated beam of light to gently remove infected or inflamed tissue while preserving the surrounding healthy gums.

Because the laser simultaneously seals small blood vessels and nerve endings, patients typically experience less bleeding, less swelling, and a more comfortable recovery compared to traditional methods. Local anesthetic is used to ensure a comfortable experience, and healing is often faster and smoother.

This technology can be used in combination with periodontal endoscopy to enhance gum disease treatment by precisely removing inflamed tissue and supporting thorough, definitive root debridement. It is also most useful for cosmetic gum contouring (“gum lifts”) after orthodontics, and gentle treatment of lip and tongue-ties, offering our patients a precise, minimally invasive approach that promotes comfortable healing.

By incorporating advanced laser technology, we are able to provide highly effective treatment while prioritizing patient comfort and optimal healing.