Southern Roots Periodontics: Implant & Laser Dentistry, LLC

07/04/2026

04/05/2026

🌷🐣 Happy Easter from all of us at Southern Roots Periodontics! 🐰🌸

As we celebrate this beautiful season of renewal and hope, we’re reminded of the true meaning of Easter—God’s love and the promise of new life through Christ. ✝️💛

We hope your day is filled with joy, peace, and plenty of reasons to smile!

Wishing you and your family a blessed and joyful Easter! 🌼🐣

03/05/2026

🦷✨ Happy Dental Assistants Week! ✨🦷

This week, Dr. Rowe and our entire team are celebrating two incredible dental assistants — Cindy and Lauren! 💙

Their skill, dedication, and compassionate care help make everything we do possible. From assisting in periodontal procedures, dental implants, and laser dentistry, to making sure every patient feels comfortable and cared for, Cindy and Lauren are an essential part of our practice.

Their hard work behind the scenes keeps our days running smoothly and helps us deliver the high-quality care our patients deserve.

Cindy and Lauren, thank you for your commitment, teamwork, and the care you show our patients every day. We appreciate you! 👏

Help us show them some love this week!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! Our Savior is born! Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! May you be blessed with health and wellness during this coming year! Sincerely, Dr. Rowe

10/31/2025

🎃🍫 Happy Halloween from Southern Roots Periodontics! 🍫🎃

Things got extra sweet around here! Our team turned into a pack of M&M’s with Dr. Rowe as the packet (Peanut to be exact)! 🍬 And our office even had a visit from the one and only Tooth Fairy Pumpkin!

While we’re all about enjoying a treat or two, don’t forget to take care of those teeth and gums your smile deserves it! 😁🦷

Wishing all our amazing patients a fun, safe, and cavity-free Halloween!

10/28/2025

10/17/2025

👑 Happy Boss’s Day to the King of Southern Roots
Dr. Rowe! 🦷

At Southern Roots Periodontics, we believe in celebrating our leaders the right way… with a little flair and a lot of laughter.

This year, we gifted Dr. Rowe a full king costume cape, crown, the whole royal package and he wore it like he was born to rule. Meanwhile, the team rocked matching shirts with his face on them, because what’s a kingdom without loyal subjects? 😂

Dr. Rowe, thank you for leading Southern Roots with wisdom, humor, and the kind of positive energy that makes every day feel a little lighter (even on surgery days). Your dedication to our team and our patients doesn’t go unnoticed and neither does your ability to pull off a crown.

Long live the King! 👑🪥

10/02/2025

✨ Meet Our New Hygienist! ✨
We’re so excited to welcome Alana to the Southern Roots Periodontics family. 💙 She’s here to help keep your smile healthy, your cleanings comfortable, and your visits stress-free. 🦷✨

You’ll love her just as much as we do!

09/16/2025

Pretty much… except I do tongues too.

09/11/2025

🦷 The 4 Stages of Gum Disease (Periodontitis) 🦷

Gum disease doesn’t happen all at once it develops step by step. The American Academy of Periodontology has a system that helps us describe how advanced the disease is. Here’s what it means in simpler terms:

➡️ Stage I – Early Periodontitis

Slight damage to the bone and gums.

You might notice some bleeding when brushing or flossing.

Usually no pain, so it often goes unnoticed.

➡️ Stage II – Moderate Periodontitis

More bone loss around the teeth.

Gums may look puffy or red.

Bad breath or bleeding is more common.

Still treatable without major surgery if caught early.

➡️ Stage III – Severe Periodontitis (Potential Tooth Loss)

Significant bone damage.

Teeth may start to feel loose.

Gums may pull away from the teeth, creating deep “pockets” where bacteria can hide.

More difficult to manage and may require advanced treatment.

➡️ Stage IV – Advanced Periodontitis (Serious Tooth & Bite Problems)

Extensive bone and tooth loss.

Teeth can shift, change position, or even fall out.

Can make it difficult to chew properly or maintain a healthy bite.

Treatment often involves specialized care, sometimes including surgery or dental implants.

✨ The good news? Gum disease can be slowed or even stopped if caught early. Regular checkups, professional cleanings, and daily brushing and flossing are your best defense.

👨‍⚕️ At Southern Roots Periodontics, our board-certified periodontist, Dr. Rowe, is specially trained to diagnose and treat every stage of gum disease to help you protect your smile and overall health.