- Keep your teeth intact by taking action early
- Improve your breath & eat comfortably
- Get healthy pink gums with pain-free treatment

Gum Disease Treatment
Get Your Gums Back In Good Shape
Protect Your Health With Gum Disease Treatment in Santa Teresa
Healthy gums support your entire well-being. If your gums become infected, you put your smile and body at risk for serious health issues. Early intervention is key. To address the problem, you can visit us for gum disease treatment in Santa Teresa. With our help, you will:
- Improve your overall health by stopping harmful bacteria from entering your bloodstream
- Find it easier to enjoy your favorite foods and daily routines, like brushing and flossing
- Stop gum recession and protect the natural appearance of your smile
- Prevent further damage to your teeth and gums with targeted, non-invasive treatments
- Improve your breath by eliminating the bacteria that cause persistent bad breath
- Strengthen your gums, creating a stable foundation for healthy teeth
Call 575-332-5352 for an appointment.
Put a Stop to Gum Infections With Thorough Care

We offer gentle, effective, and non-surgical solutions to restore your gum health.
Treatment may include scaling and root planing. Our team removes plaque and tartar buildup around and under your gumline (scaling). Then, they will smooth your tooth roots to help prevent bacteria from returning (root planing).
If needed, after your deep cleaning, we may use antibacterial rinses or irrigation. These treatments can help eliminate harmful bacteria and prevent future infections.
When necessary, we will use a laser to precisely target and remove infected tissue. The laser also promotes healing as it works.

Like many health issues, gum problems often start silently. You might not spot the early warning signs on your own.
That’s why we recommend regular checkups. Your dentist can monitor any changes to your gum health. You can stop an infection before it harms your smile.
If it’s been a while since your last visit, watch for signs like tender gums, persistent bad breath, or swollen gum tissue. Whether your symptoms are minor or more advanced, early treatment can make all the difference.
With our support, you can protect your gums and enjoy a healthier, confident smile.
Call 575-332-5352 for gum disease treatment in Santa Teresa. You can also schedule online.
Why People Love Premier Family Dental
Great practice. Dr Chung is very patient and presented me with options. James was also very nice. Another excellent visit. I enjoyed the new technology. Amy was very gentle. I …
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Staff and dentist(Dr. Chung) are very friendly and thorough in my appointments. Explains any concerns I may have.
Thank you Dr Babington and Amy for the great service. I would also like to thank the outstanding office staff.
Exceptional office! Very professional and trustworthy!!
I’ve been a patient for nearly ten years. Staff is always so pleasant and Dr Babington is fantastic. I constantly recommend them to anyone looking for a wonderful dental practice.
Dr. Babington is professional and takes extreme care in his work, I’m very pleased!
This practice really makes you the most important thing they have. The cleaning are really great. I can wholly recommend them. I’m glad they accepted me.
Dr. Babington and his staff are excellent – highly recommend him.
Hannah always does a fantastic job with my teeth cleaning. I’ve been going to Lagacy for almost 20 years. As happy as you can be about going to the dentist.
Outstanding Team and services!
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40 years of dental care
My daughters and are patient of this place for the past 20 years. And we have nothing to complain. Everything perfect.
Always an amazing experience at Legacy Dentistry! The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, and make you feel welcome and comfortable during your dental cleaning.
I always know and feel that I get expert, compassionate care. I have to go into the office often, so that’s important. They are like family.
I had the best experience ever at my appointment today. Thank you to all the staff, everyone is friendly and welcoming from the time you walk through the door, while …
Read MoreGood, as usual. Had a great cleaning and Dr. Babbington did a thorough exam. Very professional & knowledgeable firm
Dr. David Babington is an excellent dentist. I have been going to him for years. I highly recommend Legacy Dentistry of Virginia. The teeth cleaning is very professional and thorough …
Read MoreMy hygienist is great and I always enjoy going to get my teeth cleaned!!
I Just love going to Legacy and keeping up my teeth. Dr. Chung always takes care of me. Amy gets my head right and ready to get back out into …
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Read MoreDr. Chung and his assistant are very professional and friendly.
It’s always a pleasure to see them! From the front desk to Dr. Babbington to Amy — everyone is incredibly professional.
As usual, I had an excellent visit to Legacy Dentistry. Check-in went smoothly, the dental hygienist was friendly, and I was comfortable throughout the cleaning. Lastly, Dr. Chong was great …
Read MoreI’m not crazy about going to the dentist but this practice is wonderful. They are completely professional, friendly and thorough and their facility is lovely.
I’ve been going to Legacy for more than 25 years. The practice has always been excellent but they’ve evolved to be exceptional. From Drs. Babbington and Chung to the clinical …
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William & David Babington are excellent Dentists (along with their staff). I highly recommend their practice…one of the best in Northern VA.
I have completed my invisalign treatment through Legacy Dentistry and could not be happier with the results. They were outstanding in making sure I understood every step of the process …
Read MoreSo impressed by the entire team at Legacy dental. I went in experiencing pain in my front teeth. Dr. Babington was quick and precise in letting me know that my …
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Always on schedule, always fast, always kind, always informative.
I am super dental-phobic and it had been (I’m very embarrassed) TEN years since I had gone. These folks were so nice and kind and gentle. All very positive, with …
Read MoreAmy is a wonderful hygienist and we have been happy patients for 30+ years!
The dentists and staff members at Legacy Dentistry of Virginia are professional and courteous. Their treatments and examinations are top notch.
Dr. Babington, et al, have been taking care of my dental needs for years now. I can always count on excellent care and advice on how to proceed on dental …
Read MoreDr. Babington is great! He always takes his time to make sure I understand my treatment plan and values my input. He may be more concerned than I am that …
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I now have Invisalign and Jocelyn has been so very helpful, kind, and informative. Dr. Babington is also very kind and helpful. This is a great and honest group.
Amy is the best hygienist I have ever experienced. She explained things and recommended products to help with concerns.
As always Dr. Babbington and his team were professional and welcoming. I highly recommend them.
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Great! Really like Dr. Babington and his staff.
Dr. Babbington consistently puts his patients first, going above and beyond by not only providing excellent care but also by being incredibly generous with his time and resources. I’ve been …
Read MoreAmy is an excellent hygienist. Been going to Legacy for many years
Dental assistant was very detailed and careful with sensitive teeth.
I was able to make an appointment very quickly after breaking a molar in half. The team at the front desk is friendly and efficient on the phone AND in …
Read MoreHighly recommend Legacy Dentistry. My family has been going there for decades and we are very happy with all the staff and their work. over the years.
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Excellent customer service ! Very professional, friendly and efficient from the front office to Reyna and Dr. Chung . Very appreciative
I never have to wait, the staff is kind, professional and does an excellent job cleaning/ taking care of your teeth.
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Staff are great
Great dental practice. I’ve been a patient for several years now and I’ve never had a bad experience.
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Read MoreDr, Babington and his staff are exceptional at all they do. The office is the most impressive that I have ever seen. It has state of the art equipment that …
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Read MoreCommon Questions About Gum Disease Treatment
Our modern treatment approaches prioritize your comfort throughout the process. Most patients experience only mild discomfort during deep cleaning procedures. We use local anesthesia to ensure you feel relaxed and at ease during treatment. Our gentle techniques and advanced technology help minimize any post-treatment sensitivity.
While treatment eliminates current infection, gum disease can recur without proper home care. Your daily brushing and flossing routine plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy gums. We’ll teach you effective techniques to protect your gum health at home. Regular professional cleanings help prevent reinfection and maintain your results.
Pain isn’t always a reliable indicator of gum disease severity. Silent damage can occur beneath your gumline without causing discomfort. Early treatment prevents the infection from reaching deeper tissue layers. Waiting for pain often means the disease has significantly progressed.
- General Dentistry
- Dental Cleanings and Exams
- Gum Disease Treatment
- Mouthguards
- Family Dentistry
- Tongue-Tie Treatment
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Facial Rejuvenation
- Dental Veneers
- Teeth Whitening
- Smile Makeover
- Tooth Bonding
- Gummy Smile Treatment
- Clear Aligners
- Restorative Dentistry
- Biomimetic Dentistry
- Root Canals
- Dental Crowns and Bridges
- Dentures
- Dental Implants
- All-on-X Dental Implants
- Relieving Dental Anxiety
- Dental Emergencies
- Oral Surgery
- Tooth Removal
- Bone Grafts
- Cosmetic Gum Surgery
- TMJ Treatment/Teeth Grinding
- Sleep Apnea