Gum tissue can appear uneven for many reasons … you may have inherited a gummy smile; you may be suffering with gum recession; or you may just have irregular gum lines that can be easily corrected. Gum treatment is often performed through a periodontist with great success. Uneven gum tissue can be attributed to more…
About the only permanent teeth you can afford to lose without replacing are the third molars (wisdom teeth). These are the last teeth to erupt; and in many cases are more problematic when they are left in. Any other tooth loss can disrupt your ability to chew correctly, speak clearly, and smile without embarrassment. Dental…
There are thousands of people that are so nervous about visiting the dentist, they have gone decades without even having their teeth cleaned. With today’s modern dentistry, there is a solution for this; patients who are extremely nervous about seeing their dentist can choose sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is used for reasons other than…
While oral hygiene habits like brushing and flossing are quite important to your efforts to prevent gum disease, patients still may develop this condition despite their diligence in the oral hygiene department. Patients may still notice signs of inflammation, such as redness, bleeding or puffiness in the gums, even when they do brush and floss…
Some patients may have qualms about getting treatment at the periodontist, especially if they are experiencing advanced gum disease that requires an invasive intervention. If these fears cause patients to postpone treatment, symptoms will become more severe and harder to treat. Fortunately, our practice prioritizes your comfort by using sedation dentistry. A periodontist who provides…
Pregnant women have an increased risk of periodontal disease, which is likely due to effects of hormonal changes. Furthermore, gum disease is correlated with a number of pregnancy complication risks, including pre-eclampsia, premature delivery and low birth weight. Therefore, if you are planning to conceive in the next few months, you should take certain steps…
Receiving dental implants is a life-changing event. A dental implant will ultimately serve as a new tooth by replacing lost tooth structure and holding a custom restoration. Our dentist has experience with embedding and overseeing the entire implantation process so that our patients can enjoy durable, long lasting prosthetics. The initial procedure, embedding a dental…
If you have experienced periodontal disease, gum surgery might be recommended. The surgery will often be followed by a periodontal dressing, or soft packing of the site to protect the area and stimulate the healing process. Whether or not you receive oral sutures, follow up visits to the periodontist will be necessary to monitor the…
Contrary to popular belief, gum disease is a deviation from the natural aging process and a visit to the periodontist will let you know if treatment is in order. Symptoms of this infection include bleeding or receding gums, sensitive teeth or painful chewing and bad breath that doesn’t go away. More advanced or extreme cases…
If you have missing teeth, a tooth implant could be the best choice for tooth replacement. Not only do they provide a natural-looking and -feeling new tooth that remains stationary in your mouth, they also help ensure that your jawbone will not atrophy. This helps you maintain the natural shape of your face. How Dental…
