Periodontal (gum) disease can be a threat to the stability and longevity of a dental implant. Since gum disease, especially advanced cases, affects bone health, this condition can directly threaten the success rate of a dental implant. Fortunately, there are treatments available such as dental surgery to manage periodontal disease and help increase the success…
Did you know that dental implants are the best method to replace a lost tooth? This is because the materials that make up implants along with utilizing the body’s natural processes make these replacement teeth both durable and biocompatible. Requiring a dental surgery, our periodontist offers this revolutionary tooth replacement option so that patients can…
In addition to treating periodontal conditions such as gum disease, did you know that your periodontist can improve and enhance the appearance of your smile with cosmetic procedures and dental surgery? Using a variety of tools and techniques, including soft tissue lasers, your periodontist can remove excessive gingival tissue, contour the shape of soft oral…
Gum disease occurs in stages, and the symptoms associated with each stage become more severe as the condition progresses. When periodontitis develops, pockets can form between the gums and the teeth. While healthy gums are securely attached to the teeth, the bacteria that cause gum disease can attack and destroy the soft tissue and underlying…
The prospect of dental surgery can be intimidating for some patients, but knowing what to expect throughout the process can help to put patients’ anxiety to rest. The first step in that process is an initial consultation. At that first appointment, the periodontist will gather additional information on your case and discuss the diagnosis and…
All forms of dental surgery, from crown lengthening to dental implants, consist of three distinct components or steps. In the first step, you and your periodontist will determine that the surgical procedure is necessary and beneficial. In the second step, the actual surgery is performed using the most effective techniques and latest technology. In the…
On the path to dental implants, receding gums are not necessarily a roadblock; they are more like a speed bump. In other words, dental implants are still an option even when your gums and bone are not in the most ideal state of health. Instead, your treatment plan may include one or more additional dental…
Receding gums are unattractive, and they can make your teeth more sensitive. Fortunately, if you’ve developed this condition, a periodontist can provide a treatment that will correct the problem. Minor gum recession may be treated with a specialized deep cleaning known as root scaling and planing, which aims to reduce the size of pockets that…
A broken tooth is bad enough, and sometimes it may be so damaged that there is only a small amount of tooth material remaining beyond the gum line. This may present a challenge to restorative treatments, and patients may be concerned that their only option is having the tooth removed. That is not necessarily the…
When you’ve lost the precious gum tissue and bone that surround your teeth, you’ll be faced with some critical choices in order to save your smile. That’s because your teeth are completely dependent on the support of the gums and underlying bone for stability. Once bone loss and gum recession have occurred, the body is…
