It’s no secret that periodontal disease is a bacterial infection. And we know that an infection in the gums, just like any other body part, must be treated and controlled in order to avoid undesirable or painful consequences. However, if you ask any group of periodontists about the impact of periodontal disease, you will find…
DetailsThe very best time to think about choosing dental implants is before you lose a tooth. Though it’s not always possible, the time that you spend planning your dental implant options with your periodontist may be the most important portion of the entire procedure. During the planning phase, you can learn about the advantages of…
DetailsOn 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…
DetailsPregnancy is one of the most fascinating and interesting times in a woman’s life. In some ways, it seems that every part of the body goes haywire, setting the expectant mother up for a 40 week battle. On the other hand, it is perhaps the best opportunity for a woman to learn more about protecting…
DetailsTooth loss is a multi-faceted problem, including the psychological stress of losing a part of your body. It’s a problem that packs a major blow to your appearance and your self-esteem. Even one missing tooth can instantly change your appearance and cause the remaining teeth to shift out of alignment. Tooth loss can impair your…
DetailsIn your relationship with your periodontist, open communication and mutual respect can completely transform your dental experience. Whether you are in need of a periodontal examination or a surgical procedure, a successful outcome is partly dependent upon clinical excellence, and a portion depends on our understanding of your comfort level. When you feel comfortable and…
DetailsDuring our childhood, tooth loss is a normal occurrence. The baby teeth become loose and fall out, and they are later replaced by a full set of adult teeth. As we enter adulthood, losing a tooth is not such a joyous occasion, and it is typically the result of an injury, tooth decay or gum…
DetailsReceding 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…
DetailsWhen pondering which tooth replacement method to choose, patients often give significant consideration to the costs involved. Those who fail to consider the long-term costs may ultimately choose a more expensive option, though. For example, dental implants have a higher initial price tag than other tooth replacement alternatives. However, the gap in costs narrows when…
DetailsPatients who have already lost one tooth to decay or disease often have extra motivation to avoid further tooth loss. Because there are a number of options for replacing those missing teeth, patients should consider how effectively those various methods prevent damage to the remaining biological teeth. Dental implants, which essentially are artificial teeth roots,…
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