What Is Gum Flap Surgery?
May 19, 2022If you have severe gum disease, you may notice pockets of tartar residue between your teeth and gums. These pockets are spaces that open up around your teeth and below your gumline, making room for harmful bacteria to enter and eat away at your gum tissue. When your dentist notices that you have these pockets, they may recommend gum flap surgery.
Who Needs Flap Surgery?
May 12, 2022If you have gum disease and you have tried all non-surgical methods of treatment to no avail, flap surgery may be the best option for you. Periodontal disease can cause severe damage to the structures that support your teeth and lead to tooth loss. Your dentist can do a flap surgical procedure to stop the gum disease from progressing.
Am I a Candidate for Teeth-in-a-Day Implants?
April 20, 2022Dental implants are the best replacement for missing teeth. They are permanent replacements that are functional and secure. They also look like your natural teeth. However, they take months to install. If your teeth have been missing for a while, months may be a long wait. You may want your smile back as soon as possible. If so, teeth-in-a-day implants may be the answer for you.
What Are Same-Day Dental Implants?
April 15, 2022If you have been missing teeth for a long while, waiting three or four months for the process to complete may seem like an eternity. Same-day implants will have you wearing a beautiful smile in a day. They are a viable option for traditional implants, and you will not have to wait for several months.
Relieving Dental Anxiety With Safe Sedation Dentistry
March 22, 2022Most individuals neglect dental checkups due to anxiety. According to a study, 36 percent of Americans suffer from dental anxiety. Interestingly, most of them are aware of the effect of negligence on their oral health—it’s just that fear makes them shun their dental visits.
How Is a Periodontist Different From a Dentist?
March 10, 2022When planning your visit to the dentist, you need to understand the kind of treatment you can expect. If your dental issue requires a specialist, you can visit the right professional. Getting the proper treatment for your oral condition is vital for your overall health. If you have a gum issue, go to a periodontist rather than a general dentist.
Am I a Good Candidate for Scaling and Root Planing?
February 25, 2022Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning that helps stop the progression of periodontal disease. It does this by removing debris, bacteria, and plaque from the pockets that open up between your teeth and gum. These pockets form mainly because of gingivitis or periodontal disease.
What Happens During Scaling and Root Planing?
February 24, 2022Scaling and root planing is a non-surgical periodontal therapy. It helps treat chronic periodontal disease and is also ideal for people with a lot of plaque and tartar on their teeth. The procedure aims to prevent periodontal disease and its progression. It does this by deep cleaning the pockets that form between your gums and teeth.
When Is Gum Grafting Necessary?
January 19, 2022Periodontal disease is not just an issue for older people, contrary to popular belief. About half of Americans over 30 years old have some form of gum disease. This is according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Periodontology.
How Long Is the Recovery Process After Dental Implants?
January 19, 2022Are you wondering about the recovery timeline for a dental implant? If so, you are not alone. Many variables can affect your recovery process. Also, the shape and state of your mouth will have a significant effect on recovery.
Treatments
- All-on-4 Implant-Supported Dentures
- LANAP® Laser Treatment
- Pinhole Surgical Technique (PST)™
- Sedation
- Sinus Augmentation
- Osseous Surgery
- Tooth Extraction
- Scaling and Root Planing
- Crown Lengthening
- Bone Grafting
- Lip Repositioning
- Laser Gum Bleaching
- Gum Grafting
- Preventative Dentistry
- Canine Exposure
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