If you have a loved one that has recently been diagnosed with dementia, it is imperative that you immediately establish a preventative plan and approach to ensuring their optimal oral health. In the initial stages of the illness, the individual should be able to handle their own oral health care needs. While it is true… Read More…
Laser Periodontal Therapy – A Highly Effective Solution for Individuals Suffering from Gum Disease
Gum disease affects many patients and can lead to serious oral health issues if not properly managed. It begins when plaque and bacteria accumulate around the gumline, causing inflammation. If left untreated, gum disease can progress to more severe stages, leading to gum recession, tooth sensitivity, and even tooth loss. At Implant & Perio Center… Read More…
Is It Time to See a Periodontist?
It is quite common for individuals to have a bit of confusion about the work differences between the dentist and a periodontist. The truth of the matter is, the two are quite different and treat different types of conditions. On the most part, a dentist is a specialist that conducts dental check-ups, performs dental cleanings,… Read More…
Everything You Need to Know about Pocket Reduction Surgery
In the mouth of a healthy individual, there is a small pocket up to the size of 3mm between the gums and the base of each tooth. If a person develops gum disease, this pocket size has the capability of increasing dramatically. Once it reaches 5mm, the area will become exceptionally troublesome and will prove… Read More…
Full-Arch Replacements to Replace Missing Teeth Prevents Many Oral Health Dangers
The loss of teeth as an adult puts you in a very dangerous position. Many do not realize it, but just one missing tooth has the potential to result in serious oral health dangers. We all know that missing teeth results in detriment to the aesthetics of the smile, but did you know that it… Read More…
Correct Jaw Deformities or Damage with Ridge Modification
Deformities or damage that is detrimentally impacting the upper jaw or the lower jaw has the potential to reduce the amount of bone that is present in the region. As a result, if you were to desire or require dental implants, there would not be a sufficient amount of bone in the area to successfully… Read More…
The Benefits of Replacing a Missing Tooth with a Dental Implant
If you are reading this, it is quite likely that you have recently experienced the unfortunate event of losing a tooth and are interested in having it replaced. While you are likely attempting to replace the tooth for cosmetic purposes, there are several other benefits associated with single tooth replacement. This is especially true if… Read More…
Gingivectomy – A Productive Treatment for Gum Disease
According to information derived from the American Dental Association, approximately 47.2% of individuals in the United States over the age of 30 have some type of gum disease. If you suffer from this condition, a dental professional may attempt to cure its effects by prescribing antibiotics or by performing a scaling & root planing procedure…. Read More…
Gum Disease May Increase Blood Sugar Levels & Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Gum disease is an oral health condition marked by an infection of various types of germs within the gums that surround the teeth. While considered to be one of the most common types of infections found in individuals throughout the world, it has the potential to become one of the riskiest infections to develop, in… Read More…
Is It Really Necessary to Replace a Missing Tooth? Yes! Read This to Find Out Why
The goal behind every dental professional’s work today is to ensure that every patient that they see is able to retain all of their teeth for their lifetime. In the past 50 years, oral health awareness and advancements in dental technology has advanced to such a point that very few individuals are missing all of… Read More…