A gummy smile can be a drag on your self-esteem, but there is a gum treatment that can improve your smile’s aesthetics in such circumstances: the gum lift. This intervention removes excess gum tissue in order to expose more of your tooth material and make your teeth appear to be more proportionate in relationship to…
Dental implants provide a permanent and natural solution to tooth loss. Whether you have lost one or more teeth to decay, disease, or trauma; you can have the ability to chew, speak, and smile with self-confidence restored. A consultation with your periodontist will explain the process. The length of treatment is a variable that differs…
Gum disease usually doesn’t occur without warning … familiarize yourself with the symptoms, and if they begin to occur, schedule a visit with your periodontist right away before they have a chance to escalate. Early symptoms of the onset of gum disease (gingivitis) include: Bleeding gums – Healthy gum tissue does not bleed unless provoked…
Gum disease is an infection caused by plaque and bacteria that build up on teeth over time. This plaque and bacteria settles into any nook or cranny around the gum line and begins to irritate the gum tissue. Gums become red and swollen and may even bleed when you brush. Gum disease can affect children,…
Before we jump into some frequently answered questions about dental implants, let’s clarify exactly what they are. A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is surgically placed in the jaw. After the implant has successfully integrated into the bone, a dental crown or bridge will be attached to complete the tooth replacement process.…
Prior to contrary belief, gum disease is not a natural part of the aging process. Many moons ago, gum disease and tooth loss were thought to be natural as people entered their senior years. Now we know different. Teeth are supposed to last a lifetime, whether our grandparents thought so or not. Dentistry has come…
People often notice a little blood when they brush their teeth and assume that this is normal, but it isn’t. Gums bleed because they are irritated from inadequate plaque removal. Plaque settles into all the little cracks and crevices around the gum line. The bacteria in plaque then begin to attack the healthy tissues of…
Implant dentistry provides permanent, natural-looking, stationary prosthetic teeth in place of traditional dentures. Implants are made of artificial materials that are not affected by decay. However, it’s very important to see your dentist regularly if you have implants to be sure any remaining natural teeth are healthy and to monitor for gum disease. Dental Implants…
While there certainly can be noticeable symptoms, gum disease should only be diagnosed by a trained professional. A periodontist works in a specialized field of dentistry which concentrates heavily on preventing, diagnosing and treating gum disease. It is a growing field because gum disease is rampant in today’s society. People used to think that gum disease…
Dental implants are a state-of-the-art tooth replacement option that provide new teeth that look and feel just like your natural teeth. An artificial root secures the visible prosthetic tooth, so your new teeth stay in place at all times. The root portion of the implant also helps prevent long-term atrophy in the jawbone. Why Are…