If you have lost one or more teeth to gum disease, you could develop severe problems with your oral health and smile. Tooth loss contributes to degradation of the jawbone and can rapidly age your appearance. This means that by exploring a replacement option that restores your smile, you can regain stability and preserve your jaw.
At your Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice, we help patients regain a full smile after helping treat their gum infections. Placing a dental implant requires the disease to be in remission, so we combine this service with regular periodontal care. By staying on top of your routine cleanings, you can preserve the security of your prosthetic implant tooth.
Do you smoke cigarettes, use smokeless tobacco, or vape? If so, then you could be exposing your smile to a number of harmful chemicals, and increasing your risk of disease or cancer. In today’s blog, your 
Keeping our gums healthy and strong not only protects the appearance of your smile but also the overall health and function too. As periodontal disease could lead to recession and even tooth loss. In today’s blog, your 
When we think about the impact of gum disease, we may picture teeth that appear longer, sore and red gums, and bleeding in the gingival tissues. But if you don’t seek treatment, then the advanced stage of the disease could develop, which is connected to tooth loss. In today’s blog, your 
When you are undergoing treatment for an advanced case of gum disease, which could include gum grafts, or if you have missing teeth being replaced with dental implants, you need advanced treatment. To ensure you’re comfortable during these procedures, our team offers calming solutions. In today’s blog, your 
When you have lost a tooth, or possibly several, due to gum disease, this could lead to major issues with the appearance of your smile. Your oral health and jawbone stability could suffer too. To replace your missing teeth, your 
Keeping your gums healthy means preventing the onset of gingivitis and periodontal disease, so your smile stays whole and healthy. In addition to good oral hygiene habits, you should make sure you’re 
When you have an advanced case of periodontal disease, then your gums could begin to recede. The recession not only changes the appearance of your smile, but also impacts overall health and stability. Fortunately, your 
Tartar buildup occurs when plaque hardens on the surfaces of the teeth and this could be linked to bad breath, teeth stains, and even poor periodontal health. Multiple factors could lead to tartar, and your nutrition is a major one! In today’s blog, your 
When you have periodontal disease, care is necessary to manage it and prevent the late stages linked to tooth loss and uncomfortable symptoms. One way to control harmful oral bacteria and manage gum concerns is with