Making Plans To Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants

One of the unfortunate effects of advanced periodontal disease is tooth loss. This is because the tissues that hold your teeth in place can be destroyed over time. When that damage becomes too significant, you can lose teeth, or find yourself in a position where they have to be extracted. Your periodontal specialist in the Encinitas/San Diego, CA area can do more than just help you fight gum disease. We can talk with you about replacing teeth you have lost with dental implant-held restorations. With the support of your implants, you can count on your prosthetic work to stay stable, while also making it easier for you to bite and chew. (more…)

You Can Enjoy The Festival Of The Sea Memorial Day Weekend!

During Memorial Day weekend, families in and around the San Diego, CA area can check out the Festival Of The Sea celebration. This special event is being held to commemorate the 250th anniversary of what has become modern San Diego. There will be family-friendly events taking place throughout the weekend at the Maritime Museum Of San Diego, meaning there will be a number of opportunities to go out and enjoy the sights, the history, and plenty of live entertainment. You may be on top of arranging family fun for the summer, but are you staying on top of your oral health? If you have noticed signs of possible periodontal problems, you should be aware that simply ignoring the matter can become a real problem. Fortunately, you can count on advanced support from our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice! (more…)

Find Out How We Can Provide Minimally Invasive Gum Grafts!

If your gums are affected by an infection, you can experience several warning signs. You might be compelled to seek treatment because your gums appear reddened or swollen, problems that can be reduced with the proper periodontal intervention. You can also experience a recession of your gum line, which can lead to frustrating new problems. You may be unhappy with how your infection changes your appearance. You can also find that this exposes sensitive areas of your teeth, leading to discomfort. Our Encinitas/San Diego, CA area periodontal practice provides pinhole gum grafts, which address the issue of gum line recession through minimally invasive work! (more…)

Has Periodontal Disease Already Harmed Your Gums?

When a person identifies the signs of gingivitis, and addresses the matter, their periodontal tissues can be spared any worrying damage. For a person whose condition progresses to more serious periodontal disease, harm to periodontal tissues, and tissues that keep teeth secure, can become a frustrating problem. If you have already experienced this harm, you can talk to your Periodontal Specialist in Encinitas/San Diego, CA to learn what your treatment options are. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy can actually help you recover from damage, as this procedure can encourage the recovery of your gums. (more…)

Bring Your Family To A Sandcastle And Sunset Party May 17!

The warming weather makes the beach especially hard to resist. On Friday, May 17, you can bring your family out to a special evening event at the Sandcastle And Sunset Party hosted by the San Elijo Lagoon Conservancy. This event is about more than just fun in the sand – the group will do a special unveiling of its new logo, look, and name during the celebration. This is a family-friendly event, and people are also encouraged to bring their pets. When you keep outdoor areas clean, you allow local flora and fauna to flourish. Cleanliness is also important if you want your teeth and gums to stay healthy. In addition to providing modern treatments to help you fight periodontal troubles, your periodontal specialist in Encinitas/San Diego, CA can provide preventive periodontal care, including a special cleaning under your gum line! (more…)

Using Technology To Closely Study Your Periodontal Health

Even if you are not able to see the effects of periodontal disease, the problem can have a serious effect on your oral health, and potentially your overall health. To more thoroughly check on the health of your gums, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontist can use modern imaging technology to closely evaluate your smile. With this review, it becomes possible to closely review the condition of your gums, and check for signs of damage to these tissues, or to your jawbone. Identifying problems can lead to treatment, so you can control the effect gum disease might have on your smile. That intervention is important – your infection can lead to new problems for your health, and increase your chances for losing teeth later in life. (more…)

What To Expect When You Work With A Periodontal Specialist

When you practice smart dental care, and stay consistent about cleaning your teeth at your gum line, you can protect yourself against gum disease. Unfortunately, people are not always as thorough with their smile care as they ought to be. This lack of thoroughness, and a lack of appreciation for the harm gum disease can do, individuals can find themselves struggling with periodontal health issues. Your Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal specialist is prepared to help you if you need to manage the harmful effects of gum disease. Our practice can also provide counseling and support to help you prevent the progression of an infection. (more…)

The 2019 San Diego County Fair Starts May 31!

Are you ready to have fun this summer? Starting on Friday, May 31, families can take part in the fun of the San Diego County Fair! This year’s fair is taking inspiration from The Wizard Of Oz, and providing everyone an opportunity see what kind of rides, games, and treats they can find while walking the Yellow Brick Road. San Diego boasts the largest county fair in the United States, and it can provide more than a few opportunities for fun you will be sure to appreciate! While carnivals offer plenty of treats that can test a person’s resolve, remember that sweet and sticky foods can be big trouble for your oral health. These items feed those oral bacteria that can cause gum disease, which can lead to real problems for your smile. Fortunately, your Encinitas/San Diego periodontal specialist is prepared to help if you experience problems! (more…)

Enjoying Extra Periodontal Protection At Home

Your periodontal specialist in Encinitas/San Diego, CA can provide a range of impressive services that help you maintain your gum health. Did you know that you can actually enjoy extra protection for your gums at home, too? By taking home Perio Protect, you can provide direct care for your gums by directly applying a special anti-bacterial agent to them. This is made possible by a custom tray that makes this application easy to perform. Protecting yourself against gum disease is important. When the problem progresses, it can create serious issues for your appearance, and your oral health. Gum disease can interfere with your general health, and raise your risk for experiencing tooth loss later in life. (more…)

Relying On Lasers To Provide Advanced Periodontal Care

While the idea of using lasers for dental treatment may seem odd, this approach provides many benefits that you can certainly appreciate. Our Encinitas/San Diego periodontal practice can use laser treatment to help patients who are struggling with the effects of gum disease. The LANAP protocol relies on the incredible accuracy of lasers to address the bacteria that have accumulated on the attachments keeping your teeth stable. This modern procedure can help you recover from the effects of an infection, and make you less likely to need surgical treatment to protect your smile. This is one of many specialized periodontal services we are ready to offer our patients. (more…)