Teeth can become loose due to a bite misalignment or an injury, but the most common cause of loose teeth is periodontitis (severe gum disease). As the number one cause of adult tooth loss in America, unchecked gum disease destroys the gum tissue and jawbone that support your teeth. Whatever the cause, loose teeth are at a significant risk of becoming lost teeth if steps aren’t taken to correct the underlying problem. Fortunately, Dr. Kania can address the consequences that lead to loose teeth, and can help you prevent them from becoming lost teeth. (more…)
Quiz: What Causes Gum Disease?
People are often surprised to hear how common periodontal disease can be. In fact, Centers for Disease Control studies show about half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from some form of the disease. But what causes gum disease? We hope that by better understanding the factors behind the disease, as well as the early warning signs, you can take steps to protect your oral health and address the problem early on!
Do You Have Questions About Dental Implants?
We understand how embarrassing losing a tooth can be. We also understand that not replacing the lost tooth can mean serious complications arising, including an older appearance. Fortunately, we can help you enjoy a full smile again with a unique and lifelike dental prosthetic: dental implants. Do you have questions about dental implants?
Do I Have Gum Disease?
A simple question: Do you have gum disease? Despite the widespread prevalence of this disease, few people understand what symptoms to watch for. Even fewer understand the risks of not seeking treatment of the disease before the advanced stage can develop.
Will Sedation Help Me Relax?
We often encounter people with serious dental anxiety, who have avoided dental care out of nervousness or fear. Unfortunately, avoiding dental care can mean the onset of poor oral health. In order to help anxious patients remain calm and receive the care they need, we may suggest sedation to help them relax.
How Do You Place Dental Implants?
We want to help our patients enjoy whole and healthy smiles. This means addressing tooth loss and replacing missing teeth with a lifelike and long lasting dental implant. Can anyone receive a dental implant? How do you place dental implants and how do you maintain them? Today, we’re looking at the process of placing new teeth.
Do You Have Questions About Laser Periodontal Treatment?
Treating gum disease is important, especially since advanced stages of the disease can lead to serious problems, including tooth loss in some cases. We can often help address the issue with advanced laser treatment. Do you have questions about laser periodontal treatment?
When Do I Need A Deep Cleaning?
The American Dental Association recommends a routine dental cleaning for patients of all ages every six months. We agree that routine maintenance can help safeguard your smile against inflammation or even periodontal disease. However, in some cases you may benefit from a deep cleaning with your periodontist. When do you need a deep cleaning?
When Should I Be Worried About Gum Disease?
You’ve enjoyed relatively solid oral health and always take time to brush and floss your teeth. You’re pretty free and clear then when it comes to gum disease, right? Unfortunately, a number of risk factors can leave even healthy smiles susceptible to the onset of the disease. When should you be worried about gum disease? What steps do you need to take beyond ordinary dental habits to protect your gums?
4 Benefits Of Tooth Replacement With Dental Implants
Often, tooth replacement solutions, such as dentures or bridges, rely on crowns or suction to hold them in place. While they do help address tooth loss, they don’t stop the loss of jawbone density and often require adjustment or replacement every five to ten years. Fortunately, we can offer an alternative: dental implants. They offer a number of benefits over other traditional tooth replacement options.