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.
3 Daily Habits That Can Safeguard Your Gums
Without proper care, your gums can develop harmful inflammation (also known as gingivitis) and eventually, a higher risk of gum disease. However, these problems can often be avoided with simple routine maintenance. In fact, three daily habits, along with regular dental cleanings and visits with a dental professional, can help safeguard your gums.
Do You Have FAQs About Dental Implants?
If you’ve lost a tooth, then you need to discuss possible replacement options. Otherwise, the health and appearance of your smile can suffer. In many cases, we replace lost teeth with a dental implant, which looks and functions like a natural tooth. Do you have questions about dental implants, such as candidacy or the placement process?
Will Halloween Candy Impact Your Gums?
This weekend millions of kids and adults will be attending parties and trick or treating. Between scary movies and fun costumes, Halloween is a wonderful holiday. However, the increased consumption of candy can put your teeth at risk of developing tooth decay. But what about your gums? Will Halloween candy also have a negative impact on your gum health?