Crown lengthening is a common procedure done under local anesthesia to remove or reshape gum tissue, bone (or both) to expose more of the remaining tooth or teeth. It can be performed on one or more teeth on the gum line. This treatment is often recommended if you have a “gummy smile” where your teeth look shorter because of excess... read more »
When it comes to taking care of the oral tissues, one of the things that often comes up is a frenectomy. This dental surgical procedure is done to remove a section of the frenulum, that small fold of mucous membrane which joins the floor of the mouth to the midline of the bottom of the tongue. To restore proper function... read more »
Periodontal (gum) disease is the number one cause of bone loss in the mouth. If you are experiencing gum disease, you can have chronic bacterial infections that impact your gum tissue as well as the supportive bone material underneath. Once plaque (the sticky bacterial film in the mouth) reaches beneath the gum line, it creates toxins which inflame the gums... read more »
A habit of poor oral hygiene often leads to dangerous amounts of tartar on your gum line, which is a common cause of gum disease. This periodontal infection needs to be treated early on to reduce inflammation before it creates harmful oral health conditions. If advanced gum disease has resulted in injury to your smile, our LANAP laser may be... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
What can you do to avoid periodontal disease and the increased risks to your health? Here are some answers for you: Step 1. At-home Care This part is simple and easy to follow. Be sure to brush your teeth at least twice each day for two minutes with a soft-bristled toothbrush. It is optimal to brush your teeth after eating... read more »
While everyone is vulnerable to gum disease--men, women, and children--research has shown that men tend to have a higher risk of gum disease. Why? Perhaps because they are not seeing a dentist regularly or are not as consistent with good oral hygiene habits. Let's take a closer look at periodontitis in men, women, and children. Children: As children enter puberty,... read more »
A healthy smile is not just about your teeth. In fact, without your gums to keep your teeth in place, your smile would be, well, toothless. Today we're going to talk about gum disease and how it impacts your oral health as well as your overall health because research increasingly shows that the two are linked. Gum disease is also... read more »
Do you need to cover a tooth with a crown or replace it with a bridge, but it is surrounded by too much gum tissue? Or maybe you wish you could see more of your teeth that aren’t covered by pink gingiva. Our team is trained to perform crown lengthening, also known as gum contouring, and we answer a few... read more »
Are you familiar with bone grafting? Do you know why it is often recommended or needed for a dental implant? If not, you are at the right dental blog! Bone grafting is a popular procedure that is successful at restoring the bone loss in your jaw and improve the strength of your jawbone. Our periodontists are qualified to help you... read more »