Most people are familiar with the fact that primary teeth, also referred to as baby teeth, tend to fall out between the ages of 6 and 12. After your permanent teeth come in, you should not have to fear about your tooth falling out. However, you might want to schedule a visit with your periodontist […]
Read MoreLaser gum surgery has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years, and it is not difficult to see why once you understand its many benefits. While most treatments for oral ailments involve high-speed drills, scalpels or sutures, laser gum surgery simply relies on laser light to gently cut oral tissue. If you have gum disease […]
Read MoreFor some of our patients, trips to the dentist are reserved only for issues with their teeth, such as a painful cavity or potential infection. They may not necessarily always remember to schedule their regular cleanings and check-ups with their general dentist, which could be a dangerous practice. Dr. Stephen Strout, a periodontist in St […]
Read MoreEven though three in four adults experience some form of gum disease, there are many common misconceptions about the causes and treatments. Learning more about what causes tooth decay and oral health issues is an important part of prevention. If you do have tooth loss or other issues, Dr. Chris Hutton is an experienced periodontist […]
Read MoreWhile you might only have one set of adult teeth and gums over the course of your lifetime, many new oral procedures have made it possible for periodontists to restore teeth and gums to a health state once again. When you start to suffer from gum recession, your periodontist may have two options for your: Chao […]
Read MoreHaving serious gum disease is not only painful, but for many patients, it can also be embarrassing. Some patients fail to seek treatment because they worry about experiencing even more discomfort with traditional gum surgery. Dr. Paresh Naran, a family dentist in Raleigh, NC, offers a high-tech laser gum surgery option to patients, called the […]
Read MoreIf you notice your gums are sensitive, swollen, and bleed when you brush, you may have a mild form of gum disease called gingivitis. In most cases, gingivitis is easy to treat and prevent through flossing and regular visits to a dentist. However, there are also advanced treatments such as laser surgery that remove the […]
Read MoreAre you ignoring your sore or bleeding gums because you think treatment will be painful or inconvenient? If so, then you should be aware that even minor bleeding can progress to severe gum disease if it does not receive proper attention. However, thanks to emerging research and developing technologies, there are some new gum disease […]
Read MoreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three levels of disease occurrence: sporadic, endemic and hyperendemic. The last level refers to persistent, high levels of occurrence. Given that the same organization reports that 47.2 percent of the American adult population has some form of gum or periodontal disease, it is not […]
Read MoreAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost half of all Americans, or 64.7 million people, suffer from some stage of gum disease. The prevalence of the condition has led to a kind of apathy among patients. Bleeding, swollen gums are commonplace, and therefore often ignored because the symptoms often stop there. However, […]
Read More