If your breath is always a little less than fresh, your body may be trying to tell you something. Bad breath, or halitosis, is often directly caused by the bacteria that call your mouth home. In order to reclaim your oral health and sweeten your breath, you first need to address the underlying issue. The […]
Read MoreIf you have advanced gum disease, it may be time to take some action and see a periodontist. Our practice at Nashville Periodontal Group offers laser gum surgery to help treat diseased gums. We can help you finally get relief and give your gums a chance to heal. Dr. Will Akin is a skilled periodontist […]
Read MoreFor patients who have diseased gums, there is now a much better option than traditional gum surgery. Periodontal disease affects the healthy gum tissue with the spread of bacteria from unhealthy pockets in affected areas of your gums. Years ago, the only choice for patients was to undergo uncomfortable gum surgery where a dentist cut […]
Read MoreGum disease is extremely common despite the fact that it is easily preventable and curable for most people. Bleeding and tenderness of the gums are early signs of gingivitis that can worsen to more serious gum disease over time if left untreated. Gum disease even shows some connections to diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Prompt […]
Read MoreIf you are suffering from gum disease or its more serious form, periodontitis, your dentist may recommend that you undergo laser gum surgery. This type of procedure has revolutionized how doctors treat many of their patients. This revolution makes laser gum surgery ideal for many patients who otherwise may choose to forgo treatment. How It […]
Read MoreOnce you have completed the dental implant placement process, it is vital you know how to treat your new smile so it lasts a lifetime. While caring for your implants will be similar to caring for your natural teeth, you may be required to alter your routine slightly to ensure that your implants and surrounding […]
Read MorePatients who are trying to decide between bridge work, dental implants, and traditional dentures are often met with confusing information. That is why periodontist Dr. Kenneth Cavallari and the office staff make patient education a priority. Since the question of tooth replacement is complex and different solutions work for different cases, it is important for each […]
Read MoreTemporomandibular joint pain, or TMJ for short, is a common but often misunderstood condition. As a result of that, many patients who experience symptoms regularly also fail to receive proper care and treatment for it. As a result, many suffer unnecessarily when there are effective ways to treat the core cause of the pain alongside […]
Read MoreNovember is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, and Drs. Scott Meester and Mel Olafsen are celebrating the occasion by encouraging patients with gum disease to decrease their pancreatic cancer risk by receiving treatment. Recent studies show that poor oral health and gum disease are related to the development of pancreatic cancer. Although the definitive cause of […]
Read MoreAll-on-4® dental implants have grown in popularity in recent years due to being a comprehensive solution for replacing numerous missing teeth. However, a question Dr. Hutton receives frequently is how much the procedure is going to cost. The truth is that it can differ greatly from one patient to the next. Here are some of […]
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