Patient Education
Treating Deformities
Ridge modification is an effective procedure for treating deformities in the upper and lower jaws. These deformities can…
Periodontal disease is an extremely serious progressive condition that can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Periodontal disease occurs when…
Important Cleaning Procedure
A dental prophylaxis is a cleaning procedure performed to thoroughly clean the teeth. Prophylaxis is an important…
Bacteria and Tartar Removal
Pocket reduction surgery (also known as gingivectomy, osseous surgery, and flap surgery) is a collective term for a…
Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that leads to gum inflammation, the recession of bone and gum tissue, and tooth loss if left…
Plaque and Tartar Cause Inflammation
The objective of scaling and root planing is to remove etiologic agents which cause inflammation to the…
According to research conducted by the American Cancer Society, more than 30,000 cases of oral cancer are diagnosed each year. More than 7,000 of…
Gingival recession (receding gums) refers to the progressive loss of gum tissue, which can eventually result in tooth root exposure if left…
Covering Exposed Roots
A gum graft (also known as a gingival graft or periodontal plastic surgery), is a collective name for surgical periodontal…
Cosmetic Gum Disease Treatments
There are many reasons why the gums and jawbone may require corrective treatment, including periodontal disease,…