Has your general dentist referred you to a periodontist? There are a few reasons why this may be so. Periodontists are specially trained to handle matters involving your gums and jawbone. If your general dentist referred you to a periodontist it is because they want you to receive specialized treatment. What is a Periodontist? A …

Gum disease occurs when there is an inflammation of the gums. Your gums may become red, swollen, painful, and may even bleed. Gum disease affects many people, especially in the mild stage. If the condition is detected early, you have no cause to worry, treatment will be simple. Symptoms of gum disease Check for these …

There are times you require a periodontist especially if your general dentist referred you to one. There are several reasons why you may need to visit a periodontist. Reason 1: You need a delicate tooth removal procedure Most dentists can perform tooth extractions but sometimes you require a more specialized extraction. For example, extraction may …

An operculum is a flap of gum tissue over a partially erupted tooth. The operculum can trap food debris and over time, an accumulation of bacteria occurs causing a condition known as pericoronitis. Since pericoronitis is associated with wisdom teeth (teeth that partially erupt or are impacted) it can be very difficult to manage. It …

The gingiva forms an important aspect of your smile. Even though its color is different among different people, the most common colors of gingiva are light brown, dark brown, light pink, or black. People who have a discolored gingiva suffer from gingival pigmentation. Gingival depigmentation therefore involves treatment techniques used to correct the color of …

Your dentist first determines the cause of your fibroma before embarking on treatment. For example, if your fibroma is caused by an ill-fitting dental appliance, treating the fibroma without correcting the problem will not help much. There are symptoms you can watch out for to recognize the condition early and stop it from progressing. These …

LANAP is a laser gum treatment protocol used as an alternative to conventional surgery to promote new bone growth, periodontal regeneration, and gum tissue reattachment while causing minimal discomfort in the patient. LANAP is approved by the FDA and its results are backed by scientific evidence. LANAP procedures for gum treatment have high success rates. These …

Crown lengthening is an oral surgery procedure done to expose more of your tooth surface. Surgeons have many reasons to recommend crown lengthening procedures but mainly: The crown lengthening procedure removes excess gum tissue while making the tooth appear longer. What to expect with crown lengthening If you have oral health concerns or you would …

A frenectomy is the removal of a frenulum, which is a small fold of tissue that prevents the lip or tongue from moving too far. A frenectomy may be indicated for orthodontic patients and for those who suffer from gum recession. The location of the frenum varies from patient to patient. Labial frenectomy is indicated …

Scaling and root planing are two procedures done to treat gum disease. They involve a deep cleaning that goes up to the deep pockets below the gumline. Gum disease is caused by a sticky film of bacteria called plaque. Normally, we brush our teeth twice a day but some food debris may be left behind. This …