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Deep Cleaning Teeth With Scaling And Root Planing
If you have gum disease, the best way to treat periodontitis is to remove hard-to-reach tartar buildup through scaling and root planing. This procedure targets deep periodontal pockets to remove buildup below the gum line. Left untreated, gum pockets can deepen, lead...
What To Expect From Bone Grafting For Dental Implants
If you're about to get dental implants, your implant specialist may tell you that you need a dental bone graft. Dental bone grafting is a considerably small surgical procedure. In most cases, it only requires local anesthesia. The procedure reduces the potential for...
Dental Implants Are the Best Option to Replace Aging Bridges
Millions of Americans have missing teeth. Two popular ways to replace them are dental implants and bridges. A dental bridge is composed of three or more fake teeth (crowns) where either end attaches to a healthy tooth, suspending an artificial tooth to fill in the...
Oral Health and Periodontitis Associated with the Severity of COVID-19
Over the past year, there has been significant research showing a link between severe periodontal disease and COVID-19. Specifically, that people with gum disease are more likely to need a ventilator during COVID-19 treatment. Sadly, other studies also reveal that...
Why Choose A Fixed Bridge Instead Of Removable Dentures
Do you have missing teeth? Depending on whether you need to replace multiple teeth or a single missing tooth, and if adjacent teeth are healthy, your restorative dentistry options can range from full and partial dentures to a dental bridge or dental implants and full...
Ways That Dental Implants Can Help Increase Confidence
Aside from the functional aspect of replacing a missing tooth, custom dental implants can significantly improve your everyday lifestyle. From the way dental implants function to how each one is uniquely designed and how your oral health will be impacted in more ways...
Holistic Zirconia Dental Implants vs. Titanium Implants
Most dental implants are made from titanium, which is a greyish-colored metal. But today, there’s a more holistic alternative: Zirconia dental implants. What is zirconia? Zirconia is a tooth-colored dental material that is frequently used for durable cosmetic dental...
How Painful Is Gum Grafting Surgery?
Healthy gum tissue protects the roots of our teeth and the bone that supports them. Ideally, the gum tissue should cover the entire root up to the anatomical crown, which is the portion of our teeth we see when we smile. Unfortunately, if you have exposed roots, it...
Gums Contouring and Reshaping: What is it?
Your teeth aren’t the only thing people notice about your smile. The tissues around them are just as important. But what if you have a gummy smile? Does your gum line make your teeth look short, squatty, or uneven? A gingival or gums contouring procedure is a safe and...
Itchy Gums: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Does it feel like you have itchy gums? Sometimes an itchy mouth is an indication of gum disease. While not everyone with periodontal disease experiences itchy gums, variations of gum irritation are completely normal. With proper dental hygiene, you can prevent itchy...
How to Fix Receding Gums
When you smile, is your gum line higher than it should be? Do you have a “toothy” grin? A raised gum line is usually caused by recession of the gum tissue surrounding your teeth. But without enough gum tissue to protect your smile, you can be at an increased risk of...
What are the Stages of Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal disease (gum disease) is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in Los Angeles. Fortunately, recognizing the signs of and treating periodontal disease quickly can help prevent bone loss and permanent damage to your smile. Understanding the early stages of...
