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Wisdom Teeth Bothering You? Here’s When You Should Get them Out
Let’s face it. There’s comes a time when your wisdom teeth just might need to come out. After all, through evolution, wisdom teeth are no longer needed to tear meat and chew nuts, as was the case with our ancestors. And now, they can do more harm than good,...
Why Your Gums Shouldn’t Have Pockets and What Your Periodontist Can Do About Them
For healthy mouths, gums should fit snugly around each tooth, with the distance between the gum and the tooth attachment measuring only 1-3 millimeters. However, if you suffer from gum disease, deeper spaces (called periodontal pockets) can form around your teeth. If...
How Oral Health Translates to Total Health
How diligent are you with your oral health and hygiene routine? Do you ever have a long day at work and decide that you just don’t feel like brushing your teeth before falling into bed? Or maybe you’re hit or miss about flossing your teeth every time you brush. If...
How Crown Lengthening Can Give You a Brighter Smile
Nicole Kidman. Katie Couric. Jerry Seinfeld. What do these people have in common, besides talent, success, and a killer work ethic? The answer? Gummy smiles. They’re not alone. Gummy smiles, otherwise known as “excessive gingival exposure” or “excessive gingival...
Gum Disease Can Be a Precursor to These Other, More Serious Diseases
White, sparkling teeth are just a part of what it takes to have a healthy mouth. Healthy gums are another important part of oral health. Your gums are a necessary barrier that helps prevent inflammation from wreaking havoc on your teeth. Brushing twice a day, flossing...
5 Serious Complications from Impacted Wisdom Teeth
The very last molars at the back of the mouth are called “wisdom teeth” because they tend to emerge much later than other teeth, typically in the late teens or early 20’s. Some scientists believe that these late-blooming teeth exist because our ancient ancestors had...
When is the Right Time for a Gum Graft?
Nothing feels worse than being self-conscious about your smile. More often than not, gum recession can lead to a loss in smile confidence. Gum recession (also known as “gingival recession”) refers to the loss of gum tissue along the gumline. Gum loss can make your...
How Stem Cell Therapy is Revolutionizing Periodontistry
Consider the following scenario: treatment innovations have led to the discovery of a scientifically-proven method that increases your body’s own healing capabilities while decreasing the risk of post-operative complications. This method not only helps improve healing...
The True Toll of Gum Disease on Your Dental Health
It seems like everyone in Los Angeles is concerned with having a bright smile, but good oral health is equally important as a beautiful smile. Although it’s generally understood that poor dental care can lead to cavities, there are more serious health problems that...
How to Avoid/Prevent Dry Sockets
From baby teeth to wisdom teeth, the evolution of our teeth marks the journey from being an infant to becoming an adult. And while tooth loss is a normal part of childhood, adult tooth loss in Los Angeles is usually caused by decay, injury, and/or impacted wisdom...
When It’s Time to Let Go of a Tooth
No adult wants to lose a tooth, but sometimes an extraction is the only choice to preserve both oral and general health. Infected teeth and gums are not only a problem themselves, but they can create a cascade of health issues. The bacterial infection can spread to...
Need Gum Surgery? Here’s Why RejuvaGum Lift Is the Right Choice
Based on cosmetic concerns alone, many people will hesitate before smiling if they have receding gums. However, loss of gum tissue can also negatively affect the health of your gums, teeth, and mouth as it often occurs as a result of bad brushing habits and any type...
