Crown lengthening is a common procedure done under local anesthesia to remove or reshape gum tissue, bone (or both) to expose more of the remaining tooth or teeth. It can be performed on one or more teeth on the gum line. This treatment is often recommended if you have a...
Read more » When it comes to taking care of the oral tissues, one of the things that often comes up is a frenectomy. This dental surgical procedure is done to remove a section of the frenulum, that small fold of mucous membrane which joins the floor of the mouth to the midline...
Read more » Periodontal (gum) disease is the number one cause of bone loss in the mouth. If you are experiencing gum disease, you can have chronic bacterial infections that impact your gum tissue as well as the supportive bone material underneath. Once plaque (the sticky bacterial film in the mouth) reaches beneath...
Read more » A habit of poor oral hygiene often leads to dangerous amounts of tartar on your gum line, which is a common cause of gum disease. This periodontal infection needs to be treated early on to reduce inflammation before it causes your gums to recede from the teeth and create harmful...
Read more » If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to...
Read more » What can you do to avoid periodontal disease and the increased risks to your health? Here are some answers for you: Step 1. At-home Care This part is simple and easy to follow. Be sure to brush your teeth at least twice each day for two minutes with a soft-bristled...
Read more » While everyone is vulnerable to gum disease–men, women, and children–research has shown that men tend to have a higher risk of gum disease. Why? Perhaps because they are not seeing a dentist regularly or are not as consistent with good oral hygiene habits. Let’s take a closer look at periodontitis...
Read more » If you have questions about gum tissues, then our periodontist, Dr. Daniela Zambon, would like to help you find the answers. The more you know about your gums, the better chance you have of properly cleaning and caring for them regularly. So, to help you find the answers you need,...
Read more » If you deal with dental anxiety, which means you tend to feel nervous, anxious and stressed in the dental chair, then it’s time to figure out how to solve it! You deserve to feel comfortable, relaxed and confident in the dental chair. Our dentist, Dr. Daniela Zambon, is happy to...
Read more » Gum disease is a complex dental issue that has two stages. The first stage is gingivitis and the second stage is periodontitis. The disease is caused by a buildup of plaque (a white, sticky film) on the teeth and gumline and the failure to remove that plaque as needed. Our...
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