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Alarming Signs of Periodontal Disease



Periodontal disease or Periodontitis is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth. It is the inflammation of the supporting tissues of the teeth caused by specific microorganisms, resulting in progressive destruction of the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone with pocket formation, recession or both.

Reconstructive Dental Surgery

The mouth is a sensitive area. As a result of poor hygiene, external physical trauma or even genetics, it can give rise to varying degrees of pain and can even be a source of poor self-image. Missing teeth, too much space between teeth (diastema), overcrowding of teeth, temporomandibular joint disorders, jaw injuries, deteriorated gums, mismatch between the upper teeth and the lower teeth are some of the problems that can arise. Reconstructive dental surgery is often required to correct these anomalies.

New Laser Technique to Treat Periodontal (Gum) Disease

Not wanting to resemble one of his former patients, Davis put off Weeks’ recommendation for surgery. But earlier this year during a visit to Weeks’ office, Davis learned about a new technique to treat periodontal disease – Laser Assisted New Attachment Program (LANAP) developed by Millennium Dental Technologies.

The Truth about Teeth Cleaning and Deep Tooth Cleaning



As for personal dental care teeth cleaning is, of course, the most beneficial thing you can do to your teeth and minimize dentist visits. Most people have been teeth brushing twice to thrice a day since childhood. But because teeth brushing is such a daily routine few people actually stop and think about the proper way of doing it.