Exposed tooth roots are the result of gum recession. Gum graft surgery will repair the defect and help to prevent additional recession...

What is fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral found in soil, water (both fresh and salt) and various foods. How does fluoride prevent tooth...

What causes tooth decay? Tooth decay happens when the bacteria in plaque feeds on the sugar in our diet to produce acid that can cause...

Do you have sensitive teeth? Tooth sensitivity happens when the protective enamel on teeth is damaged. Enamel protects the more delicate...

Your teeth are covered with a sticky film called plaque that can contribute to tooth decay and gum disease. Plaque contains bacteria,...

If you’re missing all of your teeth, full mouth dental implants can replace your teeth as well as well as some of their roots. Full mouth...

This procedure is a team effort between you, your dentist and your periodontist. Your periodontist and dentist will consult with you to...

Scaling and root planing is a deep cleaning below the gumline used to treat gum disease. Gum disease is caused by a sticky film of...

During your periodontal treatment we do everything possible to create a comfortable and relaxed environment best suited for each patient....

Research has shown that periodontal disease is associated with several other diseases. For a long time it was thought that bacteria was...