Your bone and gum tissue should fit snugly around your teeth like a turtleneck collar around your neck. When you have periodontal disease in Philadelphia, PA, the supporting gum tissue and bone is destroyed. Eventually, if too much bone is lost, the teeth may have to be extracted. Regenerative procedures are often recommended to regain some of the lost hard (bone) and soft (gum) tissues which have been lost.
These procedures can reverse some or all of the damage naturally, by stimulating your body to reproduce the lost tissue. After painlessly removing the disease causing bacteria, bone grafts or tissue-stimulating proteins can be used to encourage your body's natural ability to regenerate bone and tissue.
What are the benefits of these procedures?
Eliminating existing bacteria and regenerating gum and bone tissue help to reduce pocket depth and repair the damage caused by the progression of periodontal disease. With a combination of daily oral hygiene and professional maintenance care, you increase the chances of keeping your natural teeth and are less likely to experience the serious health problems associated with periodontal disease Montgomery County.
To read more about these procedures visit Philadelphia periodontist, Dr. Stephen Brown at www.theperiogroup.com.
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Friday, April 17, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
What is Implant Dentistry? Learn the Many Advantages of Dental Implants in Philadelphia
Dental implants are man-made replacements for natural teeth. The implants themselves are artificial tooth roots carefully and painlessly placed in the gum or jawbone. Replacement teeth are then permanently secured to the implants. The benefits are remarkable. They look, feel and function like your natural teeth!
When implant supported teeth are placed in the mouth, it permits you to brush your teeth without having to deal with the embarrassment of removable teeth or unpleasant adhesives. Another benefit is not having to cut down adjacent teeth to facilitate a conventional fixed (tooth supported) bridge. One of the many advantages of dental implants is that they preserve rather than compromise your teeth, gums and jaw bone.
Implants provide a solid foundation of support for permanent, non-removable teeth. Increased chewing ability means you can enjoy more nutritious foods, which contributes to your overall health and well-being. In short, dental implants improve the quality of your life.
Implants can enhance your appearance, boost your self-confidence, and allow you to speak with greater clarity. Another advantage of dental implants is that they stop the continuous loss of jaw bone that rapidly occurs after teeth have been removed. This is an unfortunate natural process that can only be stopped by providing a permanent method of tooth replacement.
Dental implants are usually placed by Periodontists or Oral Surgeons. Successful implant treatment is dependent upon the implant surgeon creating a team of professionals: a surgeon who places the implant, a restorative dentist who is responsible for tooth replacements, and a dental laboratory technician who fabricates cosmetically pleasing teeth. Excellent collaboration between the three disciplines insures a comfortable, functional and cosmetically pleasing tooth replacement.
It’s a modern miracle, but one which has revolutionized the tooth replacement process. If you’ve lost one or more teeth, ask your dentist if you are a candidate for dental implants.
Questions? Ask Dr. Brown.
When implant supported teeth are placed in the mouth, it permits you to brush your teeth without having to deal with the embarrassment of removable teeth or unpleasant adhesives. Another benefit is not having to cut down adjacent teeth to facilitate a conventional fixed (tooth supported) bridge. One of the many advantages of dental implants is that they preserve rather than compromise your teeth, gums and jaw bone.
Implants provide a solid foundation of support for permanent, non-removable teeth. Increased chewing ability means you can enjoy more nutritious foods, which contributes to your overall health and well-being. In short, dental implants improve the quality of your life.
Implants can enhance your appearance, boost your self-confidence, and allow you to speak with greater clarity. Another advantage of dental implants is that they stop the continuous loss of jaw bone that rapidly occurs after teeth have been removed. This is an unfortunate natural process that can only be stopped by providing a permanent method of tooth replacement.
Dental implants are usually placed by Periodontists or Oral Surgeons. Successful implant treatment is dependent upon the implant surgeon creating a team of professionals: a surgeon who places the implant, a restorative dentist who is responsible for tooth replacements, and a dental laboratory technician who fabricates cosmetically pleasing teeth. Excellent collaboration between the three disciplines insures a comfortable, functional and cosmetically pleasing tooth replacement.
It’s a modern miracle, but one which has revolutionized the tooth replacement process. If you’ve lost one or more teeth, ask your dentist if you are a candidate for dental implants.
Questions? Ask Dr. Brown.
Friday, April 10, 2009
What is Periodontal Disease?
The word periodontal literally means "around the tooth." Periodontal diseases, more commonly known as gum disease, are a family of serious bacterial infections that destroy the attachment fibers and supporting bone that hold your teeth in your mouth. Left untreated, these diseases can lead to tooth loss. Periodontal Disease is characterized by many unpleasant side effects: gums that are swollen, red, and frequently bleed during tooth-brushing, bad breath, and tooth sensitivity. In its early stages, gum disease is called gingivitis. During these early stages, gum disease is more easily treatable than when it has gone unattended for a period of time.
Good oral care not only helps prevent gum disease, it may also help prevent serious medical diseases as well. Studies have shown that gum infections increase the risk of heart disease by up to 170%, fatal coronary disease by 50%, strokes by 300%, and pre-term births by 700%. They also increase the risk of diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. A healthy mouth, free of periodontal disease is an investment in your overall health as well. Find out more about the Periodontal Disease general health connection.
It’s easy to do a “Self Evaluation” to find out if you have any of the Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease. If you would like to have more detailed information on Periodontal Disease contact Dr. Stephen Brown directly.
Good oral care not only helps prevent gum disease, it may also help prevent serious medical diseases as well. Studies have shown that gum infections increase the risk of heart disease by up to 170%, fatal coronary disease by 50%, strokes by 300%, and pre-term births by 700%. They also increase the risk of diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. A healthy mouth, free of periodontal disease is an investment in your overall health as well. Find out more about the Periodontal Disease general health connection.
It’s easy to do a “Self Evaluation” to find out if you have any of the Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease. If you would like to have more detailed information on Periodontal Disease contact Dr. Stephen Brown directly.
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