You may have asked your Periodontist about procedures to improve a "gummy" smile because your teeth appear short. Your teeth may actually be the proper lengths, but they're covered with too much gum tissue. To correct this, Philadelphia periodontist, Dr. I. Stephen Brown performs a gum lengthening procedure often referred to as Cosmetic Crown Lengthening Montgomery County.
During this procedure, excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth. This can be done to one tooth, to even your gum line, or to several teeth to expose a natural, broad smile.
Your dentist or Periodontist may also recommend crown lengthening to make a restorative or cosmetic dental procedure possible. Perhaps your tooth is decayed, broken below the gum line, or has insufficient tooth structure for a restoration, such as a crown or bridge. Crown lengthening adjusts the gum and bone level to expose more of the tooth so it can be restored with a crown or a bridge.
What are the benefits of this procedure?
Whether done to improve function or esthetics, cosmetic crown lengthening often gives patients the benefits of both: a beautiful new smile and improved periodontal health. Patients find that those are the keys to smiling, eating and speaking with comfort and confidence.
To learn more about Tooth Lengthening Philadelphia and many other periodontal and dental implant procedures go to www.theperiogroup.com or call Camden NJ area periodontist, Dr. I. Stephen Brown at 215.735.3660.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Montgomery County Periodontist Provides Tooth Extractions Without Trauma
The offices of Periodontal and Implant Dentistry Specialist Dr. I. Stephen Brown are unconditionally committed to the lifelong retention of natural teeth in function and health. However, as a dental implant specialist, Philadelphia Periodontist, Dr. Stephen Brown is frequently faced with the difficult decision of how to most appropriately manage severely-compromised teeth from a periodontal or restorative standpoint.
The clinical challenges which result from the extraction of periodontally-hopeless teeth are profound. Treatment planning and atraumatic management of extration sites must focus upon the retention or re-creation of sufficient volume of bone and soft tissue and adequate crestal height and contours to achieve esthetic and functional restorations.
It is extremely important to envision a functionally and cosmetically acceptable tooth replacement and consider ridge preservation or immediate implant placement before the removal of any tooth. Patients are encouraged to consult with Dr. I. Stephen Brown regardging the most efficient way to handle such treatment and to click here to read more about atraumatic extraction and ridge preservation.
By anticipating the possibility of alveolar loss subsequent to the extraction of a tooth, Camden, NJ dental implant specialist Dr. I. Stephen Brown can also minimize the number of surgical procedures a patient may have to endure to achieve optimal treatment results.
The clinical challenges which result from the extraction of periodontally-hopeless teeth are profound. Treatment planning and atraumatic management of extration sites must focus upon the retention or re-creation of sufficient volume of bone and soft tissue and adequate crestal height and contours to achieve esthetic and functional restorations.
It is extremely important to envision a functionally and cosmetically acceptable tooth replacement and consider ridge preservation or immediate implant placement before the removal of any tooth. Patients are encouraged to consult with Dr. I. Stephen Brown regardging the most efficient way to handle such treatment and to click here to read more about atraumatic extraction and ridge preservation.
By anticipating the possibility of alveolar loss subsequent to the extraction of a tooth, Camden, NJ dental implant specialist Dr. I. Stephen Brown can also minimize the number of surgical procedures a patient may have to endure to achieve optimal treatment results.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
What Patients are Saying About Montgomery County Periodontist, Dr. Stephen Brown
What Patients are Saying About Philadelphia Periodontist Dr. Stephen Brown:
Patient Testimonials
From beginning to end, my experience with Dr. Brown and his staff could be categorized as first class. Dr. Brown did an outstanding job of restoring my gum tissue and his assistants were always friendly and accommodating. I was also impressed with the high level of professionalism that was demonstrated by his front office staff. Overall, I would rate my experience with Dr. Brown's office as top-notch and would recommend his practice to anyone who is in need of periodontal services.
Arnold Sirull
I regret that I had to go through this experience but now that I have, you were the right people! I sincerely, value and appreciate your patience, expertise, patient focus and support. I wish you each much continued success!
John Creveling
Never have I had a better treatment than Dr. Brown gave to me. I think that his experience makes him an excellent Doctor. Moreover, the staff of Dr. Brown was so friendly with me, giving therefore a comfortable atmosphere. At the beginning I was so afraid; I thought I would never recover my beautiful smile. However, Dr. Brown gave me faith and a beautiful new smile for all my life.
Thank You Very Much Dr. Brown and Staff.
Richard Aguilar
My treatment with Dr. Brown was an unqualified success. I had two surgeries and they both went remarkably well. His staff is both caring and professional and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him any day.
Karen Reibstein
I was undergoing extensive dental work and found I needed implants for a few future teeth. I was recommended to Dr. I. Stephen Brown. I had a consultation with him and he explained everything that needed to be done and he answered all my questions. His staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the work went well. Dr. Brown did a wonderful job putting my implants in and I am very happy with the results. I would recommend Dr. Stephen Brown to anyone who would need his experience.
Connie Hagan
Dr. Brown,
I am very pleased with the way things are turning out. I was overwhelmed and completely uncomfortable by my gums when I first came to you. Thank you for the genuine interest and reassurance that you gave me. It is making a world of difference. Your staff is the friendliest group I’ve ever seen. I feel very fortunate.
Click here to read more patient testimonials and to see what Doctors are saying about their colleage and gum disease expert, Dr. Stephen Brown.
Patient Testimonials
From beginning to end, my experience with Dr. Brown and his staff could be categorized as first class. Dr. Brown did an outstanding job of restoring my gum tissue and his assistants were always friendly and accommodating. I was also impressed with the high level of professionalism that was demonstrated by his front office staff. Overall, I would rate my experience with Dr. Brown's office as top-notch and would recommend his practice to anyone who is in need of periodontal services.
Arnold Sirull
I regret that I had to go through this experience but now that I have, you were the right people! I sincerely, value and appreciate your patience, expertise, patient focus and support. I wish you each much continued success!
John Creveling
Never have I had a better treatment than Dr. Brown gave to me. I think that his experience makes him an excellent Doctor. Moreover, the staff of Dr. Brown was so friendly with me, giving therefore a comfortable atmosphere. At the beginning I was so afraid; I thought I would never recover my beautiful smile. However, Dr. Brown gave me faith and a beautiful new smile for all my life.
Thank You Very Much Dr. Brown and Staff.
Richard Aguilar
My treatment with Dr. Brown was an unqualified success. I had two surgeries and they both went remarkably well. His staff is both caring and professional and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend him any day.
Karen Reibstein
I was undergoing extensive dental work and found I needed implants for a few future teeth. I was recommended to Dr. I. Stephen Brown. I had a consultation with him and he explained everything that needed to be done and he answered all my questions. His staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the work went well. Dr. Brown did a wonderful job putting my implants in and I am very happy with the results. I would recommend Dr. Stephen Brown to anyone who would need his experience.
Connie Hagan
Dr. Brown,
I am very pleased with the way things are turning out. I was overwhelmed and completely uncomfortable by my gums when I first came to you. Thank you for the genuine interest and reassurance that you gave me. It is making a world of difference. Your staff is the friendliest group I’ve ever seen. I feel very fortunate.
Click here to read more patient testimonials and to see what Doctors are saying about their colleage and gum disease expert, Dr. Stephen Brown.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Philadelphia Periodontist Dr. Stephen Brown discusses who is a candidate for dental implants
Dr. Stephen Brown recently was interviewed by Randy Alvarez of the Wellness Hour, the leader in Medical News and Information. Dr. Brown is the premier periodontist in Philadelphia and has several academic appointments. Playing this video will show people looking for dental implants Philadelphia all they need to know.
Click here to play to learn about Philadelphia dental implants
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Initial Periodontal Therapy in the General Practice
A quality periodontal program in Philadelphia PA requires coordinated efforts between the patient, general dentist, hygienist and Montgomery County periodontist, Dr. I. Stephen Brown. It is important that the periodontal program include periodontal examinations on all patients, documentation of all clinical findings, continued assessment of the patient's periodontal status and that patients are aware of their current situation and recommended treatment needs.
The benefit of a soft tissue management program are generally well known and include:
-Helping patients to reduce or eliminate existing periodontal disease.
-Building rapport with new patients.
-Exhibiting quality care, enhancing patient education, informing patients of their periodontal status, satisfying legal requirements.
-Maintaining periodontal stability.
-Determining which patients need to be referred to the Periodontist.
-Improving the predictability of restorative care by creating a better environment in which to perform restorative dentistry.
Follow this link to learn more about The Team Concept of Managing the Periodontal Patient, Philadelphia, PA Montgomery County Camden NJ.
The benefit of a soft tissue management program are generally well known and include:
-Helping patients to reduce or eliminate existing periodontal disease.
-Building rapport with new patients.
-Exhibiting quality care, enhancing patient education, informing patients of their periodontal status, satisfying legal requirements.
-Maintaining periodontal stability.
-Determining which patients need to be referred to the Periodontist.
-Improving the predictability of restorative care by creating a better environment in which to perform restorative dentistry.
Follow this link to learn more about The Team Concept of Managing the Periodontal Patient, Philadelphia, PA Montgomery County Camden NJ.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Philadelphia Gum Tissue Regeneration Procedures
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.
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.
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.
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