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As a board certified periodontist, Dr. Peter Smith offers a comprehensive range of periodontal treatments. Our expert team is here to provide the best care for a comfortable experience.
Dental implant technology makes it possible to replace a lost tooth with one that looks natural and lasts a lifetime. Dr. Smith uses advanced CT-guided placement for precise results.
Read moreCosmetic gum grafting is a procedure used to fix teeth that have seemingly grown too long. Grafting helps stop the gum from receding any further and restores a youthful smile.
Read moreCrown lengthening is a common surgery performed to expose more of the tooth's structure so that it can be restored prosthetically. It is also used to correct a "gummy smile."
Read moreThe procedure of bone grafting consists of the removal of bone from one area and grafting it to another. This procedure is in many cases a last resort to save the tooth.
Read moreA guided tissue regeneration is a dental procedure which aims at covering the exposed root surface of the teeth and preventing further bone and tissue loss.
Read moreA dental pocket, known as a periodontal pocket, is the area formed beneath the gum where it meets the teeth. This procedure folds gum tissue back to remove bacteria and smooth bone.
Read moreDeep cleaning for periodontal disease that removes hardened plaque below the gum line and smooths tooth surfaces so plaque does not stick. Effective for mild gum disease and gingivitis.
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Dental implant technology makes it possible to replace a lost tooth with one that looks natural and lasts a lifetime. The process involves several steps:
Cosmetic gum grafting restores a youthful smile and protects teeth from further recession. Gums may recede with age or periodontal disease, causing sensitivity and an uneven appearance.
The procedure uses tissue from the palate or a donor, securing it with adhesive or stitches. Recovery typically takes about a week, and antiseptic mouthwash is used to aid healing.
Crown lengthening exposes more of the tooth's structure for prosthetic restoration. It is needed for broken teeth, decay below the gum line, or to correct a "gummy smile."
Preparation includes consultation, X-rays, cleaning, and temporary crown placement. The procedure involves local anesthesia, lifting gums, removing tissue and bone as needed, washing, stitching, and aftercare with pain relievers and a soft diet.
When periodontitis progresses to alveolar bone loss, bone grafting may be required. The procedure involves opening the gum, cleaning the disease, and adding graft material from the patient, a donor, or synthetic sources.
After care involves cleaning unaffected teeth, using bacteria-killing rinse, and waiting several months for the graft to integrate before it can support new teeth or implants.
This procedure aims at covering the exposed root surface and preventing further bone and tissue loss. It addresses the progression from poor hygiene to gingivitis, plaque buildup, infection, and gingival recession.
The procedure uses scaling, root conditioning agents, local antibiotics, powdered bone, and a barrier membrane to rebuild lost tissues and restore oral function.
Periodontal disease can create gum pockets that deepen over time. Pocket reduction folds gum tissue back to remove bacteria, tartar, and plaque, then smooths bone contours for reattachment.
Advantages include stopping disease progression and making teeth easier to maintain with regular hygiene.
This deep cleaning procedure removes calculus and tartar buildup that damages supporting structures. Using hand scalers and ultrasonic tools with local anesthesia, the periodontist cleans pockets where gums have pulled away from teeth.
It is most effective for mild gum disease and gingivitis. Good brushing, flossing, and regular dentist visits may prevent the need for this procedure.
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