Does smoking increase your risk of developing gum disease?
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, smokers have over double the risk of gum disease and are four times more likely to have it advance to advanced periodontal disease. This is why it’s so important, to be honest about your smoking during a dental exam...Crown Lengthening Dental Procedure: Preparation, Procedure, and Recovery
Many people are self-conscious about their teeth being short because of their gummy smile. Your teeth may be the proper length, but your gums need to be corrected to improve your smile. At Think Oral Implants and Periodontics, Dr. Ting can perform crown lengthening by...
When Should You Visit a Hospital for Dental Problems?
The dental health field has vastly improved in the last century. Developments like water fluoridation and improved toothpaste formulations allow most people to maintain proper dental hygiene and health. That being said, there are still other dental problems that...Can I make my receding gums grow back?
Gum recession occurs when gum tissue pulls away, which exposes some of the tooth. When this occurs, pockets can form between the teeth and the gumline, making it easy for bacteria to accumulate. When this is left untreated, the supporting tissue and bone structure of...Think Oral Implants and Periodontics
Dr. Ting and the team at Think Oral Implants and Periodontics serve patients in Paoli, Malvern, Berwyn, Fox Chase, Elkins Park, Jenkins Town and the surrounding Pennsylvania communities with advanced periodontal procedures and dental implant treatments. Dr. Ting can address a variety of periodontal challenges that can negatively impact a patient’s dental health as well as their overall health.