Will Periodontal Treatment Stop Bone Loss?
We tend to think of our bones as pretty well fixed. When it comes to periodontal disease, bones are just as susceptible to damage as is gum tissue. If left untreated, periodontal disease eats away at your jawbone. The result is tooth loss, more disease, and pain. The...Is Periodontal Disease Reversible?
As with any disease, when caught in its early stages, the chances of reversing or curing periodontal disease improve. So, if your dentist diagnoses you with the first periodontal disease stage, known as gingivitis, your chances of nipping it in the bud are good. In...Should you Call a Periodontist for Your Gum Disease?
Gum disease is the primary cause of tooth loss. The disturbing part is that you might not even know you have it until it’s too late. Yes, your gums have been bleeding a bit, but it’s nothing serious, or so you think. Unless you see a professional, you...Why You May Need to See a Periodontist for Your Gum Disease
A periodontist such as Dr. Ting at Think Oral Implants and Periodontics recognizes the early signs of gum disease and can treat it properly. Periodontal disease is a gum infection that is caused by poor oral health care. When gum disease is left untreated, it can lead...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.