5 Periodontal Recovery Tips
Periodontal surgery is not a walk in the park. How can it be? Someone is prodding, cutting, and generally doing things to your gums that are not natural and frankly, pretty invasive. Anesthetics make the procedure comfortable, but what happens afterward? You have...Gingivectomy v Gingivoplasty
If you are getting a gingivectomy, you probably have the beginning stages of gum disease. The procedure is not elective. If you are getting a gingivoplasty, you are probably not happy with the appearance of your gums and want a more attractive smile. The procedure is...LANAP® v Traditional Gum Surgery
Periodontal disease is successfully treated with a combination of scaling and root-planing. Pockets of infection are prodded and cleaned with antiseptic solutions and antibiotics, new bone growth is generated, and the gum tissue gets reattached. The recent...How Effective is Scaling and Root Planing
Healthy gum tissue fits tightly around each tooth. When bacterial plaque and tartar accumulate around and under the gums – causing inflammation – periodontal disease develops. Scaling, also known as deep cleaning, removes plaque and tartar (hardened plaque) above and...What is Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery?
As the name indicates, periodontal cosmetic surgery enhances a person’s appearance. While most people think of oral surgery as something designed to rectify disease, various periodontal procedures correct disfigurements or other variants in the jawbone and teeth that...What is the Best Choice for Implants in 2021?
Like all procedures, dental implant surgery has evolved. The truth is, there is no “best” option when it comes to dental implants. Each person is different and should discuss the pros and cons with a highly qualified a dental implant specialist....What Can You NOT Do After Implants?
Dental implants have become the saving grace for people with tooth loss. The old dentures that slip and slide and cause irritation and embarrassment are a thing of the past. Everyone can now have teeth that look natural and preserve the beautiful smile you once had....Gum Tissue Graft Surgery: Procedure and Recovery
Most tooth loss results from bad gums. Too many times gum issues get ignored until it’s too late. The tooth is loose, and little can be done to save it. But all is not lost. It is possible, with modern dental techniques, to restore gums to a healthy state. If...What is a Dental Crown Lengthening Procedure?
The crown is the part of the tooth that sits atop the gums – the pearly whites that make up your smile. Sometimes there is not enough crown. Perhaps your tooth is broken below the gum line or has insufficient tooth structure for restoration. In this case, the gum,...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.