The periodontists at SmileKrafters are able to offer a variety of treatment methods to maintain the health of the teeth and gums. At SmileKrafters our experienced team of gum specialists are ready to treat all of these problems.Periodontists help with issues such as gum disease and infected gums, tooth and bone loss. At SmileKrafters, it is never too late to get the smile you've always wanted!
Gingivitis
Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gingival/gum tissue without loss of supporting bone. Gingivitis is usually caused by bacterial plaque that accumulates in the small gaps between the gums and the teeth. Brushing and flossing on a daily basis and going to your dentist every 6 months for your regular cleanings could prevent this from happening.If gingivitis is left untreated, it can result in periodontitis, the severe inflammation of gum tissue along with loss of supporting bone around the teeth. It is the stage after gingivitis if left untreated.
Gum Disease
Some of the signs of gum disease are:
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Redness or bleeding of gums while brushing teeth, using dental floss or biting into hard food.
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Recurring gum swelling
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Halitosis, or bad breath, and a persistent metallic taste in the mouth
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Gingival recession, resulting in apparent lengthening of teeth. (This may also be caused by heavy handed brushing or with a stiff tooth brush.)
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Deep pockets between the teeth and the gums.
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Loose teeth, in the later stages
Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure performed by a periodontist to expose a greater amount of tooth structure for the purpose of restoring the tooth. The procedure can be used to help a crown fit better or it to treat the appearance of a gummy smile.
Gum Contouring
Healthy, well-contoured, pink gum tissue compliments and frames the teeth. The esthetic framing of the gum tissue is as important to the teeth as a quality frame is to a painting. Gum tissue that is red and swollen and asymmetrical in appearance detracts from teeth that are otherwise healthy. If your teeth look small or short gum contoring may be a solution for you. A cosmetic gum lift is a remarkably simple cosmetic procedure that can make a tremendous difference to one's smile. Our in-house team of gum specialists ensure that your experience is as pain-free as possible.
Dental Implants
Dental implants can be used to replace a missing tooth or teeth. Although there are a number of restorative options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as implants. Dental implants are stronger and more durable than other solutions, like bridges or dentures. Implants offer a permanent solution to tooth loss. The dental implants utilized at SmileKrafters are virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. Our team here at SmileKrafters uses the most recent and state-of-the-art technology in placing your implants. Our in house oral surgeon and periodontist/gum specialist utilize this incredible technology to place the implants.
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