Bridges
When a tooth is not replaced, the remaining teeth can drift ---- this can lead to cavities, gum disease, and premature loss of other teeth.
To replace a missing tooth, the adjacent teeth are prepared, and an impression is taken. Later, the BRIDGE is put in to replace the missing tooth.
Implants
Dental implants work by mimicking the structure of natural teeth, so the condition of your mouth can affect the success of your implant procedure. Like natural teeth, most dental implants are secured in the jawbone. If your mouth is healthy, you're likely to be a good candidate for dental implants.
Your natural teeth are stable biting and chewing surfaces because they are supported by your jawbone. This will also be true of your dental implant. Successful dental implants become firmly embedded in the jaw, providing a chewing surface almost as secure as that of natural teeth.
Functional Crown Lengthening
 Periodontal procedures are available to lay the groundwork for restorative and cosmetic dentistry and/or to improve the health and esthetics of your smile.
Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure that recontours the gum tissue and often the underlying bone surrounding one or more teeth so that an adequate amount of healthy tooth is exposed. Crown lengthening is often used as part of a treatment plan for a tooth that is to be fitted with a crown. This procedure provides the necessary space between the supporting bone and crown, preventing the new crown from damaging gum tissues and bone.
Your dentist or periodontist may also recommend crown lengthening in order to make a restorative procedure possible. If a tooth is badly worn, decayed or fractured below the gum line, crown lengthening adjusts the gum and bone levels to gain access to more of the tooth so it can be restored.
What are the benefits of this procedure?
Functional crown lengthening is an important part of an integrated effort to optimize your health, appearance, comfort and function. A beautiful new smile and improved periodontal health are your keys to smiling, eating and speaking with comfort and confidence.
Endodontics - Single Canal
Endodontics - Multi-Canal
Periodontal Bone Surgery
Periodontal Treatment, Gingevectomy
Surgical Techniques
Using various surgical techniques, the dentist lifts the gum away to reach areas that require the removal of tartar and plaque, which cause chronic infection and delay healing. The tooth root is cleaned and smoothed. The gums are sutured back into place or into a new position that will be easier to keep clean at home.
Bone surgery may be used to rebuild or reshape bone that has been destroyed. Grafts of the patient’s bone or artificial bone may be used, as well as the use of membranes. The dentist may use splints or other appliances to stabilize loose teeth and to guide the regeneration of tissue during healing.
If extensive gum tissue has been lost around the tooth root, a gingival graft may be used. The graft is taken from healthy tissue elsewhere in the mouth.
After surgery, the dentist may apply a periodontal pack over the teeth and gums to prevent contamination and reduce swelling and pain. An antibiotic and mild pain reliever may be prescribed.
If many teeth are involved, the surgery may be performed in more than one session.
Maintenance
Good oral hygiene at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring. Following a period of active therapy, your dentist will want to see you at regular intervals. More frequent visits may be scheduled.
You don’t have to lose teeth to periodontal disease. Brush, clean between teeth, eat a balanced diet and schedule regular dental visits for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
When deep pockets between teeth and gums (4 to 6 mm or greater) are present, it is difficult for the dentist to thoroughly remove plaque and tartar. Patients can seldom, if ever, keep these pockets clean and free of plaque. Consequently, surgery may be needed to restore periodontal health. |
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