From Our Office to Yours… The replacement of missing teeth with dental implants has become the standard of care for treating many cases of missing teeth. Even with reported implant success rates of 90% to 98%, attendant reports of implant failure due to peri-implant disease are increasing. The disease begins initially as peri-implant mucositis, a… Read More about the article
Conscious Sedation: Anxiety Control to Put Your Mind at Ease Your dental professional may have recommended conscious sedation to ensure that you are comfortable and relaxed during your procedure. Conscious sedation is a safe, drug induced state in which you are conscious and pleasantly relaxed yet free offear, anxiety, and apprehension. It is different than… Read More about the article
Control diabetes with a toothbrush? If you or someone you know has diabetes, you already understand that it is important for diabetic patients to monitor the status of their disease and keep it under control with diet and exercise. However, maintaining good oral health can also have a significant impact on the control of diabetes…. Read More about the article
You already know that visiting your dental professional regularly for a check-up and cleaning is an essential part of keeping your oral health at its best. However, these visits may not specifically look for signs of periodontal disease. The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) recommends that you receive a comprehensive periodontal evaluation, or CPE, annually… Read More about the article
The Gallardo PerioDontaLetter Dr. John Paul Gallardo, Periodontics and Implant Dentistry Histologic Evaluation of an Nd: YAG Laser- Assisted New Attachment Procedure in Humans Raymond A. Yukna. DMD, MS* Ronald L Carr, DDS** Gerald H Evans. DDS” This report presents histologic results in humans following a taser-assistec/new attachment procedure (LANAP®) for the treatment of periodontal… Read More about the article
