Park Lane Periodontal and Dental Implant Group Blog

For centuries, people have relied on durable, natural looking dentures to replace missing teeth. But although they offer unprecedented perks like allowing you to eat a wider range of nutritious foods, smile confidently, and speak clearly, these prosthetics aren’t without their drawbacks. If you wear dentures but are tired of dealing with the hassle of soaking them, removing them overnight, uncomfortable sores, and embarrassing slippage, you may be an excellent candidate for implant dentures. Here’s a closer look at this treatment, and how it can give you all the things you love about your current prosthetics without any of the drawbacks!

If you have suffered extensive tooth loss, or your natural teeth are in poor condition, your care team might recommend that you rebuild your smile with dental implants. Specifically, All-on-4 treatment offers a streamlined way to replace a full arch of missing teeth. But what should you know about this treatment before you move forward? This blog post explores its top pros and cons.

Pregnancy is a time when many women become especially focused on protecting their health and the health of their growing baby. If you are missing one or more teeth, you may wonder whether it is safe to begin dental implant treatment during pregnancy. While dental implants are generally considered a safe and effective tooth replacement option, most dentists recommend postponing implant surgery until after pregnancy whenever possible.

Understanding why treatment is often delayed can help expectant mothers make informed decisions about their oral health.

Did you know that advanced gum disease, also known as periodontitis, is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults? If bacteria in your mouth penetrate your connective tissues, it can trigger an infection that can eventually become so severe that your gums recede to escape it. This leaves your teeth without sufficient support to remain firmly in place.

Your periodontist can help prevent this by performing a gum graft to restore damaged tissues, but many patients worry their procedure will hurt. Continue reading to learn more about what to expect so you can set your mind at ease!

Gum disease is very common, but it is still natural if you feel some alarm when you are diagnosed with it. It is important that you try to get ahead of the problem in order to preserve your oral and overall health! A periodontist is a gum specialist who can design an effective treatment plan. What questions should you ask them during your consultation? This blog post contains helpful suggestions.

If you’re like most dental patients, you see bacteria as nothing but trouble for your smile. These microorganisms are the source of tooth decay, oral infections, and more; they surely can’t do anything good. Even so, the reality is that probiotics can fight off gum disease. Getting more of them in your diet would help your ailing gums heal and recover. If you’d like details, just let your Dallas periodontist explain things in the summary below.

Facial pain can be confusing, especially when it feels like it’s coming from your upper teeth. Many people are surprised to learn that sinus issues can mimic a toothache. Because the roots of your upper back teeth sit close to your sinus cavities, inflammation or infection in the sinuses can create dental-like discomfort. Knowing the difference can help you seek the right treatment.

Sometimes certain preliminary procedures may need to be completed before you can qualify for dental implants. In particular, if you want to replace the molars or premolars in your upper jaw, you might have to undergo a procedure known as a sinus lift. To make sure you have all the information you need to make the right choices for your smile, here’s a closer look at what a sinus lift is, why it’s sometimes necessary, and how it works.

Dental implants are one of the most durable and natural-looking ways to replace missing teeth, but not everyone is immediately ready for placement. In some cases, your dentist may recommend a bone graft beforehand. Even though this extra step may sound intimidating, it plays an important role in helping your implant stay secure and successful for many years.

If you’re currently unable to have a veneer or dental crown placed due to an excessive amount of gum tissue, your dentist or periodontist may recommend crown lengthening. This treatment involves carefully removing any gum tissue that’s not needed in order to create the necessary room for a restoration. To make sure that you’re fully prepared, here is a step-by-step look at what will happen.