Procedures

Ridge and Sinus Augmentation Ridge Augmentation Ridge Augmentation ProcedureSometimes after an extraction, a sunken spot or concave appearance will develop in your gum line. This looks unsightly and can also jeopardize the appearance of a bridge that goes over the area. Grafting material can be inserted under the gum to fill out this depression. Ridge…

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Gummy Smile – Short Teeth Treatment Sometimes the teeth are quite small in relation to the gum tissue. This can create an unattractive “gummy” smile. An uneven gum line can also be distracting. The gum line, and the bone just beneath the gum line, can be lowered to change the appearance of your smile. This…

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Crown Lengthening Crown Lengthening ProcedureThe “crown” is the part of a tooth visible above the gumline.  Sometimes more of the tooth below the gums must be exposed to fill a cavity near the gumline or place a new crown on a tooth.  “Crown lengthening” provides more tooth structure  to ensure that the general dental procedure…

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Gum Recession and Tissue Grafting Functional Soft Tissue Grafting Normally gum tissue surrounds and protects the delicate roots of your teeth. Receding gums expose tooth roots which then are prone to tooth decay, root canals, discoloration and actual jawbone loss. All of this can lead to tooth loss in advanced cases. Functional Soft Tissue Grafting…

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Advanced Sedation Dentistry Not many patients get excited about their upcoming oral surgery or dental procedures. Many experience anxiety or put off treatment until the problem worsens. We offer sedation dentistry to help ease your mind and keep you relaxed throughout your procedure. Your comfort during treatment is one of our highest priorities. Our doctors…

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Patient Comfort Patient Education Our goal is to provide you with excellent care in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Toward that end, we use the most current periodontal procedures, instruments, medications, and sterilization techniques. We also work closely with your general dentist to ensure continuity of care.  We want you to be completely informed of…

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Bone Grafting Bone Grafting Procedure Your jawbone is what supports your teeth and gums. Unfortunately, severe periodontal infection dissolves parts of your jawbone. This bone loss can eventually lead to the loss of your teeth. The first step of treatment is to remove the periodontal disease, which halts the bone loss. Then we repair the…

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