Scaling and Root Planing: What to Expect During Deep Cleaning Treatment
If your dentist recently said you need scaling and root planing, you might feel a little nervous. The name sounds aggressive, like someone is going to scrape your teeth with heavy tools. But scaling and root planing is simply a
Do You Need Bone Grafting for Dental Implants? Here’s When and Why
When a periodontist mentions bone grafting, patients often picture a major surgery with a long, painful recovery. The truth is much less dramatic. Bone grafting is a routine, predictable procedure that makes dental implants possible for thousands of patients every
Crown Lengthening: What It Is and Why Your Dentist Might Recommend It
Crown lengthening is a common periodontal procedure that removes a small amount of gum tissue and, in some cases, bone. The goal is to expose more of the tooth’s surface above the gum line. Patients are often referred to a
What Is a Periodontist? (And Why You Might Need One)
It happens more often than you think. You take care of your teeth. But at your last checkup, your general dentist saw something they weren’t comfortable treating themselves. Something with your gums. Or the bone under your teeth. That’s