Posts Tagged ‘periodontal treatment’
Can a Loose Tooth Be Saved? What Modern Periodontal Treatment Can Do
A loose tooth can be alarming. Many people assume it’s only a matter of time before it falls out or needs to be extracted. Fortunately, that’s not always the case. Thanks to advances in periodontal care, many loose teeth can be stabilized and in some cases, saved when treatment begins early. One of the most…
Read MoreGenetics and Your Smile: Is Gum Disease Hereditary?
Can Gum Disease Run in the Family? Despite your diligent oral care routine, if you find yourself grappling with bleeding gums or periodontal issues, it’s important to consider the role of genetics in gum disease. This understanding can empower you to take proactive steps to protect your oral health. At Marielaina Perrone DDS in Henderson,…
Read MoreMy Smile Makeover with Marielaina Perrone, DDS
I had always been self-conscious about my smile. Growing up, I endured teasing about my crooked teeth and the noticeable gaps that made me reluctant to smile in photos or social gatherings. As an adult, I finally decided it was time for a change. I had heard wonderful things about Marielaina Perrone, DDS through friends,…
Read MoreCan Receding Gums Regrow Back?
Receding gum tissue can be an issue especially as we get older. Normal healthy gum tissue will follow snugly against the conforms of our teeth. Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue recedes or pulls away from teeth exposing the root below. This creates an esthetic issue as well as a functional one. The roots…
Read MoreStages of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease (or commonly called gum disease) is a very serious and chronic dental infection of the periodontal tissues that can result in the breakdown of the tissue and the loss of bone that surrounds and supports your teeth. This dental infection disease begins when bacteria and plaque form a sticky biofilm on your teeth and causes…
Read MoreEmdogain: Treatment of Periodontal Disease
The #1 goal of periodontal disease treatment is to allow for re formation of and re attachment of the periodontal tissues. The best way (and least invasive) is via regeneration or regrowth. There have been various products come to market over the years that have been considered the next immediate fix in regenerative periodontal therapy. Very few have ever…
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