Patients who have been diagnosed with advanced periodontal disease need to get it treated promptly. Unfortunately, many people put off treating periodontal disease because the treatment options for advanced gum disease, usually a bone graft procedure, is painful and time-consuming. At least that was what it was like in the past. Now, thanks to Emdogain […]
Undergoing a dental procedure known as a deep cleaning or scaling and root planning is just the first step in treating periodontal disease. After getting a deep clean you will then have to schedule regular appointments for periodontal maintenance. Learn more about why periodontal maintenance is needed and what you can expect to happen during […]
With 2019 rapidly approaching, you may be thinking about how you want to improve your health with positive lifestyle changes. Here at Vero Implants & Periodontics, we also want to help you start the new year off on a healthy note, which is why we want to provide you with tips and tricks on maintaining […]
Brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits are essential for everyone, but they’re particularly crucial for people living with rheumatoid arthritis. Studies have shown a strong connection between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gum disease, which can result in tooth loss and other serious health complications. Here’s a closer look at what you need to know about […]
Bone grafting is not a procedure that can be simply performed the minute you walk into an oral surgeon’s office. There are specific steps that must be taken to prepare you for this dental procedure. Failure to follow any pre-procedure instructions could result in complications arising during the bone grafting procedure or it could require […]
Take a quick look in your mouth. All may seem well inside, but all along the gum line a silent and extremely dangerous disease could be lurking – periodontal disease. Periodontal disease isn’t some spooky story or myth made up by the dental community to encourage you to brush, floss and schedule regular checkups. It […]
If a dentist has recommended a complete oral reconstruction, you may be wondering what is involved and why it is necessary. The following is a comprehensive guide that will not only explain what a complete oral reconstruction is, but talk about why it is needed and what happens when one is being performed. What is […]
Dental implants are a great long-term solution for people who have lost teeth due to injury or advanced periodontal disease. While it would be ideal that all dental implants can be placed as soon as a person decides they want to go with this procedure that isn’t always possible. Sometimes a surgical procedure known as […]
The first reaction people often have when they discover they have gum disease is shock. It is such a shocking discovery because there are very few, if any, symptoms that appear. The symptoms that do appear are ones that can easily be ignored or mistaken for other problems. Learning more about the signs and symptoms […]
Gum disease is a common condition in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), affecting nearly half the adult population. Gum disease can affect the health of other body systems and organs, including your colon. In fact, it can even increase your risk of colon cancer. Colon health is […]
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