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I Have a Growth on My Gums: What Should I Do?

Apr 01, 2025

If you just noticed a growth on your gums and are wondering what to do, we’ve got you covered. Learn what causes bumps on your gums, what steps you can take to minimize discomfort, and how we can help address growths on your gums.

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Why Missing Teeth Aren't Just a Cosmetic Issue

Mar 01, 2025

Missing teeth certainly pose cosmetic concerns, but that’s not the only downside. The effects of missing teeth can extend to your physical health too.

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Is Laser Therapy a New Approach in Dentistry?

Feb 01, 2025

Laser therapy in dentistry can replace surgical intervention, but is it a new approach? Not exactly. Learn more about laser therapy, how it's used in dentistry, and how our team uses it.

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4 Popular Cosmetic Treatments for a More Radiant Smile

Jan 13, 2025

If periodontal disease (gum disease) has left you with a smile that you are less than happy with, what are your options? As it turns out, you have several cosmetic options to restore the look and health of your smile. Here are four of them.

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How to Reverse (or Prevent) Severe Gum Disease

Dec 11, 2024

If you have gum disease and are wondering how to reverse it, this article is for you. Learn about the two stages of gum disease, how to reverse the early stage, and how to prevent it from getting worse.

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Recovering From a Sinus Lift: What to Expect

Nov 12, 2024

Replacing missing teeth using dental implants can be particularly challenging if you don’t have enough high quality bone to properly anchor an implant. A procedure called a sinus lift can help.

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5 Reasons to Consider Dental Laser Therapy

Sep 26, 2024

You have a computer in your pocket, cars drive themselves, and your house is smarter than most humans, so it makes sense that your dental care goes high-tech, too. Introducing dental laser therapy and five reasons you should try it.

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How Dental Implants Can Transform Your Smile and Oral Health

Sep 18, 2024

There are many reasons why dental implants are becoming the go-to tool for improving smiles and restoring oral health. Here, we review those reasons and why implants are the new gold standard for replacing teeth.

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Dental Implants: Procedure, Recovery, and Tips for Long-Term Care

Aug 13, 2024

You’ve heard that dental implants are game changers when it comes to replacing missing teeth, and you want to learn more. Well, you’ve come to the right place, and we discuss key implant basics here.

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What's Making My Teeth Sensitive to Hot and Cold?

Jul 15, 2024

As the temperatures soar, that glass of cold lemonade or scoop of ice cream becomes even more appealing, except your overly sensitive are ruining the experience. Here’s what might be behind your sensitive teeth.

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Why Are My Gums Always Bleeding?

Jun 13, 2024

More often than not, when you brush your teeth, you’re spitting out blood when you rinse. If you’re trying to figure out why your gums are bleeding, you’re in the right place as we explore this topic in more depth.

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What Your Chronic Bad Breath Is Trying to Tell You

May 03, 2024

Most of us have bad breath from time to time — maybe even every morning — which a quick teeth cleaning can clear up. But chronic bad breath that no amount of cleaning can handle might point to an underlying dental issue.

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Are You a Candidate for a Mini Dental Implant?

Apr 12, 2024

You want all the great benefits of a dental implant, but challenges — chiefly not enough bone — keep this option out of reach. Enter the mini dental implant, which can solve many tooth replacement problems.

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I Have a Loose Tooth — What Should I Do?

Feb 25, 2024

A tooth has become loose in your mouth, and you’re wondering what to do next. The short answer is, “Come see us.” In the longer answer here, we go over some of the important reasons why you should seek help.

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Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?

Feb 09, 2024

You’ve lost a tooth, and you’re looking for the best replacement option. If you want to join the millions who’ve had their teeth successfully replaced with dental implants, there are some rules of thumb.

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Bone Grafting — Fighting Back Against Tooth and Bone Loss

Jan 09, 2024

Did you know that when you lose a tooth, the surrounding bone starts to disappear quite rapidly? Through bone grafting, we can not only stop this loss, we can also create a foundation for replacement teeth.

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5 Tips to Keep Your Gums Healthy in the New Year and Beyond

Dec 02, 2023

Entering a new year is always a good time to make some healthy changes going forward. While gum health might not be glamorous, if you imagine a world without teeth, it’s an important area to address.

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4 Advantages of Laser Therapy

Nov 01, 2023

Your gums can be highly sensitive, which is why we offer laser gum therapy, which is a much better alternative to surgical techniques that cut into these soft tissues. And there are many more benefits.

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What We Can Do If a Dental Implant Fails

Oct 02, 2023

One of the reasons why dental implants are so popular is because of their impressive success rates — about 95%. In the unlikely event a dental implant fails, however, we want you to know there is a solution.

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4 Benefits of Dental Implants

Sep 01, 2023

Each year in the United States, about 5 million dental implants are placed, helping scores of people to reap the many benefits of these replacement teeth. Here, we review four of those benefits.

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Can Gum Recession Be Prevented?

Aug 01, 2023

Either your teeth are getting longer or your gums are shrinking, and you suspect it’s the latter. Gum recession isn’t uncommon, especially as you get older, but is it unavoidable?

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What Conditions in Your Mouth Might Benefit From a Biopsy

Jul 01, 2023

When there are unexplained changes in the soft tissues in your mouth, such as an open sore on the inside of your cheek or white spots on your gums, taking a closer look through a biopsy is a good idea.

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3 Reasons Why Tooth Replacement Is So Important

Jun 01, 2023

Whether you’re missing one tooth or several teeth, finding a suitable replacement goes far beyond restoring your smile. Here’s a look at three very important reasons why you shouldn’t wait to replace missing teeth.

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I Don't Like My Gummy Smile: Can You Help?

May 01, 2023

When you smile, you want your white, bright teeth to take center stage, but your gums are hogging the spotlight. You have what’s called a gummy smile, and we offer a solution for putting the focus back on your teeth.

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4 Stages and Signs of Periodontal Disease

Apr 06, 2023

Recognizing the early signs of periodontitis can mean the difference between preserving your teeth and losing them. Here, we review four warning flags that gum disease may be present and how we stop the problem.

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When Is Bone Grafting Needed?

Mar 06, 2023

Your teeth — whether natural or prosthetics — rely on strong jawbones for support. When that support just isn’t there, bone grafting is the best way to solve the problem. Here’s a look at when bone grafting makes good sense.

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Understanding 3 Types of Gum Biopsies

Feb 22, 2023

One of the most useful tools for diagnosing problems in your gums is a biopsy. Here, we review the three different ways we might conduct this simple procedure.

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When Is a Sinus Lift Necessary?

Jan 23, 2023

You’re anxious to restore the missing tooth, or teeth, with a dental implant or implant-supported dentures, but you don’t have enough bone to anchor these superior prosthetics. With a sinus lift, we can add the necessary bone.

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Why Dental Implants Are the Superior Choice for Replacing Missing Teeth

Dec 23, 2022

There are many good reasons why five million dental implants are placed each year in the United States. Here, we review those reasons and why implants excel in both form and function.

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How We Can Correct a Gummy Smile

Nov 11, 2022

When you smile, you’d prefer that your teeth take center stage and not your gums. If you have a gummy smile, the good news is that we can correct the issues, giving you a smile you’ll be proud to show off.

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What’s a Deep Dental Cleaning and Why Would I Need One?

Oct 31, 2022

Gum disease is one of the most prevalent oral health problems in the United States. A deep dental cleaning can help you fend off gum disease and the tooth decay it causes.

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Gum Disease Prevention: How to Care for Your Teeth & Gums

Jan 20, 2022

When you meet someone new, your smile is one of the first things they see. A great smile makes you more approachable and can help you establish yourself as a friendly person who gets along well with others.

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Implant Dentures: The Benefits of Implant Supported Dentures

Dec 22, 2021

Your smile should be a feature that not only ensures you look your best, but one that improves your quality of life, too. When you need cosmetic dentistry, you'll typically have a few options for treatment to restore the look, feel, and overall...

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Teeth In A Day: Everything You Need to Know

Jul 24, 2021

Losing your teeth is not easy and it can greatly affect your self-confidence. Getting dentures is a process that requires removing any remaining teeth, getting oral impressions, placing dental implants to hold the dentures...

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Gum Infection Treatment in Baton Rouge, LA: What You Need to Know

Jul 23, 2021

Gum disease, or periodontitis, is a bacterial infection in the mouth that can lead to tooth loss. Tooth loss can happen when you don't get gum infection treatment immediately.

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Gum Abscess: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention

Jun 22, 2021

Almost one in two American adults suffer from periodontal disease, one of the causes of a gum abscess. Given the widespread occurrence of this dental problem, we want to share some key information about gum abscesses.

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Gum Disease Treatment: Recover from Periodontitis

Jun 18, 2021

Are you worried that you may have gum disease? Gum disease is serious, but if you catch it early on, it's manageable. If you catch it in its earliest stage (gingivitis), you may even be able to reverse the damage.

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FAQs About Dental Implants

May 07, 2021

Dental implants are a type of prostheses. They're made up of a small titanium screw or post which is fitted to your jawbone. Atop the implant is usually a single crown.

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Pinhole Surgical Technique: Everything You Need to Know

Apr 07, 2021

The Pinhole® Surgical Technique is a gum rejuvenation treatment that was first introduced in 2006(1) by John Chao. D.D.S. and has been used to save millions of teeth throughout the U.S. and beyond.

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Dental Implants: Benefits, Treatment, Aftercare

Apr 07, 2021

According to data from the NIH, the average American adult aged 20-64 is missing three permanent teeth, not including their wisdom teeth. Once they reach the 65+ age bracket....

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Gum Disease: How to Prevent Gum Infections

Mar 15, 2021

Gum disease can be a major problem, but when it is discovered in the earlier stages, it’s possible to reverse it. As gum disease progresses, infections set in that damage bone and soft tissue.

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Gum Disease Treatment: Treating Different Stages of Gum Disease

Feb 11, 2021

A recent study has shown that nearly half of adults have gum disease, which is one of the leading causes of tooth loss. There are different stages of gum disease.

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Loose Teeth Treatment: What You Need To Know

Jan 18, 2021

Your teeth are an important aspect of your overall health and your looks in general. You want to have a smile you feel confident about and aren’t shy to show off.

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What to Do About a Loose Tooth as an Adult

Dec 10, 2020

As a child, a loose tooth can be a cause for celebration thanks to a visit from the tooth fairy. But when you experience a loose tooth as an adult, it can be a cause for concern.

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The Difference Between Implant Dentures And Implant Overdentures

Oct 22, 2020

If you need replacements for lost teeth, implant dentures and implant overdentures could be two possibilities worth considering. This article explores the key differences between the two treatment options as well as the benefits they provide over...

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Bleeding Gums Treatment and Prevention

Oct 22, 2020

Bleeding gums can be a sign that you’re brushing your teeth too firmly, but in many cases, spotting blood when you brush is a sign of gum disease.

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Dental Implants: Everything You Need to Know About Tooth Implant Treatments

Aug 26, 2020

Around 178 million Americans are missing at least 1 tooth. Not only can a missing tooth have an impact on your self-esteem, but it can make daily activities such as eating and speaking difficult.

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