Handsman Periodontics Blog

Gum disease is an all-too-common oral health issue that can affect anyone. In fact, it’s estimated that roughly 47% of adults over the age of 30 in the United States have gum disease in one form or another. There are several factors that could put you at risk for this condition – and, perhaps surprisingly, this includes your genetics. Here’s a closer look at how specific genetic factors might make you more susceptible than normal to gum disease.

One of the less obvious consequences of tooth loss is the impact it can have on your bone health. Over time, people with incomplete smiles tend to experience significant bone loss in their jaws. Of course, it’s possible to replace missing teeth with traditional dentures and implant dentures – but will either of them help protect your bone health? How do dentures compare to dental implants when it comes to preventing bone loss? Your periodontist is here with the answers.

Gum disease can be a more devastating oral health issue than many people realize. While the initial symptoms are often mild, the condition can ultimately lead to far bigger problems – and surprisingly enough, this can potentially include facial collapse. Below is a closer look at how gum disease may affect the shape of your face if it isn’t properly dealt with.

One important thing to note about gum disease is that its consequences aren’t necessarily limited to your mouth. Research indicates that people with gum disease can have a higher risk for all kinds of health issues – and surprisingly enough, this can include Alzheimer’s. For the sake of helping you protect your oral and overall health, here’s a look at how gum disease and Alzheimer’s can be linked.

Gum disease affects nearly half of all adults in the United States, and it’s known to result in tooth loss if it’s left alone for too long. Given those facts, you may wonder what you can do to protect your smile from gum disease. There are multiple steps you can take, but one measure you might not have thought of is making use of probiotics. Your periodontist is here to explain exactly what probiotics are and how they can help you maintain healthy gums.

While dental implants have a very high success rate, there’s a chance that they could fail either shortly after being placed or much later down the line. If you want to protect your newly rebuilt smile, then you need to be able to recognize the warning signs of dental implant failure so that you can take appropriate action. Below is a quick look at possible symptoms that could point to an issue with your dental implants – as well as how you should handle the problem.

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants are often highly recommended because they offer many advantages that make them the next best thing to real teeth. But how can you be sure that they’re the best choice in your case? There are a number of criteria that you’ll need to meet to be considered a good candidate for dental implants; here’s a quick look at 5 of these key traits.

The All-on-4® procedure gives patients a quicker path to replacing an entire row of teeth with just a few dental implants. As with any type of oral surgery, it’s vital to make sure that you understand what the recovery process after All-on-4® will look like so that you can start making the necessary preparations as soon as possible. Your periodontist is here to give you a preview of what you can expect after All-on-4® surgery.

The All-on-4 procedure makes it possible to replace an entire row of teeth with just a few dental implants. Of course, after the implant posts have been surgically placed, it will be necessary for you to make a few adjustments to your diet while your mouth is healing. Your periodontist will be happy to explain what you’ll be able to eat or drink following your surgery; below is a brief outline of what you can expect.

Are you getting dental implants to replace your missing teeth from the roots up? If so, you probably want to do everything you can to ensure that your chances of success are as high as possible. Among the many steps you can take, one of the less obvious ones is making sure that you’re getting plenty of vitamin D. Your periodontist is here to explain why vitamin D is important to the dental implant process and how you can get more of it.