HELP FOR BLEEDING GUMS
At OC Advanced Periodontics, Dr. Huston and Dr. Bergman and our team want you to know how important oral care is for your gum health. Because your gums do the work of supporting your pearly whites, you will want to keep them in tip-top shape!Today we would like to share a few tips with you […]
WHAT IS PINHOLE® GUM TREATMENT?
If you suffer from gum recession (wherein your gums pull away from your teeth and expose the roots, due to a loss of gum tissue) you’ve likely had more than one dental professional recommend you receive treatment for the problem.If you let gum recession go to the point that your roots are exposed, that can […]
UNDERSTANDING THE CAUSES AND DANGERS OF GINGIVITIS
It’s estimated by the American Dental Association that 47% of adults over 30 years of age, have some degree of gum disease. Hardened tartar at the gum line is the primary cause of gum disease. However other risk factors, like tobaccos use, alcohol consumption, and medical conditions like dry mouth or diabetes also increase your […]
BONE GRAFTS: THE DIFFERENT TYPES AVAILABLE
Have you fallen victim to tooth loss or periodontal disease? Are you interested in dental implants but you don’t have enough bone structure to support them? If you’ve answered “yes” to one or both of these questions, a bone graft treatment in Tustin, California, might be the best option for you.Bone graft treatment is used […]
REVERSING YOUR RECEDING GUM LINE
A crucial, if sometimes overlooked, aspect of your smile is your gums. The gums help to support teeth and protect the root area from decay. But if gums start to become unhealthy, they can recede from their proper position, leaving teeth vulnerable. What can be done once gums begin to recede?Gum recession occurs most often […]
CAN LASER DENTISTRY HELP ME?
What do you know about laser dentistry? You’ve probably heard of it, but do you ever wonder exactly what it is? For example, do you know what benefits you could enjoy if you decide on laser identity? Is laser dentistry safe? If you’ve ever had questions such as these, we’re happy to help.You probably know […]
THE HISTORY OF TOOTHPASTE
Before ADA-approved toothpaste became available in grocery stores, people had to create their own cleansing paste using various resources in their environments. The following is a brief history of toothpaste through the ages.Historians credit the Egyptians with the earliest form of dental hygiene. Around 5000 BC, the Egyptians created an abrasive paste to clean their […]
FLOSSING THOSE HARD-TO-REACH PLACES
We all know that one of the most important parts of your daily dental hygiene routine is flossing. It helps prevent cavities and gum disease. But if there is one thing we all struggle with, it is flossing. Many people get frustrated negotiating all the nooks and crannies in their mouths. When flossing your back […]
DO YOU KNOW ABOUT ALL-ON-4 IMPLANTS?
Would you be interested in learning about an exciting option for replacing missing teeth? If so, we recommend considering All-on-4 implants. While you may know about traditional braces, we recommend considering all your options.Unlike traditional implants, the All-on-4 system anchors your implants securely to your jaw. Much like traditional implants, this results in a comfortable […]
BONE GRAFT SURGERY REBUILDS JAW STRUCTURE
It’s not uncommon for things like gum disease, advanced tooth decay, deep fractures, or tooth extractions, to result in a loss of bone structure in your jaw. If you are going to be fit for dentures, a partial or a dental implant, your dentist or periodontist might recommend bone graft surgery to restore the structure […]