We get the Question Frequently, “What is Periodontal Disease?” Here is a simple overview Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums and/or bone that surrounds the tooth.  It’s sometimes referred to as gum disease. If not treated, it can lead to gum and/or bone loss around the teeth, further infection, tooth loss and […]

Here’s good news for people in Deerfield Beach – gum disease treatment can be linked to improvements in other health conditions including coronary artery disease, diabetes and arthritis. Stated in the report, “people who were treated for periodontal disease had lower healthcare costs and fewer hospitalizations for other medical conditions compared to those whose gum […]

As they say, “good oral health, regardless of age, is integral to overall good health”. This important component of overall heath is often an overlooked part of general health. Good oral health, including regular dental care, treatment and cleanings is more important than most people tend to believe. Proper oral hygiene, choosing a healthy lifestyle and […]

Minimizing Discomfort – One Key Goal For Our Patients At The Broward Center for Laser Periodontics and Implants, our goal is to provide each and every patient with the specialized and personal care that they deserve. At both our Ft. Lauderdale and Deerfield Beach offices, we’ve worked with many thousands of patients over the years […]

Periodontal surgery focuses on restoring aesthetics (looks) and function (how they work) to the teeth by the means of deep dental cleaning. And because your healthy mouth produces a healthy smile – they go hand in hand. For many people in the greater Broward County area, periodontal treatment and surgery can correct problematic issues that […]

Dental implants are changing the way people live – and that’s good news for people in Ft. Lauderdale and Deerfield Beach and other parts of Broward County. With them, people are rediscovering the comfort and confidence to eat, speak, laugh and enjoy life. The simple fact is that when you have problems with your teeth […]

Here is a great, ‘quick-read’, article in the Huffington Post regarding your toothbrush. You use it every day, but when was the last time you really thought about it? Remember, your toothbrush is the best friend you have for removing plaque, food particles, and bacteria. Yes, seeing your dentist regularly is pretty good too. Here […]

A new study shows health care cost savings are possible by treating and managing gum disease. From PR Newswire… The American Journal of Preventive Medicine (AJPM) recently published a study from United Concordia Dental that shows reduced hospitalizations and health care costs are possible when individuals with certain chronic conditions, or who are pregnant receive and […]

  Patients who visit our offices in Ft. Lauderdale or Deerfield Beach are generally seeing our staff because of issues with their gums and teeth. They need help “fixing their smile. What we generally find is that over and above the issues they are seeing us for, there are also underlying medical conditions that impact […]

Periodontists in the greater Ft. Lauderdale area are dentists who work to prevent, diagnose and treat periodontal diseases. The provide a variety of corrective, surgical procedures as well as plastic surgery treatments. Their end goal is to help their patients overcome issues with their teeth and gums so they can resume normal functions, including eating […]