Unless you’re a dentist, periodontist or someone who has a background in oral care, you may have questions about what periodontists do and how they can help you with dental issues. We understand that our patients have questions. Here are a few answers to some of the common questions we’re asked at our Ft. Lauderdale […]

  So it’s time to go see a periodontist. You might have questions about what they do and how they might be able to help you. Most patients know they have a problem and what that problem is, but what they don’t generally know is what the solution might be for their issue. If you […]

Gum Disease. No one wants to hear about gum disease when they visit their dentist or your periodontist. If you’re like most people, you think, “oh – I’ve not been taking good care of my teeth.” Well, that may or not be the case (though we could all do a little better probably when it […]

When your dentist recommends visiting a periodontist – where do you turn? Perhaps your dentist will make a recommendation or two. You may also decide that you want to evaluate different periodontists in Ft. Lauderdale. So, where should you go for periodontal services or treatment in the greater Ft. Lauderdale area – from Dania Beach […]

What causes periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection. What happens is that bacteria initially accumulate along the gum line in the form of plaque. The body’s immune system sends white blood cells to fight the bacteria, but this response actually encourages the gum tissue to break down in order to make room for the blood […]

What is Periodontal Disease? It’s a question we’re asked quite often here in our offices (in Deerfield Beach and in Ft. Lauderdale). Actually, it’s a very common question. Some patients will also refer to it as Gingivitis or Gum Disease. Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums and/or the bone that surrounds the tooth. […]

One of the things we hear from patients is that “they’re worried about the pain” associated with periodontal procedures. And certainly, that fear is a valid one. Fortunately, most of the treatment options and surgical procedures that we provide are done with minimal pain and discomfort. It’s something we really try to focus on in […]

Making the decision to have Laser Gum Surgery is an important one. So as you learn more about the procedure and its benefits, you’ll likely be searching around for a doctor. To find a periodontist Ft. Lauderdale you’ll want to do one of three things. 1) Talk to your dentist. More than likely, your usual […]

What are some reasons as to why you need to visit a periodontist here in Deerfield Beach? Why has your dentist referred you to our office?  Well, there are many reasons of course, but here are 4 reasons that are relatively common among the patients we see here in our Deerfield Beach office (and in […]

So your dentist that you’ve been going to see for a long time is now referring you to a specialist – a periodontist – and now you have some questions. Well, it happens pretty frequently with patients and is completely normal. Naturally, you’ll want to know why. Dental patients with gum disease and periodontal infections […]