Have you noticed a dark spot on your lip that won’t go away? Lip hemangiomas and venous lakes are blue or purple lesions that can occur on the upper or lower lip. While they might look very similar to the naked eye, they are structurally a little different....
TL;DR: “Dental tourism”—traveling abroad to countries like Mexico or Costa Rica for cheap dental implants—is a growing trend, but it carries severe hidden risks. Substandard materials, a lack of rigorous infection control, and zero continuity of care can...
TL;DR: May and June are the most popular months to schedule larger periodontal procedures like dental implants. Teachers, college students, and professionals utilize their summer breaks and built-up PTO to recover comfortably at home. Scheduling your implant at the...
TL;DR: Summer is peak season for weddings, reunions, and vacation photos. If an uneven gum line, a “gummy” smile, or receding gums (which make teeth look unnaturally long) are causing you to hide your teeth, periodontal plastic surgery can help. Dr....
TL;DR: Summer cookouts feature tough, crunchy foods that are nearly impossible to enjoy with missing teeth or loose dentures. While traditional dentures only provide 20% to 30% of your natural chewing power, dental implants are anchored directly into your jawbone....
TL;DR: Severe tooth sensitivity to cold drinks and ice cream is often caused by receding gums that expose the vulnerable tooth root. While specialized toothpastes only mask the symptoms, soft-tissue grafting (gum grafting) performed by a periodontist permanently...
