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Dental emergency due dental floss injury There has been numerous reports throughout the dental literature showing how daily oral hygiene routines can cause soft tissue injury that constitute a dental emergency. These injuries usually represent the end result of overzealous, frequently improper, use and abuse of preventive oral hygiene devices…. Read More
Periodontist reunite at The University of Texas-Health Science Center at Houston Dental Branch. Dr. Ryan Lanman and Dr. Jared Abramian are Periodontist and longtime friends who graduated together from Ponca City High School 1997 and Oklahoma State University 2001. Dr. Ryan Lanman received a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering,… Read More
What is gum disease and what causes it? Our understanding of the etiology and pathogenesis of gum disease and conditions is continually changing with increased scientific knowledge. Periodontitis (gum disease) is defined as “an inflammatory disease of the supporting tissues of the teeth caused by specific microorganisms or groups of… Read More
What is a Frenum? A frenum is a fold of mucous membrane, usually with enclosed muscle fibers, that attaches the lips and cheeks to the alveolar mucosa and /or gingiva and underlying periosteum. It is corrected with a Frenectomy surgical procedure. A frenum becomes a problem if the attachment is… Read More
Before Dental Implants Can Be Placed The use of dental implants in patients with deficient jawbones creates a new demand for bone reconstruction before or during implant therapy. This is especially true when natural esthetics is required. The most critical aspect of creating an implant restoration is the surgical placement… Read More
Have you been told that you don’t have enough bone for dental implants? Dental implants have become an excellent option to replace missing teeth, but what happens if you are told that you are not a candidate. This might be due to lack of bone height and or width for… Read More
Receding Gums Causes Receding gums are due to anatomic, mechanical, gingival inflammation, and periodontitis. This common problem can cause esthetic problems, root caries, sensitivity to hot and cold, and excessive wearing of the root surface. Generally, there are two types of recession that are commonly seen clinically. Recession caused by… Read More
Definition of a Dental Implant A Dental Implant is an artificial tooth root used in dentistry to support restorations that resemble a tooth or group of teeth. Virtually all dental implants placed today are root-form endosseous implants. In other words, virtually all dental implants placed in the 21st century appear similar to… Read More
How can Dental Implants change your life Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth due to accidents, cavities, and periodontitis. They act like a natural root, it is firmly anchored into the jaw and holds a tooth in place. They are made from titanium, which is well… Read More
Receding Gums & Inflammation This patient was referred to me by her general dentist for receding gums with inflammation. At the initial exam, I noted approximately 4 mm of recession on the upper right canine with inflammation and a blue discoloration. Surgical treatment was performed with the goals of complete… Read More