How Does Diabetes Affect Your Oral Health?
If you’re one of the 30 million Americans who have diabetes, you may be surprised to learn about an unexpected complication associated with this condition. Among those with diabetes, research shows that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease. Not only are...
How To Treat My Gummy Smile- Part 2
 A Periodontist specializes in the gums, soft tissues and other structures supporting the teeth. This is who you will want to speak with to discuss your treatment options. At Periodontal Associates of Memphis, we can help you with your gummy smile by examining...
Why Do I Have a Gummy Smile? – Part 1
Do you see more of your gums then your teeth when you smile. Are you unhappy with what you see? Don‘t be! There are options to treat your “Gummy Smile”. Here’s a look at some of the reasons why you might have a gummy smile. Excessive display of gum tissue:...
Periodontal Associates of Memphis’ PerioLase Laser Wins 2012 Best in Class Technology Award
Check-Out The Award Our Amazing Laser Received! One of the services we provide at Periodontal Associates of Memphis is LANAP® also known as “Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure" utilizing the PerioLase laser. We have been utilizing the PerioLase laser in...
Half of American Adults Have Gum Disease
In our practice, we see it every day. Gum disease. It not only causes bad breath but it attacks the tissue and bone that hold teeth in place. In a recent study by the Journal of Dental Research, from 2009-2010, high amounts of periodontal disease (also known as...
Why use Laughing Gas (aka Nitrous Oxide)?
Why use Laughing Gas (aka Nitrous Oxide)? Well many studies including one that was reported today by the American Dental Association show increased “numbness" when laughing gas is used. The study release today showed patients were more comfortable when combining...
DNA Testing of Oral Bacteria to Treat Periodontal Disease!
This summer our office added the “My Perio Path” test from Oral DNA Labs to our tool kit for improving our ability to diagnose and treat periodontal diseases. Oral DNA also offers “My Perio ID PST” for genetic testing of the patient’s risk for periodontal...
Phillips Sonicare Powered Toothbrushes and AirFlosser
Phillips Sonicare Powered Toothbrushes and AirFlosser Thursday, August 4th, 2011 Our next Hygiene Study Club will be Monday September 19th. We will have an evening with Sonicare. We are excited to have Tracey with us. See her info below. She will discuss the two...
Another Cancer Drug Associated with Jaw Necrosis!
This is from our friends at LexiComp. Our recommendation is to have all dental treatment prior to cancer treatment. This should help avoid the below problems. Bevacizumab (Avastin®): Another Drug Associated With Osteonecrosis of the Jaw First it was the intravenous...
The ADA pushes for Bone Health Research
The American Dental Association (ADA) is not just about teeth. Jaw bone is important to help preserve facial structures and to help anchor teeth. So the ADA is sponsoring bone research. Without good bone, you would lose your teeth and smile. The ADA pushes for Bone...