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Ultrasonic vs. Hand Instruments – which is more effective?

Periodontitis is a chronic oral infection that results in the breakdown of the tissues and bone that support the teeth. Deep cleaning is the primary treatment option for patients with generalized chronic periodontitis. Dental hygienisits and periodontitis have a gamut of instrumentation and techniques to chose from when combating periodontal disease and removing the […]

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Cannabis Use and our Oral Health

Blog, Periodontal Disease / Abby

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My dental implant/crown is loose – What should I do?

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3D Dental X-rays

Blog, CBCT, Dental Implants / Abby

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is a recent advancement in dental imaging and provides a 3D image of the tooth and jaw with high spatial resolution and diagnostic ability. The dental CBCT does not replace conventional 2D x-rays, but is an additional tool that your dentist or periodontist uses to gain more information, to avoid

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Care after Conscious Sedation/Sleep Dentistry

Blog, Sleep Dentistry / Abby

Many patients opt to undergo their periodontal surgery under conscious sedation, also known as sleep dentistry. Recovery from the medications administered by one of our Registered Nurse’s takes several hours and during this time you must be accompanied by a care-giver to ensure your safety. To care for your companion after dental surgery under sedation,

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Post-Operative Instructions – Care after a Soft Tissue Graft

Blog, Gum Recession / Abby

After your gum grafting surgery, there are some steps to follow for quick and smooth recovery. Healing after soft tissue periodontal surgery can be broken into periods. In the first 24 hours: Only after freezing has completely warn off, you can apply ice to the area as needed in 10 min ON/10 min OFF for

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Dietary Flavonoids Associated with Periodontal Health

Blog, Publications, Research / Abby

Scientific rationale for the study: Higher fruit and vegetable intake, a source of flavonoids, is associated with improved periodontal healing at 8–12 weeks post‐SRP. Whether this association is sustained at 3–4 years post‐SRP, and if flavonoid intake is also associated with periodontal health was studied. Principal findings: Higher flavonoid intake is associated with reduced probing depth and

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Base Camp 12 – The Final Ascent

Base Camp, Blog / Abby

Presented by: Dr. Peter C. Fritz, B.Sc., D.D.S., F.R.C.D.(C)., Ph.D. (Perio), M.B.A. We have done it! After a long climb that began in January 2019, the peak is within reach. We have made our Final Ascent! Lecture 12 of the 12-part series will review each of the cutting edge updates in periodontics that were presented

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Oral Biopsy Post-Operative Instructions

Blog, Oral Biopsy / Abby

After your oral biopsy surgery, there are some steps to follow for quick and smooth recovery. Healing after an oral biopsy can be broken into periods. In the first 24 hours: Only after freezing has completely warn off, you can apply ice to the area as needed in 10 min ON/10 min OFF for 3

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Gum Recession

Blog, Gum Recession / Abby

A healthy tooth is surrounded by gum tissue, but sometimes gum tissue can breakdown in a process called recession, resulting in an exposure of the root surface. Gums can recede away from the teeth for a number of reasons, including: improper brushing, using a brush with hard bristles, trauma, genetics, orthodontics, or a strong frenum

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