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Smoking: A Danger to Healthy Gums
It is well-known that tobacco use is a health hazard. Chewing or smoking tobacco can lead to problems in the lungs and throat, and it is infamous in its role as a carcinogen (meaning that it causes cancer). Next to that, dental health may seem unimportant; but it is yet another reason to avoid tobacco…
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Bad Breath: Causes and Prevention
Have you ever been astonished by the smell of bad breath, only to realize in horror that the bad breath was your own? Luckily, most instances of halitosis or bad breath can be prevented quite simply. Read on for the common causes of bad breath and how to prevent them. Causes of Halitosis Certain Foods…
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What Is a Canker Sore?
Canker sores, also known as aphthous ulcers, are small ulcers in the mouth caused by various irritants. There are two main types of canker sores: simple canker sores and complex canker sores. Simple canker sores crop up a few times a year, lasting a few days to a week, while complex canker sores are rare,…
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Don’t Ignore Gingivitis!
A mild and common form of gum disease, gingivitis results in the redness, inflammation and irritation of your gums. Often because it is mild, it goes undetected in patients. It is, however, a serious condition as it can lead to eventual tooth loss if it remains undetected for an extended period of time. We encourage…
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Cosmetic Gum Lifts
You may not have any missing teeth, but if you feel that something about your smile is just “off,” it may be due to the fact that your gums rest too low on your teeth. If that’s the case, you’re the perfect candidate to receive a cosmetic gum lift. A gum lift will even out…
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For Dental Implants, Choose a Periodontist
If you’re considering getting dental implants in Pittsburgh, you should give careful consideration to who should perform the procedure. While many dentists across varying specialties advertise this service, and many are competent in it, the best chance of success comes from someone who specializes in the supporting structures of a mouth—in other words, a periodontist.…
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The Stages of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease will always worsen if not treated. By its very nature, it is self-aggravating and progressive, developing from minor gingivitis to advanced periodontitis if given the time. At every step along the way, the disease damages your tissue, damage which may be difficult or impossible to correct without extensive surgery. As your Pittsburgh periodontist,…
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Real Teeth For Life
Tooth loss can have a major impact on your quality of life. The tooth replacement you choose has a lasting effect on your gums, your jawbone, and on everything you do with your mouth from that point forward. Although any tooth replacement is better for your health and confidence than none, there is a distinct…
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Compassionate, Ethical Dentistry
At Pinnacle Center Dental Implants and Periodontics, we believe in holding ourselves to a higher standard. Instead of simply treating your dental concerns and sending you on your way, we strive to partner with each of our patients to provide them with the education and self-esteem that they deserve. We understand some of the inherent…
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Treatments for Gum Recession
If you struggle with receding gums, there are many different treatments available to you. Our Pittsburgh periodontists are trained in many different preventive and corrective procedures to ensure that your smile is healthy and beautiful. One of the more innovative approaches he offers is called Alloderm tissue grafts. Traditionally, in a gum graft procedure, gum…
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