Month: January 2020

Importance of Periodontal Maintenance

At Periodontal Health Center, we want patients to feel comfortable about their treatment and confident that they are doing the right thing for their oral and overall health. For periodontal maintenance appointment call to schedule either to our Tampa or New Port Richey locations by using our online form.

The Difference Between Dentists and Dental Specialties

At Periodontal Health Center we provide comprehensive periodontal care using state-of-the-art technology and professional skills. Our practice specializes in the treatment of gum disease including cosmetic procedures to aesthetically enhance your smile and dental implants that can replace missing teeth. We’ll tell you more about periodontists in this blog, but will also go over the …

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What to Expect with Periodontal Pocket Reduction Surgery

Periodontitis is characterized by the destruction of the bone and soft tissue surrounding the teeth. As a result, the gums can recede from the teeth and form pockets which collect bacteria and debris and can become infected. Ultimately if left untreated, there can be loss of teeth as the bone deteriorates. Pocket reduction surgery is used to reduce the depth of pockets, and thus the chance that bacteria can do damage.