Bone Loss and Facial changes Associated with Tooth Loss

People considering dental implants on Long Island have many considerations. There are a number of options to replace missing teeth on Long Island. These can include fixed and removable bridges as well as dental implants Long Island. One major advantage of dental implants is that they preserve bone. When teeth are lost, the loss of the tooth root results in a lack of stimulation to the bone. The lack of stimulation results in a withering or atrophy of the bone. The video below shows the facial changes that occur when teeth are lost and are not replaced.

People considering Long Island dental implants, or Suffolk County dental implants, or what some people call Long Island tooth root implants are invited to call the premier periodotist on Long Island, Dr. David Scharf at (631)661-6633

Laser Periodontist Long Island

Long Island Periodontist Dr. David Scharf uses a laser to treat gum disease rather tan a scalpel. For people who need a periodontist on Long Island this video has important information.

Long Island Periodontist Reveals the Secret to Treating Gum

Watch this video to learn how to treat gum disease with a laser.

Long Island Periodontist Uses a Laser
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Long Island Dental Implants and Periodontist

The link below is for a nice site discussing laser periodontal therapy. People on who need a periodontist on Long Island should learn about lasrr perio therapy to avoid cut and stitch gum surgery.

Long Island Periodontist

Cleaning Dental Implants on Long Island

Dental implants need to be cleaned just like natural teeth.
although some research demonstrates that implants are less likely to get bone loss from plaque, thorough cleaning daily is advised.

Proper cleaning of dental implants involves both brushing and something in between the implants. Either floss, or brushes or toothpicks. If one only flosses and does not clean in between the implants plaque will accumulate where they are not cleaned.

Mouth rinses, while helpful do no replace mechanical oral hygiene.

Profession cleaning of dental implants is also important. the frequency should be anywhere from 3-12 months depending on the individual. Hard calculus can form on the implant surface and this can increase the rate of calculus accumulation. For more information on dental implants on Long Island visit Dr. Scharf on the web.