Receding gums is a condition where your gums pull back from the tooth surface. This causes the root surface of your teeth to be exposed. This form of gum disease is a serious consequence of poor oral health, which may lead to tooth loss. Receding gums has a number of causes, including aggressive brushing over […]
Category: Pinhole Surgical Technique
Why Go to A Periodontist for The Pinhole Surgical Technique
Who Is Qualified to Treat Gum Recession? Dental Partners of Boston’s highly experienced and expert periodontist, Dr. Guzman, can treat gum recession without the need for a scalpel or sutures. Periodontists are uniquely qualified to perform gum recession treatment with their extensive additional education and training. By utilizing the Pinhole® Surgical Technique, Dr. Guzman is […]
Common Questions about the Pinhole Surgical Technique
When you think about healthy gums, be sure and consider the gum line and how to use the proper techniques to keep it from receding. However, when gums recede or when gum disease takes hold, your Boston Periodontist, Dr. Guzman, is an expert with The Pinhole Surgical Technique or PST™ and can help restore a […]
Periodontics and the Pinhole Surgical Technique
As we age, it is natural for the gums to start receding. Gum recession can cause self-esteem issues to occur as receding gums do tend to age your appearance. Why do the gums recede and what can be done about it? For serious gum recession issues, patients need to visit a Boston Periodontist to determine […]