From Missing Tooth To Amazing Implant

It is a misconception that periodontists only take a look at the health of your gums and complete periodontal procedures. There is so much more that Dr. Rice and her team can do for your smile. If you are impacted by a missing tooth that you think cannot be fixed, take a look at your dental options.

Once one tooth is missing, it is more likely that other teeth will begin to shift into the position of the missing tooth causing jaw trouble and pain. You may also find that your other teeth begin to fall out as well. Gingivitis and periodontal disease impact the gums and can cause your teeth to become loose as the gum pocket is no longer healthy and begins to pull away from the tooth.

A dental implant can help to replace a missing tooth and you get all the benefits of your natural tooth. A dental implant looks and feels like a natural tooth. Prior to getting an implant it is important to discuss with Dr. Rice and her team not only your goals for your smile, but also to have a full evaluation on the health of your smile. Replacing one tooth can help restore your confidence, but if you are impacted with periodontal disease or gingivitis you will want to get the health of your entire smile back on track.

For more information, contact Dr. Denine Rice and her team today!

Periodontal Disease & Pregnancy, Effects on Your Baby

The effects of periodontal disease can negatively impact your baby. Women who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, build-up of plaque and inflammation of the gums have a higher rate of delivering babies before the due date. This bacteria build-up not only gets into the blood stream and can impact your heart, lungs and brain, it can also be detrimental to the overall health and well being of your newborn.

 

Prostaglandin is the hormone produced to initiate labor. However, according to Dr. Denine Rice, “Women who have more advanced periodontal disease have higher levels of prostaglandin.” This higher level of prostaglandin can cause women to deliver a baby earlier. Babies who are born prematurely may have trouble breathing due to immature lung development. They may also have a higher risk of learning difficulties, behavioral troubles and get sick more often. A full term baby’s body and brain have time to develop properly. Premature babies are more likely to have vision and hearing difficulties than babies that are not born prematurely. Babies that are born premature may also have low birth weight. When your baby is born they should weigh between five to ten pounds. While babies that are born early tend to weigh between one point five to five pounds. Infants this small may have compromised immune systems and require extensive medical attention.

This situation is not hopeless, if you have periodontal disease or beginning stages call your Riverside Periodontist, Dr.Denine Rice and schedule and appointment today.