Frenectomy – Ankyloglossia Frenectomy It’s a funny sounding word for a serious problem: tongue tie. Although my specialty is adult periodontics, because I am one of the few Atlanta dentists who operate using laser therapy, I have been seeing more and more young patients. And by young, I mean little 2 and 3 year old children who…
DetailsDentistry has witnessed enormous advances while I have been practicing. Patients are always looking for alternatives to gum surgery and to tooth replacement. Sometimes, surgery is our only alternative, but it does not need to be a terrible experience. Sedation helps patients get through the actual surgery, still they dread the healing process. In January…
DetailsPeople are always asking me which oral hygiene products I recommend for use at home. As a Periodontist, I often see patients who should have asked this question long before their serious gum problems brought them to my chair. Please remember, these tools only work if you use them! I agree with the ADA’s recommendations for good…
DetailsIn the realm of dental advancements, dental implants have become a prominent subject in the media. The dissemination of information surrounding this innovative method for replacing missing teeth is indeed commendable. However, it is imperative for the public to comprehend that the process of placing and restoring dental implants is not always a guaranteed success.…
Details1. Why should I replace my missing tooth with a dental implant rather than a bridge or a removable partial denture? Implant supported crowns stand alone and do not involve, damage, or depend on adjacent teeth for their support. With a bridge, adjacent teeth need to be “ground down” to accommodate the bridge. These “ground down”…
DetailsAs one of a few Atlanta Periodontists trained in state of the art laser therapy, I understand the laser frenectomy benefits for infants unable to breast feed. But it was not until my friend’s new grandbaby needed the procedure that I saw for myself the overwhelming benefit it gives to new moms! Once this simple…
DetailsWhen you are a young child there is great excitement over losing teeth. I remember when my little red-haired son, Sam, lost his first tooth. He was so proud! He showed that gap with glee to everyone he saw. It’s my mission to make sure that now that he’s grown, all his teeth stay in…
DetailsAt AtlantaPeriodontics.com we know that many adults in Atlanta have some form of gum disease, from simple inflammation to major disease that causes tooth loss. They may feel their immediate pain, but may not realize how their oral health can affect their general physical health. Research has shown that people with gum disease are more…
DetailsYou’re considering getting having a dental implant procedure done and now you want more information. You’ve come to the right place! At Dr. Gail McLaurin DMD, Atlanta periodontics specialist, we specialize in state of the art dentistry and have extensive education about, and experience with, dental implant surgery. At your initial consultation we will thoroughly…
DetailsI often see patients who have lost a tooth or teeth who are seeking options for completing their smiles. I love to help them work through the treatment plan that is best for their needs. Lost teeth can cause more than health problems, they can cause embarrassment, affect your self-esteem, and even change the way…
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