You’ve been battling with gum disease for a while now, and your periodontist has told you that it’s gotten to the point where a tooth extraction has to be performed. Will having your teeth removed really help treat your gums? And why is the procedure even necessary in the first place? Understanding the answers to these questions will go a long way towards helping you feel in control of your situation even while dealing with a serious oral health issue.

Gingivitis, periodontitis, and gum disease — these words get used frequently in conversations about dentistry and oral health. It can be easy to get confused, especially since they are all used in reference to gum health, and often with similar connotations. Let’s take a moment to clear things up. Gum disease is a general term that can refer to either gingivitis or periodontitis, which are terms that define how severe the gum disease is. Let’s talk about some of the key differences between these conditions.

Welcome to our new blog! We are excited you’re here. While our entire website is designed to help you get to know our team, learn what we are all about, and explore our patient-centric dental services, we wanted to create a specific space dedicated to everything from trends in the world of dentistry to team updates. That way, you have a reliable, consistent, informative resource at your fingertips any time of the day or night. Until then, we encourage you to keep reading to learn a little more about Cordini Periodontics and Implants!