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The most common procedure that a periodontist performs is removing plaque and tartar from their patients’ teeth. This procedure helps to remove the bacterial infection that causes gum disease and its symptoms. With time, monitoring, and a few follow-up procedures, the periodontist can restore the health of their patient’s teeth and gums. In the following…

The two alveolar ridges that are located under the gums support the lower and upper teeth and set the shape and form of your smile, so your periodontist may propose a ridge augmentation procedure if these bones have started deteriorating as a result of periodontal disease or tooth loss or removal. A ridge augmentation may…