DR. RICHARD BENVENISTE
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DR. BENVENISTE OFFERS SEVERAL TREATMENT OPTIONS TO HELP REVERSE THE EFFECTS OF GUM DISEASE
GUM DISEASE
Periodontal disease is caused by plaque that forms from bacteria on the teeth. Over
time, it hardens into calculus, or tartar, that can begin to destroy the gum tissue and
eventually cause tooth loss
.
Gum disease is the 2nd most common disease in the world, 3 out of 4 adults suffer
from some stage of gum disease, often without realizing it.
Common symptoms are bad breath, bleeding when bruching or flossing,
red swollen gums and a change in bite or the fit of dentures
Periodontal Probe
measures the space
between your tooth
and gum tissue
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LASER THERAPY
GUM AND ROOT SCALING
SCALING ROOT PLANING
Disfigured gums can be recontoured using
advanced laser techniques. When indicated,
this surgical method can remove diseased
tissues with a precision unmatched by
conventional techniques.
Scaling is a technique which removes calculus deposits from
your teeth. Root surfaces are then carefully smoothed to allow
the gum tissue to reattach to the tooth itself.
By removing the soft tissue lining the periodontal
pocket, the gum tissue is allowed to heal.
BONE REPLACEMENT SURGERY
Most gum problems are a result of underlying
bone loss. This procedure actually restores
lost bone to prevent tooth loss, removes
draining infection, and strengthens the patients
chewing ability.
FLAP ACCESS
OSSEOUS SURGERY
By pulling the gum flap back, plaque and diseased
tissue can be removed from the root of the tooth,
thereby preserving as much of the gum coverage
as possible.
Often used in conjunction with flap surgery, This procedure
restructures the distorted bone surrounding the tooth.
Supportive bone around
the root is diseased and
partially destroyed.
First, plaque and tartar
are removed from the
infected pocket.
The bone is smoothed reducing
spaces where bacteria can grow
and new bone forming medications
is placed to actually restore bone
The gum is then closed over
the reshaped bone at the
original gumline providing for
longer term retaining of teeth
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TMJ
TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT SYNDROME
When the chewing muscles and the joint connected to the lower jaw don't function properly, muscle spasms, pain and tissue damage can result. Improper bite, arthritis, injuries, and
grinding and clenching are common causes of Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ).
BITE CORRECTION AND STRESS RELEASE
PAIN RELIEF
SURGICAL CORRECTIONS
RELAXATION THERAPY
Habitual grinding and clenching the teeth while sleeping can not only cause irreversible
damage, but is one of the most common causes of TMJ. Made from a mold of your teeth,
a corrective bite plate or splint can be worn at night to reduce stress on the teeth and jaw.
By relieving stress on the teeth and offering a protective barrier, it helps prevent the
grinding and clenching that can lead to muscle spasms, and ultimately to jaw joint deterioration. Dr. Benveniste may also recommend smoothing down misaligned teeth that are too high to prevent abnormal stress on the chewing muscles. This is typically painless and requires only one appointment.
To relieve pain and muscle spasms, Dr. Benveniste may recommend ultrasound, moist
heat packs, muscle massage and switching to a soft, non-chewy diet. Occasionally
muscle relaxant and pain medication are prescribed.
When other methods of relief have proved insufficient, the joint
itself is injured or arthritic or when muscle spasms have occurred
for long periods of time, surgery may be recommended, but only
on very rare occasions.
Biofeedback and stress control techniques may be
utilized to reduce muscle tension in the jaws
IF YOU’RE EXPERIENCING HEADACHES, JAW TENDERNESS, LOCKED JAWS, EAR ACHES, FACE PAIN, DIFFICULTY CHEWING, DIZZINESS OR CLICKING, POPPING AND GRATING SOUNDS WHEN OPENING OR CLOSING THE MOUTH, YOU MAY SUFFER FROM TMJ.
If you're experiencing any symptoms of Gum
Disease, or TMJ,call (818) 881-7337 for more
information or to schedule an appointment.