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Top 3 Tooth Extraction Myths

Published: August 14, 2019

For generations, the topic of tooth extraction has been a source of many misconceptions. In fact, patients may not tell their periodontists in Rockville, MD about tooth pain or problems because they fear requiring a tooth extraction. Dr. Steven N. Rice helps people of all ages reduce their anxiety about having teeth extracted by educating […]

Published: August 7, 2019

Despite all of the success stories many people hear when talking with people just like them, dental implants may still feel too good to be true for many people missing teeth. They often feel that the current state of their teeth and gums is too poor to support dental implants. As such, many people with […]

Published: July 17, 2019

Even replacing just a few teeth can dramatically change a person’s quality of life. And when you look adding new teeth to a mouth with just a few viable teeth left or none at all, the process can be flat-out life changing. So how long does it take to for a person to have their […]

Published: July 15, 2019

If you are missing teeth, you have a lot of tooth replacement options to choose from. You may be wondering which option best fits your needs and budget. Though solutions like partials, dentures, and dental bridges do replace teeth, they often come up short in the long-term. This is why most patients choose dental implants […]

Published: June 14, 2019

You know that healthy gums have a major role in maintaining a beautiful, healthy smile, but if you are like most people, you do not think much about them unless they are swollen and bleeding. Unfortunately, those are the first signs that your gums are infected. Dr. Steven N. Rice, a periodontist who treats gum […]

Published: June 12, 2019

It’s unfortunate but true that men are more affected by oral disease than women. Multiple studies have shown that not only do men experience the condition significantly more often, but they also have a more severe presentation on average than women with gum disease. Some recent studies have finally discerned the reasons for this, and […]

Published: May 23, 2019

Many people develop a phobia of dental offices for a litany of reasons. One bad experience or an overactive gag reflex can make dental visits unpleasant. Instead of avoiding these visits, you should ask our periodontist about sedation dentistry. There are different methods available at Advanced Laser Gum Surgery Institute of Washington to help you […]

Published: May 16, 2019

Did you know that it is possible, for even the most anxious dental patient, to have a relaxed, comfortable visit to the dentist? Sedation dentistry offers numerous benefits for both the doctor and the patient. Periodontist Dr. Steven Rice provides several types of sedation dentistry in his Rockville, MD, practice, which has had a significantly […]

Published: April 12, 2019

Receding gums, an unfortunate symptom of gum disease, can age your smile. When gum tissue recedes, it leaves more of your tooth root exposed to bacteria and decay. It also lengthens the appearance of your teeth, in a negative way. Traditionally, periodontists would correct receding gums with a grafting procedure that required multiple surgical sites […]

Published: April 8, 2019

Deciding whether to receive dental implants or dentures is a big decision for someone with multiple missing teeth. While it’s ultimately up to you and your periodontist to decide what treatment option is the best match for your short- and long-term dental health goals, here are a few reasons why implants may be a better […]