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Our goal for every patient is to allow them to retain their natural teeth for the rest of their life. Because this is not possible
Dr. Matteo has prepared this blog to help educate our patients about periodontal disease. Our hope at University Periodontal Associates is that this blog will provide any information you need to prevent gum disease from advancing.
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Our goal for every patient is to allow them to retain their natural teeth for the rest of their life. Because this is not possible

You might think that if you lose one tooth for any reason, you have nothing to worry about. It happens, right? People have teeth extracted

Gum disease is not gender specific; however, women do face issues that men are not subjected to, making it a greater concern for women. Because

If your mental picture of getting a dental implant is based on something you heard about years ago — a long, drawn-out process with months

Here’s the frustrating truth about gum disease: it’s one of the most common oral health issues out there, and in its earliest stage, it usually

There’s a particular kind of confusion that hits when a dental hygienist mentions you need “scaling and root planing” instead of your usual cleaning. It

When we think about a beautiful smile, we often focus exclusively on the teeth—their whiteness, their alignment, and their shape. However, any local artist in

An oral cancer diagnosis can be life-changing—but what comes after treatment is just as important as the treatment itself. Recovery doesn’t end when the cancer

When most people think about dental implants, they picture a simple tooth replacement. But modern dental implant restoration does much more than just fill a

If your gums could talk, they’d tell you when something isn’t right. Bleeding while brushing, persistent bad breath, or gums pulling away from your teeth

Missing multiple teeth—or even a full arch—can affect much more than your smile. It can impact how you eat, speak, and feel in everyday situations.

Dental anxiety affects many people, but thankfully, there are a variety of sedation options available to make your visit more comfortable. Whether you’re coming in