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I am missing two teeth lower teeth and am considering replacing a bridge with implants. I have been told that I will need to have bone harvested from the back of my mouth and inserted into my jaw to prepare it for implants. I will be under general anesthesia but am very nervous about this whole procedure. How painful will it be when I wake up? How difficult is recovery from this procedure?
There are many different treatment options to consider when treating this area of the mouth. The an Continue..

My orthodontist referred me to a periodontist. I had gum issues before. Can I get laser surgery or treatment even though I have braces?

Yes it is possible to have laser treatment with braces. We would recommend a thorough clinical exam Continue..

Is it ever possible to treat and heal gum pockets as serious as #6 without surgery? Thanks.
If you are referring to a 6 mm pocket then the answer is yes. We can treat pockets of varying degree Continue..

How far are you located from NYC?
Our New Jersey office is about half an hour away, depending on where in the city you're coming from Continue..

Do dental insurance policies cover your services?
Most dental insurance plans cover periodontal therapy. We are an out-of-network provider. However, w Continue..

Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease?
The link between periodontal disease and heart problems is well-established. Please see the Heart Di Continue..

I understand that it is hard to determine price without seeing a patient, but if you were to compare laser to conventional surgery as an average, is it higher in cost or lower in cost, and by what percent?
LANAP is not more expensive than conventional surgery. The two cost about the same, but in most case Continue..

How much is this treatment?
Each patient is different and the fee depends on the severity and extent of the disease.