Teeth with gum recession

Gum Recession: Can a gum graft fix it?

Pre-Treatment – Gum Recession Post-Treatment – Gum Graft covered exposed root Do your teeth look longer than normal? Or are the roots of your teeth exposed? You might have gum recession. Gum recession is a common result of periodontal disease. After periodontal therapy, the gums are usually below the normal level, exposing the root surface…

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Crooked or crowded teeth?

Do you have crowded or crooked teeth? Worried it is affecting your bite and esthetics? Schedule your complimentary consultation and hear your options! Start your smile journey to a straight, beautiful smile. What is crowding? Teeth crowding occurs when there is a lack of space for all the teeth to fit normally in correct alignment…

What is a Frenectomy?

Do you have a big gap between your front teeth? Or your tongue cannot touch the roof of your mouth? You might have an abnormal frenum! Before FrenectomyAfter Frenectomy* Before Tongue-tie releaseAfter Tongue-tie release* *Actual patients of Dr Chong What is an abnormal frenum? Abnormal frenum in the upper lip causes a gap or space…

Orthodontic Treatment for Children San Jose, Braces, Aligners, Impacted Teeth

What are impacted teeth?

Are you missing one or two of your adult teeth because they have failed to come out? You may have an impacted tooth! What are impacted teeth in orthodontics? Impacted teeth simply mean a tooth that is “stuck” inside the bone and failed to erupt or “come out” through the gums. While all teeth may…

Is My Dentist Also An Orthodontist?

If you believe your dentist is also an orthodontist, take a minute to read this post. Your confusion is understandable. After all, both dentists and orthodontists work on teeth. Both provide professional care that helps patients have good oral health, and both are dental school graduates. Your dentist may even offer orthodontic services, leading you…