Periodontal Gum Disease

If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone.

What is Periodontal or Gum Disease?

Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. Your gum tissue is not attached to the teeth as high as it may seem. There is a very shallow v-shaped crevice called a sulcus between the tooth and gums.

If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone.

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An estimated 80% of American adults currently have some form of the disease whose symptoms include:

  • Bad breath that won’t go away

  • Red or swollen gums

  • Tender or bleeding gums

  • Painful chewing

  • Loose teeth

  • Sensitive teeth

Types of Periodontal Disease

Periodontal diseases are classified according to the severity of the disease. The two major stages are gingivitis and periodontitis.

  • Gingivitis is a milder and reversible form of periodontal disease that only affects the gums.

  • Gingivitis may lead to more serious, destructive forms of periodontal disease called periodontitis.

Research has shown that there is an association between periodontal diseases and other chronic inflammatory conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer’s disease. Treating early symptoms may help manage and prevent periodontal disease as well as other inflammatory conditions.

What are the Costs of Periodontal Services?

Contact us today for a consultation and we’ll discuss your options regarding periodontal gum disease. We look forward to answering all your questions.


 
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Neda Shah-Hosseini

PROSTHODONTIST*

  • DMD from Harvard University - Cum Laude

  • Prosthodontic Residency at Boston University

  • Harvard Faculty since 1996

  • Gold Medal - Faculty Award from Harvard School of Dental Medicine

 
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Constant C. Crohin

PERIODONTIST*

  • DMD from Harvard University - Magna Cum Laude

  • Masters of Medical Sciences

  • Certified Periodontist in 2001

  • Clinical Instructor at Harvard University for > 17 yrs

 
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Faheem Rasool

Prosthodontist*

  • DMD and Prosthodontic Residency at Harvard University

  • Harvard Faculty since 1996

  • Masters of Medical Sciences in Oral Biology

  • Former Head of Division of Prosthodontics - Harvard School of Dental Medicine

 
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Michele Crohin

Periodontist*

  • DMD from Harvard University

  • General Practice Residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital

  • Masters of Medical Sciences

  • Certified Periodontist in 2001

  • Board Certified in Periodontics 2005

 
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Alexander Rabkin

General Dentist

  • Dr. Rabkin received Bachelor of Science (Cum Laude) in Neuroscience from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

  • Received DMD at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.

  • General practice residency at Hartford Hospital.

  • Dr. Rabkin is a member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

 

*-A prosthodontist is a dentist who specializes in the esthetic restoration

and replacement of teeth. Prosthodontists receive two or three years

of additional training after dental school, and restore optimum

appearance and function to your smile.

Insurances We Accept:

  • Delta Dental

  • Blue Cross

  • Blue Shield