NORTH TEXAS PERIODONTICS & IMPLANTOLOGY, PLLC

Diagnostic technology and new surgical techniques have broadened dental horizons, but it is still the caring attitude and concern for our patients that is most important. While there have been significant advancements in periodontal therapy, there is no cure for gum disease. Even after successful, corrective therapy and surgical intervention, your gum disease can recur. For the majority of patients with periodontal disease (~90%), regular periodontal maintenance cleanings have proven to be effective in preventing recurrence of gum disease. This phase is an essential part of treatment. Often, this can be the most important part of your therapy.



OUR MISSION STATEMENT: Our hygiene mission at North Texas Periodontics & Implantology is to propel our patients toward optimum oral & systemic health utilizing the best techniques, technology, and education available to us.



Sunday, May 1, 2011

Manual verses Powered Toothbrushes


Have you ever wondered if springing for the more expensive toothbrush was worth it?

In addition to things like brushing time and technique, experts believe that the type of toothbrush you use can directly affect your plaque removal.

According to a 2005 independent study (The Cochrane Review), “there was a wide range in plaque and gingivitis reduction among the powered toothbrushes.”

The difference in plaque removal and gingivitis:

The most effective toothbrush for the removal of plaque and the reduction of gingivitis was the rotation-oscillation rechargeable brush. It reduced plaque by 7% and gingivitis by 17% in both short-term and long-term use as compared to a manual toothbrush.

Other features of powered toothbrushes make them beneficial. Additional features are:


  • Brush modes for sensitive teeth or gum massage
  • Pressure sensors to signal when brushing too hard
  • Quadrant timers
  • Power-off once brushing is complete
  • Variety of brush heads and brush action (sonic or oscillation)
  • Reminders to replace your brush hea

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