Painful — that’s usually the first word people use to describe life with an impacted tooth. They have trouble eating and speaking, plus the constant discomfort makes it difficult to go about their daily routine. That’s why we recommend taking care of an impacted tooth sooner rather than later. Not only will the pain go away so you can resume life as usual, but you will also prevent further consequences on your oral and overall health.
At North Tampa Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, we offer laser therapy, a minimally invasive, highly effective treatment for gum disease that requires no cutting or sutures. If you’ve been diagnosed with gum disease, laser therapy can help you restore your oral health.
Some oral health problems are easy to see. Others are caused by something most people never think about—like a small band of tissue called a frenum. At North Tampa Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, we perform frenectomies to help patients breathe, chew, speak, and smile more comfortably. While the procedure is simple, the results can be life changing—especially for young children or adults with ongoing discomfort.
If you’re dealing with gum issues or missing teeth or have been advised to seek specialized care, you might wonder what makes a periodontist different from a general dentist. While general dentists provide comprehensive care for your teeth, periodontists have additional years of training focused specifically on the health of your gums and supporting structures. This advanced training equips them to diagnose and treat complex issues like gum disease, perform specialized surgical procedures, and place dental implants—giving you access to care beyond the scope of routine dentistry.