Sinus Augmentation

If you are thinking about a dental implant but the surgeon says that you have low quality bone or not enough bone in the area, you might be a candidate for a sinus augmentation procedure. Implants have to be inserted into quality bone in order to be permanent and for those who have lost teeth or have had periodontal disease, the bone is often damaged. The upper back jaw is usually the most difficult area to successfully place a dental implant because there is often a lack of bone quantity and quality. With a sinus augmentation procedure, Dr. Nina Kiani is able to help you gain the bone structure needed to place a dental implant.

 

In some cases, you will be able to undergo a procedure that will reposition the sinus floor that will create enough space for an implant. Grafting material will be utilized to encourage your bone to grow around the area quickly. This newly grafted material will help stabilize the implant.

 

In other instances, patients might have to undergo sinus “lift” procedure. This procedure uses the remaining bone under the sinus floor to and it is gently “pushed up” to lift the floor of the “dropped” sinus. Bone replacement materials are then placed beneath the lifted bone. The bone will grow around these materials in order to stabilize the area.

 

After undergoing sinus augmentation, patients typically need 6-10 months to recover before the implant can be placed. Sinus augmentation has been shown to greatly increase your chances for successful implants that can last forever. Many patients experience minimal discomfort during this procedure and it has been proven to be the perfect solution for those seeking dental implants.

 

To learn more about sinus augmentation with Dr. Kiani, visitwww.ninakianidds.com or give us a call at 212-279-8770 to schedule your appointment!

Periodontal Disease Treatments

The mildest form of periodontal disease is gingivitis. Gingivitis causes the gums to become red, swollen and bleed easily. The biggest cause of gingivitis is lack of a regular oral hygiene regimen. Preventative measures, such as regular brushing and flossing, go a long way when it comes to preventing periodontal disease. Gingivitis is reversible with professional treatment and good oral health practices at home.

Untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis. At this stage, plaque will spread and grow below the gum line. Toxins produced by the bacteria will irritate the gums, causing an inflammatory response. This inflammation leads to the breakdown of tissues and bone that support the teeth. Periodontitis also causes the gums to separate from the teeth, forming pockets that become infected. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. Eventually the teeth become loose and have to be removed.

 

Through a number of procedures, Dr. Kiani is able to treat periodontal disease. We perform the following procedures to treat periodontal disease:

• Crown lengthening
• Scaling and root planning
• Soft tissue grafting
• Arestin
• Bone grafting
• Gum grafting
• Osseous surgery

These procedures are performed once the disease has advanced past gingivitis. Gingivitis is treatable during regular cleanings and checkups. Aside from regular brushing and flossing, regular cleanings are the best preventative measure that can be taken. Catching gingivitis before it becomes periodontitis could be the difference in getting your teeth cleaned or undergoing an invasive procedure.

 

If you are looking for a treatment option for your periodontal disease, call us at 212-279-8770 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nina Kiani.