More than 30 years ago it became apparent to us that we dentists should think of the periodontium, that is, the gums and the tissues supporting the teeth, as the periodontal "window" into the body. That is, a physiological window into the vascular system, even more immediate than the … [Read more...] about What is the perio window?
FAQs
How do you use the calcium/zinc stuff?
The calcium materials do have zinc in them. These two elements are essential for most biological reactions of body tissues. The compounds we have designed are applied to the teeth and gum tissues of the mouth. Within seconds they are picked up by the teeth, gums, ligaments and bone. The application … [Read more...] about How do you use the calcium/zinc stuff?
Will my insurance cover the Calcium Therapy?
Insurance companies are accepting more of these non-surgical treatments but not all the time. We help insurance companies understand what is being done for their policyholders. The success rate of the Calcium Therapy is so high, so rapid, and the cost so reasonable that most patients are less … [Read more...] about Will my insurance cover the Calcium Therapy?
Why does my root canal hurt? I thought it was dead.
The bite on that tooth may be too severe. This can be adjusted easily. It could be the root itself is defective. Calcium treatments usually correct this, but, if the root is broken, it may need to be extracted. This isn't easy to determine, even with x-rays. Teeth with root canals are not fully … [Read more...] about Why does my root canal hurt? I thought it was dead.
Do other dentists do Calcium Therapy, and where is one near me?
Dentists need to be trained in it. Dental schools in the USA will not teach their students about Calcium Therapy and organized dentistry here has not allowed its publication. The Calcium Therapy Institute was started to train dentists, to share our discoveries with people who can listen, even over … [Read more...] about Do other dentists do Calcium Therapy, and where is one near me?
My gum pockets are really deep and it’s hopeless. Can you help me?
Yes. Stop letting anyone measure your gum pockets. You may have deep pockets around your teeth, however, if your condition is not "hopeless." Measuring gum pockets only spreads infection all over your mouth and tells the dentist almost nothing. Stop letting anyone measure your gum pockets, … [Read more...] about My gum pockets are really deep and it’s hopeless. Can you help me?