Before people with gum disease had 2 choices:

1. Have their gums cut and stitched up in surgery
2. Lose their teeth!

There is hope and I am here to help you find the facts…so that you can treat your gum disease without the scalpel, without sewing, without all the gum recession, root exposure and pain that comes with conventional “cut and stitch” gum surgery.

Life is too good to be worried about a condition that can be corrected. Eat, socialize and most of all smile without the worry about your teeth and gums. Your teeth are important, and the last thing you want is to lose them.

But you do not want your gums cut either. That is why I am on a mission to get this message out to others, and tell the world about what is available to them. YES, you can have your cake and eat it too. You can treat gum disease and avoid “cut and sew” gum surgery.

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If you or someone you know suffers from:

• Bone loss
• Pyorrhea
• Loose teeth
• Shifting teeth
• Bad breath from gum disease
• Red, swollen or tender gums
• Separating teeth
• Pus around the teeth
• A change in the fit of a partial denture
• Receding gums or longer-looking teeth
• Bleeding from brushing/flossing/eating
• Teeth fitting together differently

Or if you or someone you know has been told that surgery is needed to treat gum disease…then I have the right dentist for you.

You have been putting off that visit to the dentist. And now you found out that gum disease is more than just the risk of losing teeth or the wasting away of jaw bone or a change in your facial features. See, not only are these symptoms inconvenient and scary, there are serious medical consequences to not getting your gum disease taken care of.

Gum disease has actually been associated with increased risk of:

• Heart attack
• Stroke
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Pancreatic cancer
• Coronary artery disease
• Respiratory problems
• Poorly controlled diabetes
• Premature births for women
• And more…

But here’s the good news: Laser Periodontal Therapy can treat your gum disease without the cutting, stitching, root exposure, cold sensitivity or the many expensive dentist visits associated with “cut and stitch” gum surgery.

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Compared with “cut and stitch” gum surgery, Laser Periodontal Therapy provides:

• Less chance of pain after treatment
• A less invasive option with no scalpels, no stitching, and nominal bleeding
• Faster treatment with fewer visits
• Gums are not lifted up, so no exposing of the bone
• Less chance of recession, sensitive teeth or spaces between the teeth
• A less expensive alternative to “cut and stitch” regenerative periodontal surgery
• Plus many more benefits.

So, if having strong, healthy teeth is important, why not take care of the problem?

Most of the time, it is because of fear or maybe you did not know you had other options. That is why we have created a free ebook and video revealing:

“Secrets of Treating Gum Disease Without A Scalpel Revealed”

Warning: Do not even think of scheduling your surgery until you read this

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Laser Periodontal Therapy benefits adults of all ages. It may just be the solution you are looking for.

We would be pleased to answer any questions regarding Laser Periodontal Therapy. We are here to better educate you, so you can make the right decision about your dental health.

What Dr. Scharf Provides

For 20+ years as a periodontist, I have seen how tartar, plaque and poor dental hygiene have progressively led to bacteria-infected gums, loose teeth, loss of bone in the mouth and serious health risks.

For years, “cut and stitch” surgery has been the only option—and a potentially painful one. Now, you have a less painful, less costly treatment option.

This free ebook and video will show you in clear, simple terms…

“Secrets of Treating Gum Disease Without A Scalpel Revealed”

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Including:

• From simple tartar to painful periodontitis – a progressive journey.

• What are you at risk for? And it’s not just tooth loss!

• What does traditional surgery entail? The cutting and the costs.

• How the patented and FDA approved protocol can eliminate your gum disease.

• Getting insurance and financing help.

• Testimonials from people like you. Skeptics and believers alike trust the laser.

Gum disease worsens if not treated. Put a stop to it now. Do not delay.

Get the free ebook and video entitled

“Secrets of Treating Gum Disease Without A Scalpel Revealed”

Warning: Do not even think of scheduling your surgery until you read this

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Fighting Bad Breath with a Fishy Diet

How would you like to trade a bag of candies for some fatty fish? Experimental biology researchers say that the barter somewhat makes sense – especially when you’re dodging the dentist and those Long Island dental implants.

Though a direct link yet has to be established, there is a growing body of literature suggesting that fish oil can fight gum disease and maintain overall health. There also appears to be a shift from treatment of the disease to damage control and prevention.

4 Ways to Shove Those Healthful Fatty Acids into Your System

Tip #1: Include cold water fish in your menu.

Take your pick from mackerel, herring, salmon, and tuna. Some studies recommend no more than 3 grams daily. To an Australian team of researchers, the ideal target is 500 milligrams weekly – or roughly just two pieces of fish.

Tip #2: Take omega-3 supplements.

They might smell funnier than your typical supply of Vitamin C capsules. Still, fish oil soft gels are convenient to take. Additionally, they do not require any preparation in the kitchen.

Tip #3: Mix them with dairy.

Fish oil and goat cheese are a weird combo, but not for food scientists at the Universityof Maine. Published in the Journal of Food Science, the February 2012 study maintained that pairing the two items preserves the oil longer and neutralizes the fishy smell.

Tip #4: Get them intravenously.

The treatment worked for intensive care unit (ICU) patients in UK three years ago. Subjects who were given omega-3 fatty acids intravenously healed faster and had less inflammation than the control group.

Remember

Although it is tagged as the silent epidemic, gum disease is avoidable. A healthful diet can help prevent the process. In case you have already lost some teeth to periodontitis, relax. Dr. David Scharf can help.

Dr. Scharf is a three-peat winner of Long Island’s best dentist award. From providing expert advice on treating bad breath to using laser surgery and placing Long Island dental implants, he is your to-go professional for gentle and effective oral care. Reach him today at (631) 661-6633 for an appointment, or visit him at his Babylon clinic.

Periodontitis and Stroke Debate Sparks Needless Confusion

The past few days had been an exciting time for health professionals as a controversial statement divided the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP).

On April 18, the AHA released a scientific statement on Circulation where a group of researchers announced the absence of any “conclusive evidence” directly linking gum disease and heart disease.

The same statement downplayed the role of dental professionals (such as your favorite periodontist in Long Island) in using oral care to mitigate the risk of stroke.

The AAP and the AHA See Each other Eye to Eye

It turned out that the “rife” was exponentially hyped and many of the story headlines a tad misleading. The AHA statement in fact does not rule out that there is an association between the two diseases.

What is suggested is that the cause-and-effect link has yet to be proven. There was never any claim made that gum disease directly causes heart problems.

If any at all, the disagreement was actually a difference in forecast. While the AHA hypothesized that should a link be established in the future, such connection will be “minor,” the AAP believed that there will probably be “stronger” ties.

Flossing is Still a Healthy Habit to Keep

America’s top killer and the nation’s silent epidemic are too complex to resolve with a single floss. Still, flossing your teeth is a healthy habit worth keeping.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away in the same way that regular flossing helps to keep plaque build-up in check.

You see, failing to provide clear answers on the direct relationship between your gums and your heart does not make periodontal disease any less serious. Gum disease afflicts approximately 80% of the American population.

It remains a risk factor for many serious health conditions, including stroke and diabetes. According to the American Dental Hygienists’ Association in fact, whether or not a causal link exists, gum disease patients are two times more susceptible to develop coronary artery disease.

Pamper Your Gums Today

Healthy teeth begin with healthy gums. To give your mouth a well-deserved treat, plug tooth loss and gingivitis before they break your heart (figuratively speaking). Schedule an appointment with Dr. David Scharf at (631) 661-6633. He is an experienced and trained periodontist in Long Island who advocates painless, gentle, and minimally invasive dental procedures like laser gum surgery.

95% Successful. What About the 5%?

It isn’t always that you get to hear complaints about failed dental implants.

The treatment has a 90% chance of success, according to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. With a skilled and experienced Long Island periodontist performing the procedure, the percentage can even reach 95%.

Still, if you’re curious to know what usually happens with the 5%, this blog post is for you. The reasons behind titanium implantation failure range from the bizarre to the ordinary.

1: Implant Quality

Implants are made of titanium, but there are different grades of the material. Moreover, not all 340 types can stand up uniformly to chewing and grinding.

Choosing them from a dentist who gets his supplies from reputable manufacturing company is key. Don’t settle for something cheap that doesn’t work.

2: Bacteria-Induced Peri-Implantitis

There are occasions when the dental implant does not properly integrate with the bone and causes the parts around it to be inflamed.

One explanation is that people react differently to titanium. Oral care specialists suspect that the same bacterial strains that cause periodontal disease may be to blame.

3: Health Conditions

Titanium implants work for almost everyone, yet the odds of failure are greater when you are diagnosed with chronic diabetes or osteoporosis.

Diabetes can complicate healing and needs to be controlled. Soft bones are too weak a foundation for the dental implants, so if you smoke, consider lighting that last stick or at least abstain from cigarettes a few days prior to treatment.

4: Poor Oral Hygiene

Fake teeth that don’t rot does not absolve you from regular flossing and brushing. To maintain healthy gums, you still need to visit your dentist.

5: Dental Shortcuts

Yes, it is disheartening, but there may be skilled practitioners who cut corners with the treatment. Some do not follow the proper procedure. Others use cheap implants so they could charge you lower service fees.

Here at the clinic, we do not take short cuts. To inquire from Dr. David Scharf whether you are an OK candidate for dental implants, feel free to reach us today at (631) 661-6633. Dr. Scharf is a Long Island periodontist who performs gum surgery with a laser instead of a knife.

Dodging Painful Surgery

Not all tooth cases have to end with painful gum surgery. There are two ways to save yourself from the Long Island periodontist’s scalpel:

- Make preventive maintenance a daily habit.

- Opt for LANAP or laser-assisted new attachment procedure.

Option 1: Fluoride Massage

The easy route is the path less taken.

Starting good habits early is by far the cheapest and least difficult recourse, because it does not cost a cent to adopt a healthy lifestyle that’s also good for your gums and teeth.

Forgetting to bring your toothbrush to the office is no excuse either. A study done in Sweden is suggesting that if you’re not a whiz with the brush, you can at least improvise with your fingers.

Researchers from the University of Gothenburg recently discovered that massaging your gums and your inner cheeks with fluoride-rich toothpaste without a brush can still lower your risk against plaque.

The 16 respondents of the study used toothpaste with a fluoride concentration of 1,450 and 5,000 parts per million.

The conclusion: When you brush your teeth thrice a day and also massage your gums with toothpaste at least once, your teeth and gums are four times less prone to tooth decay and gingivitis.

Option 2: LANAP

The corrective route does not have to be sore and slow.

Sadly, the 800,000 people who rush to the emergency room for dental treatment each year is proof alone that not everyone is serious about preventive maintenance.

If you are already suffering from bleeding gums and are in danger of serious bone loss, your best recourse is to opt for gum surgery.

The LANAP has given periodontitis patients hope in restoring their dental health painlessly and quickly.

According to Dr. David Scharf, the innovative procedure which began only in the early 1990s can reverse 20 years of gum damage in as little as 24 to 48 hours.

The best part is that LANAP neither hurts nor involves down times like traditional gum surgery does. Interestingly, the treatment is priced competitively too.

Dr. Scharf is a multi-awarded Long Island periodontist advocating non-invasive alternatives to cut-and-stitch gum surgery. He is one of the pioneers of LANAP in Babylon, New York. For inquiries and appointment requests, call Dr. Scharf at (631) 661-6633.