Patient Resources

Articles and guides on gum disease, dental implants, laser treatment, and keeping your smile healthy, written by our periodontal team.

• How Long After Extraction Can You Get an Implant Safely Wondering how long after extraction can you get an implant? Learn same-day, early and delayed timing, what changes it, and when to see a periodontist.
• Gum Recession Treatment: Options, Results and Recovery Learn how gum recession treatment works, from diagnosis and grafts to laser options, recovery and when to see a periodontist.
• How Long Does Periodontal Disease Take to Develop? How Long Does Periodontal Disease Take to Develop? Learn why timelines vary, which signs matter and when to get evaluated.
• Crown Lengthening Cost: What Drives the Price in 2026 Crown lengthening cost varies by scope, insurance and surgery type. Compare reported price ranges and learn what to ask before you book a consultation.
• Bone Grafting for Dental Implants Cost: 2026 Price Guide Bone grafting for dental implants cost depends on graft type, complexity and insurance. Compare ranges, cost drivers and financing for Delaware patients.
• Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis Explained Learn the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis, including causes, warning signs, diagnosis, treatment options and when to see a periodontist.
• Teeth Gums Receding: Causes, Risks and Care Teeth gums receding can expose roots and raise sensitivity. Learn causes, risks, home care, grafts, and when to see a periodontist.
• Can Periodontal Disease Cause Bad Breath? a Guide Can periodontal disease cause bad breath? Yes. See how pocket bacteria raise odor, what else causes it, and when to see a periodontist.
• What Is LANAP Procedure and How It Works What is LANAP procedure? A plain-language guide to the PerioLase protocol, who it may help, and how it compares with traditional gum treatment.
• Crown Lengthening and Gingivectomy Compared Compare crown lengthening and gingivectomy by tissue, healing time, and which fits a gummy smile or a new crown.
• What to Expect After LANAP Surgery Timeline See what to expect after lanap surgery: day-by-day healing, diet, cleaning rules, and when to call a periodontist.
• Dark Gums Around Tooth: Causes and Care Dark gums around tooth may be a metal tattoo, inflammation, or a lesion. See causes, warning signs, and how a periodontist evaluates it.
• What Is Osseous Surgery and Who May Need It What is osseous surgery? See how bone reshaping reduces deep gum pockets, what healing involves, and when LANAP or scaling may fit better.
• Is Laser Gum Surgery Worth It? LANAP vs Standard Care Is laser gum surgery worth it? Compare LANAP with scaling, flap surgery and regeneration on evidence, recovery, cost and who qualifies.
• What Is Subepithelial Connective Tissue Graft? a Guide Learn what is subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG), when gum recession needs one, how it is done, expected results, recovery, and alternatives.
• Sinus Augmentation with Bone Graft: Options and Risks Learn how sinus augmentation with bone graft works, which graft materials are used, lateral vs crestal approaches, healing time and risks.
• Laser Gum Surgery Healing Time Week by Week Learn laser gum surgery healing time from the first hours through months of follow-up, including diet, comfort, and when results are checked.
• Periodontal Maintenance D4910: Scope and Frequency Periodontal maintenance D4910 explained: what the CDT code covers, how visit frequency is set, and what documentation and insurance may mean for you.
• Tooth Extraction Membrane: What to Know Learn how a tooth extraction membrane supports socket preservation and bone healing. Explore resorbable and non-resorbable options and what to expect.
• Can Gums Grow Back What Patients Should Know Can gums grow back on their own? Learn what periodontal experts say about natural regrowth, grafting, timelines, and how to protect your gumline.
• Receding Gum Back of Tooth: Causes and Treatment Options Receding gum back of tooth? Learn common causes, when to worry, and modern treatment options including grafting and LANAP for Delaware patients.
• Gum Surgery Stitches: Care Tips for Recovery Learn how to care for gum surgery stitches, what to expect during recovery, and signs of complications to watch for. Practical tips for faster healing.
• Gums Receding Around Crown Gums receding around crown. Gums receding around a crown can signal inflammation, margin problems, or tissue loss. Learn common causes, diagnostic steps
• Pocketing in Teeth: What It Means and How It's Treated Pocketing in teeth explained by Delaware periodontists. Learn how pockets are measured, what the numbers mean, and how LANAP and other treatments restore gum
• Dental Implant Scan Body in Modern Digital Workflows Learn what a dental implant scan body does, how it shapes digital implant impressions, and why design, height, and seating affect accuracy
• Dental Implant Space Requirements: A Practical Reference Clear numeric guidelines for dental implant space requirements, including horizontal, vertical, and mesiodistal measurements for single and multi-unit cases.
• Can Dry Mouth Cause Gum Disease? the Mechanism & Risk Can Dry Mouth Cause Gum Disease. Discover how dry mouth can cause gum disease by reducing natural protective saliva. Learn risk factors and practical prevention
• Sinus Lift and Implant at the Same Time: A Patient Guide Sinus lift and implant at the same time: learn who qualifies, how it compares to staged placement, success rates, risks, and what to ask a periodontist.
• Sinus Lift Healing Time: What to Expect Learn about sinus lift healing time, typical timelines, and what influences recovery after sinus augmentation. Get practical guidance
• Can Grinding Teeth Cause Swollen Lymph Nodes? a Guide Can grinding teeth cause swollen lymph nodes? Learn what bruxism does cause, when nodes signal infection, and when to seek dental or medical care.
• Mobility of Teeth: Causes and Solutions Learn what mobility of teeth means, its link to gum disease, and how to improve tooth stability. Expert advice for healthier gums.
• Laser Gum Treatment Before and After: A Patient Guide See what laser gum treatment before and after really shows. Learn how LANAP works, realistic results, recovery, and what to ask your periodontist.
• Guided Tissue Regeneration: What Patients Need to Know Learn how guided tissue regeneration helps regrow bone and gum tissue after periodontal disease. See the procedure, recovery timeline, and expected results.
• Gum Graft Failure Rate: What Delaware Patients Should Know Learn the real gum graft failure rate and what influences success. Expert guidance from Periodontal Associates of Delaware for Wilmington, Newark, and Dover
• 7 Gum Graft Alternatives: Pros, Cons, and Options Explore 7 gum graft alternatives, including LANAP, Pinhole Surgery, and restorative options, with pros, cons, candidacy, and next steps.
• Periodontal Gum Abscess: Signs and Care Guide Learn about periodontal gum abscess causes, symptoms, and treatment options to protect your oral health and prevent complications.
• Periodontal Bone Grafts: Types, Healing, and What to Expect Learn about periodontal bone grafts for ridge preservation and augmentation. Compare graft types and understand healing timelines from a Delaware periodontist.
• Bottom Gum Recession: Causes, Treatment & Prevention Guide Learn why bottom gum recession happens, how periodontists treat lower teeth, and steps to prevent further gum loss. Read the complete Delaware guide.
• Levels of Gingivitis Explained: What to Expect Understand the levels of gingivitis and their signs, from mild inflammation to severe gum disease. Learn how Periodontal Associates of Delaware can help
• Frenectomy Gum Recession: When a Tight Frenum Needs Fixing Frenectomy Gum Recession. Learn how an aberrant frenum can pull gums away from teeth, when frenectomy is indicated, and how it pairs
• Sinus Lift Surgery Explained: Guide for Delaware Patients Understand sinus lift surgery options for dental implants at Periodontal Associates of Delaware. Learn about lateral and crestal approaches, risks
• Sinus Augmentation Recovery: What to Expect After Surgery Learn about sinus augmentation recovery timelines, symptoms, and activity restrictions after a sinus lift. Get advice from Periodontal Associates of Delaware.
• Sinus Augmentation Cost: A 2026 Guide for Delaware Learn what affects sinus augmentation cost in Delaware in 2026. This guide breaks down pricing factors and helps you plan your procedure budget.
• Laser Gum Treatment Cost: What to Expect and Why Learn what drives laser gum treatment cost, typical price ranges, insurance considerations, and how LANAP compares to traditional gum surgery alternatives.
• Does Grinding Teeth Cause Receding Gums? What to Know Does grinding teeth cause receding gums? Learn how bruxism and gum recession are linked, plus prevention tips for 2026.