COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Losing teeth shouldn’t mean losing self-confidence and the ability to eat certain foods.
And yet, that is what happens to many Americans when they lose their teeth due to trauma, periodontal disease or decay and replace them with traditional dentures.
Although dentures can provide an natural-looking alternative for missing teeth, wearers often complain about their difficulty in eating, speaking and even smiling while wearing them, said Philadelphia dental implants specialist, Dr. David DiGiallorenzo. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
For years, DiGiallorenzo, a Philadelphia periodontist, has used dental implants to provide patients with a better alternative to traditional dentures that allows a person to smile, speak, eat and even kiss with confidence. Known as implant supported overdentures, these dentures use precise dental attachments to hold the denture in place and prevent it from slipping. (more…)
COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – We all want a bright white “toothy” smile to show off, but what happens when you are born with congenitally missing teeth?
Thanks to modern periodontics, Williamsport periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo is able to alleviate this problem for patients, often in just one visit.
The condition of congenitally missing teeth also is referred to as tooth agenesis. Studies show that nearly 3 percent of people in the United States are born with missing upper lateral incisors. Slightly more than 3 percent are missing second molars, and almost 20 percent of the American population is born without third molars, according to dental health Web site.
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COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Snoring has been the scourge of many a marriage throughout history.
But in addition to being an annoyance to spouses, snoring can be a sign of a more serious problem: sleep apnea.
Sleep apnea is a breathing problem caused when the tonsils, tongue or fatty tissue in the throat blocks the airway to the lungs. Approximately 18 million people have sleep apnea, according to Orbit Medical.
Pennsylvania Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo treats many sleep apnea patients by fitting them with a device called Silent Nite, which is manufactured by Glidewell Laboratories. (more…)
COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Your gums could be killing you.
The truth is that chronic oral inflammatory disease- or periodontal disease- can do more than cause tooth loss, said Collegeville Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo. It can kill you.
It is estimated that almost 75 percent of Americans suffer from any of a number periodontal disease forms and aren’t even aware of it, according to the American Dental Hygienists’ Association.
“Millions of Americans have loose teeth, bleeding gums, sore teeth, bad breath and shifting teeth, and all of these things are signs of periodontal disease,” said DiGiallorenzo, a Collegeville, PA dental implants specialist. “What’s particularly alarming is that only about three percent will receive treatment.”
The majority of people go undiagnosed as a result of not routinely visiting a dentist and not having a full periodontal probing and full set of X-rays. Of those who do get diagnosed, they frequently don’t follow through with treatment because gum disease typically doesn’t hurt and either they ignore recommendations, or they are under-treated, he said.
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – There is a link between nutrition and periodontal health and the Philadelphia, PA periodontists in Dr. David DiGiallorenzo’s Collegeville and Williamsport practice are working to educate patients on that important link.
DiGiallorenzo, a Philadelphia, PA periodontist, introduced two lines of nutritional products- Isagenix and NuVerus- into his practice recently in an effort to help patients build their immune systems and fight gum infections.
The role of diet and nutritional factors in the development of periodontal disease is unclear, but researchers have learned that the defense mechanisms of the saliva and gingival tissues can be affected by nutritional health, according to an article published by the American Dental Hygienists Association. (more…)
September 2, 2009- PHILADELPHIA, PA – It’s no secret that smoking is bad for you, but for those stubborn smokers out there, a Philadelphia, PA dental implants specialist has uncovered a few more reasons to “kick butt,” so to speak, once and for all.
Smoking and smokeless tobacco products is the number one risk factor for periodontal disease and can slow the healing process after oral surgery, said Dr. David Digiallorenzo. He also has noted that oral cancers are on the rise and this could be due in part to the use of smokeless tobacco products. Smokeless tobacco contains more than 2,000 chemicals, many of which have been directly related to causing cancer.
“Your oral health is a window into your overall health,” Digiallorenzo said. “Smokers tend to have poor health, with lots of chronic diseases looming.”
He and other Philadelphia, PA periodontists routinely counsel smokers on the importance of giving up the habit for good. Here are some reasons why: (more…)
Tuesday, August 4, 2009 — PHILADELPHIA, PA — Without the proper treatment by a dental implant specialist and continued maintenance, the success rates of dental implants are greatly reduced. Complications from dental implants can include inflammation, swelling, tissue loss, bone loss, or even nerve damage to the gums and jaw bone.
Fortunately, there is an implant system, which along with the help of an experienced practitioner, ensures long-term form and esthetic function. Dr. David DiGiallorenzo, a leader amongst Philadelphia periodontists, has spent the past seven years spreading the word about the Ankylos Implant System, in hopes that the world’s dentists and practitioners will adopt the best implant treatment possible. (more…)
June 19 , 2009 — PHILADELPHIA, PA — According to a recent study published in the Journal of Periodontology (JOP) and the American Journal of Cardiology (AJC), there is conclusive evidence linking periodontal and cardiovascular diseases. Though an early version of this study was published online in June 2009, Philadelphia dental implant expert Dr. David DiGiallorenzo has been working hand-in-hand with cardiologists to prevent patients from suffering both periodontal and cardiovascular diseases long before the study was published.
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Thursday, June 11, 2009 — PHILADELPHIA, PA — Children have heard it since the invention of the tooth brush: “Brush your teeth or they’ll fall out.” Parents say this to get their children to build healthy habits for brushing and oral hygiene. But, have you ever heard a parent say: “Brush your teeth or you’ll have heart problems?” (more…)
Thursday, May 14, 2009- PHILADELPHIA, PA – There was a time when a dentist’s referral to a periodontist sparked fear and trepidation in the minds of many patients.
However, laser therapy for gum disease has transformed a once lengthy, painful, multi-appointment procedure into a single painless, non-surgical visit, said Philadelphia dental implants specialist and periodontist Dr. David Digiallorenzo.
Digiallorenzo has offered laser therapy in his office for 10 years, but the recent purchase of a new dental laser manufactured by Millennium Dental Technologies is changing the face of periodontal disease treatment for the Philadelphia periodontists in his practice, he said. (more…)
