PerioImplant Innovations

12/08/2025

Have you heard of Pinhole Grafting? 🤔

Pinhole gum grafting is a virtually pain-free procedure for treating gum recession that requires no incisions and no suturing! You can even resume normal activities the same day as your procedure - so you can get in, out, and on with your life.

12/01/2025

Periodontitis has been known to affect and be affected by other diseases or surgical procedures. Some more commonly known connections are with diabetes and high blood pressure, but did you know that those getting an organ transplant are also at risk?

Find out about the different forms of gum disease, how they can be prevented and treated, and how to maintain your gums in a healthy condition.

11/26/2025

Dr. Noraian presented “Mastering Periodontology” to the Central Illinois Academy of General Dentistry @ SIU Dental School Markarian Sim Lab.

11/24/2025

Gum disease is often silent, meaning symptoms may not appear until an advanced stage of the disease. Click here to learn the warning signs of gum disease: https://bit.ly/1OVv2ku

11/17/2025

Gum disease is unique in that it is both liked to many areas of health, and highly preventable. Unfortunately, poor gum health is all too common and has been known to increase the risk for other illnesses, not the least of which is cancer. So remember to get a checkup every 6 months!

Gum disease can be associated with cancers of the head and neck. Good oral hygiene can reduce this risk and associated gingivitis and periodontitis.

11/10/2025

What is LANAP gum surgery?

Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP) is a highly effective laser treatment for periodontal disease because it effectively treats periodontal disease and improves oral health in a dramatically less invasive manner.

10/27/2025

Did you know your dentist is checking for signs of oral cancer during a check-up? We know we need to brush our teeth and have our teeth checked periodically, but the facts of oral health go far beyond that. 😁

Edmund Khoo, DDS, discusses the potential oral health effects from skipping your annual dental cleanings.

10/20/2025

You’re flossing - great! But in order for dental floss to effectively remove plaque from your teeth, you need to be sure you’re using the correct technique.

Discover five ways to make flossing easy, breezy, beautiful.

10/13/2025

It may seem obvious (and old news), but this 50-year study can finally link high-sugar diets and periodontal disease.

Aarhus University researchers have reviewed the past 50 years of literature and concluded that sugary diets can promote periodontal disease as well as tooth decay.

10/06/2025

Gingival swelling for those new to braces is common and nothing to worry about. That said, it is wise to keep an eye on swollen gums as they may indicate - or lead to - other issues. Here's what you should know.

Swollen gums are a common occurrence when you're new to braces, but it could be also be a sign of gum disease.

09/29/2025

Did you know the average person uses over 100 yards of dental floss a year?

That's what we call a touchdown! 🏈😂