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Jon Perlus
Periodontist
Dr. Jon Perlus is a Dentist practicing in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Perlus specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Jon Perlus
- Toronto, Ontario
- McGill University Faculty of Dentistry
- Accepting new patients
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Do you get a gum graft during implant surgery?
Very often gingival grafts are required around implants
Can you get braces If you have gingivitis?
The gingivitis has to be resolved before braces otherwise it becomes high risk.
Is it normal for gums to be swollen after a filling?
No. There may be a problem.
Can a gap in front teeth be fixed?
Gaps can be fixed by orthodontics treatment to close the spaces or by caps.
How do I stop my gums from bleeding when I brush?
Gums bleed when inflamed. Make sure your teeth are professionally cleaned at least 6 monthly and be sure to maintain gum health by brushing where the gum meets the tooth and do READ MORE
Gums bleed when inflamed. Make sure your teeth are professionally cleaned at least 6 monthly and be sure to maintain gum health by brushing where the gum meets the tooth and do not miss the gum line.
Does bone grow back after wisdom tooth extraction?
Bone usually grows back after wisdom teeth removal. However, in many impacted cases there is incomplete regeneration of the bone at the back of the remaining second molar and some READ MORE
Bone usually grows back after wisdom teeth removal. However, in many impacted cases there is incomplete regeneration of the bone at the back of the remaining second molar and some grafting is indicated to prevent future problems
Can dental implants get infected years later?
Dental implants are more susceptible to gum disease than teeth because the gums do not attach to them and seal them from the oral environment. As a result they can get infected READ MORE
Dental implants are more susceptible to gum disease than teeth because the gums do not attach to them and seal them from the oral environment. As a result they can get infected at any time for various reasons.
My advice is to be sure to keep the gumline clean at all times!
My advice is to be sure to keep the gumline clean at all times!
Should I squeeze pus out of my gum abscess?
Absolutely.
How long does it take to heal from dental implant surgery?
Healing is usually very rapid and there is no down time.
Why do my gums bleed around my crown?
The gums are inflamed. The cause can be layers or invasion of the biologic width.
Should I get a second opinion about having a root canal?
See an endodontist or root canal specialist to be sure.
How long does it take for a dry socket to heal?
There is an item called Dry Sicket Paste that dentists can place into the dry socket to obtains trecrxposed nerves and reduce the pain while the site heals and closes
Why are my gums still swollen from having my teeth pulled?
Sounds like the normal healing process but you should go back for follow up
Is it possible to brush my teeth way too much?
No problem. Not too much. Brush as much as you want.
Why does a cracked tooth have to be pulled?
It depends on the extent of the fracture. If the tooth is not restorable, it is extracted. There is no treatment for a vertical root fracture.
Can my silver fillings be replaced with white fillings?
Absolutely. Your dentist is perfectly capable of doing this and has done it for many of his patients I am sure.
How often do you need your teeth cleaned?
Professional dental cleanings are case specific. Rule of thumb dictates 6-monthly, however, people who are at high risk for decay or gum disease should attend 3 to 4 times per READ MORE
Professional dental cleanings are case specific. Rule of thumb dictates 6-monthly, however, people who are at high risk for decay or gum disease should attend 3 to 4 times per year.
Those who have a history of no caries and very low incidence of minimal tooth repairs can have it done on a 9-monthly basis. Same for those with no history of gum disease.
Those who have a history of no caries and very low incidence of minimal tooth repairs can have it done on a 9-monthly basis. Same for those with no history of gum disease.
My daughter has a gap between her front two teeth. Is it normal?
It is normal and can be corrected with orthodontic treatment
I have tooth sensitivity but no cavities. What could be the reason?
Riotvsenditivity grom gum recession is common. Apply fluorides to the exposed surfacrs
