Dr. Kevin B Calongne DDS
Periodontist | Periodontics
12727 Kimberley Ln Suite 205 Houston TX, 77024Rating
4/5
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Dr. Kevin Calongne practices Periodontics in Houston, TX. A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Dr. Calongne has expertise in the treatment of oral inflammation and often treats problematic periodontal cases, such as those with severe gum disease or a complex medical history. Some treatments that Dr. Calongne provides are scaling and root planing and root surface debridement.
Education and Training
LSU School of Dentistry DDS 1990
Provider Details
Dr. Kevin B Calongne DDS's Expert Contributions
Is pinhole gum surgery better than gum graft?
Generally, no. READ MORE
Can Invisalign cause gum recession?
Yes. The teeth can be expanded outside of the bone, which can cause a recession. All orthodontic treatment must be closely monitored. READ MORE
What helps gums heal faster after extraction?
Zinc and vitamin D3. READ MORE
How can I get rid of a tooth infection ?
Once a tooth abscesses, the only treatments that give lasting relief are root canals or extraction. So, yes, you need to see a dentist. READ MORE
Is it normal to have pain 3 days after oral surgery?
Yes READ MORE
Is it safe to remove all 4 wisdom teeth at once?
Yes, in most cases, that’s how it is done. READ MORE
How can I speed up bone graft healing?
The only thing that you can do is keep a healthy lifestyle, but bone is a slow growing tissue, and patience is the best therapy. READ MORE
Will a tooth abscess go away with antibiotics?
The effects of antibiotics on an abscessed tooth are temporary at best. Treatment via root canal therapy or extraction is the only lasting treatment. READ MORE
What happens if you get decay under a crown?
The crown generally has to be replaced READ MORE
Can I save my teeth with periodontal disease?
If you aren't smoking. READ MORE
How long does jaw pain last after dental implants?
Significant pain after implant placement may be an indication of infection. READ MORE
How deep does a dental implant go?
Dental implants go to about the same depth in the bone as normal tooth roots, which is about 9-15mm. READ MORE
Do you a need bone graft for an implant?
Your surgeon will take X-rays to determine if you have enough bone for immediate implant placement. READ MORE
How long does it take for baking soda to remove tartar?
It doesn’t READ MORE
Can a tooth that had a root canal get infected?
Approximately 15% of root canal therapies fail. So, yes your tooth can still abscess. READ MORE
How can I get rid of an abscess without going to the dentist?
You can’t. READ MORE
Can enamel grow back on teeth?
Unfortunately, enamel only forms during tooth development. It doesn't grow back. READ MORE
Can a salt water rinse heal a gum infection?
That will make it feel better, but it will have no therapeutic effect. READ MORE
How long does it take for an infected tooth to heal?
An infected tooth will not heal without some form of treatment. READ MORE
Can antibiotics alone cure a tooth abscess?
No, only a root canal treatment or extraction will resolve a tooth infection. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Billy Pennell Research Award 1996 The Southeast Society of Periodontics
- National Merit Commended Schollar 1981 The National Merit Scholarship Corporation
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Texas Dental Association
- Greater Houston Dental Association
- Greater Houston Society of Periodontists
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Ducks Unlimited, Delta Ducks
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