We are a specialist in Periodontics and Dental Implants, located at 102-224 Pacific Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1N9.

Everyone can recognize a nice set of teeth, but what you can see of those pearly whites is only the tip of the iceberg!

What lies below the surface is a complex foundation, made up of your gums and jawbone, which stabilizes and anchors the part we can see.

Around 50% of adults may have breakdown of this foundation, which is often painless and can go unnoticed.

A specialist dentist, called a ‘Periodontist’ works together with your dentist to restore and maintain a healthy foundation for your teeth.

We all have two types of gum tissue – firm, and flimsy.

In some cases, the firm gum tissue next to the tooth is lost - sometimes from recession, hard-brushing, or genetic reasons.

A ‘gum graft’ strengthens and restores this firm tissue, helping with sensitivity issues, stabilization, and can improve the look and health of your gums.

Missing a tooth?

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root placed in the jawbone, and is a permanent solution to replace a missing tooth.

You can’t see the implant, but after it heals and fuses with your bone, your dentist will attach a ‘crown’ (the part of the tooth above the gums), filling the space and restoring the ability to confidently smile, speak, and eat.

Also called ‘gum disease’, this is a breakdown of the foundation supporting the teeth.

Around 50% of adults experience some form of this chronic inflammatory breakdown, and it is often painless and worsens over time if it is untreated.

Similar to a fence-post in the ground, a tooth is anchored by its root, and any lost support may lead to further problems.

Early detection is important, and maintaining the foundation below the surface not only keeps your teeth and mouth healthy, but is an important part of total body health.