Dental Medicine and Orthodontics

Periodontology and Implant Dentistry

Periodontology, or periodontics, focuses on teeth-supportive structures and associated diseases. The periodontium includes gums, alveolar bone, cementum, and the periodontal ligament, all vital for tooth support. A periodontist specializes in diagnosing, preventing, and treating periodontitis, and performs dental implant procedures.

Dental implant surgery replaces tooth roots with metal posts, offering a natural-looking and functional alternative, especially beneficial for those avoiding uncomfortable dentures or bridgework. Topics encompass periodontal endoscopy, diseases, peri-implantitis, and risk factors associated with dental implants.