With the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak interrupting routine dental care, you may find that you can’t visit your dentist normally. At Ward Periodontics, we’re doing our part to help slow the spread. While we are still offering teledentistry and emergency dental care, we are not currently seeing patients for routine preventive care.  So how can... More

Periodontal (gum) disease affects nearly half of all American adults, and is the leading cause of preventable tooth loss in older adults and seniors. Wondering how to prevent periodontal disease? You may be considering using mouthwash to help clean your gums and teeth. But does mouthwash actually help stop gum disease, or should you skip... More

If you have an advanced case of periodontal (gum) disease and you’re exploring your treatment options, pocket reduction surgery may be a good option. This treatment can help eliminate bacteria from your mouth and restore your gums, preventing further progression of gum disease. But when is it necessary? The knowledgeable team at Ward Periodontics in... More

At Ward Periodontics, we specialize in the treatment of gingivitis and gum disease and are always happy to discuss the basics of gum disease. We’ll help you to understand how to recognize the early signs of gingivitis and ensure you get the help you need before your gum disease progresses and causes irreversible damage to... More