Howard Kaufman DDS

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Primary: Dentist

Sub-Specialty: Endodontics (Endodontist),Periodontics (Periodontist)

Additional Specialties: Dentist

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Phone: (562) 494-3434

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http://www.gumdoctorlongbeach.com

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Periodontists, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Clinics, Dental Hygienists, Dentists, Endodontists, Implant Dentistry, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontists, Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontists & Denture Centers

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Insurance: Delta Dental Premier, Delta Dental PPO

Specialties: Dentist

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Phone: (562) 597-5700

Address: 1777 N Bellflower Blvd Ste 108, Long Beach, CA 90815

Website: http://www.gumdoctorlongbeach.com

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Howard Kaufman DDS

Teeth Cleaning
Yes and no. The scientific community believes that individuals may inherit a weakness, such as the tendency toward heavier plaque formation and bone destruction. However, an individual who maintains good oral hygiene and routine dental and periodontal cleanings may control periodontal disease.

Crowns
If your teeth appear short, they may actually be the proper length. The teeth may be covered by too much gum tissue. Dr. Kaufman can correct this by performing a crown lengthening, a periodontal plastic surgery procedure. The excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth, creating a beautiful smile.

Deep Cleaning

Dental Implants
Additionally, Dr. Kaufman is licensed by the State of California to perform IV sedation. This can greatly enhance your comfort during your implant or periodontal procedure.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Flap Surgery
Dr. Kaufman gently separates the gum from the tooth, creating a “flap” and access to the infected area. This allows the periodontist to remove deep deposits of plaque and tartar. It also reduces the size of the area where bacteria can grow. Little or no gum tissue is removed.
Bone Grafting
Tiny fragments of either your bone or synthetic bone grafting materials are placed into areas of lost bone. These grafts act as a platform on which bone can regrow, restoring stability to your teeth.

Braces
Fran Gensicki has suffered with painful tooth sensitivity since high school when her braces came off. "Cold air in the winter. If I walk in the morning and breathing in hurts. Cold water," said Gensicki. Pain can sometimes be from sweets even warm fluids. When the gums recede, often the root of the tooth is exposed causing pain. Grinding your teeth can contribute to the problem as well as a cracked or decayed tooth, acidic foods don't help. Gensicki said, "Anything that has a lot of acids in it..."

Teeth Whitening
As you age, teeth get darker and/or yellower from the accumulated years of exposure to foods. Stains occur to due consumption of coffee, tea, red wine, soda and tobacco. Foods high in acid penetrate the protective covering of the tooth, turning it yellow. Temperature changes cause expansion and contraction, allowing for substances to penetrate the tooth surface. Discolored teeth can be treated with over-the-counter preparations like whitening toothpaste and bleaching kits or periodontist-supervised bleaching.
Cosmetic Dentistry
General Dentistry
Gum disease doesn't just make for foul breath and a mangled smile — it's also murder on your heart. If you're breeding bacteria between your teeth, your immune system is on chronic high alert, a condition called inflammation that taxes your vital organs, including your heart. In fact, a woman's chance of having a heart attack may double if she has gum disease, according to the Academy of General Dentistry. Flossing is the best way to banish dangerous oral bacteria, so whip out that string every night before brushing your teeth.

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