Some common indications include:

• I am interested in replacement tooth options such as a dental implant.

• I am  dissatisfied with my current bridge or dentures, and am interested in dental implants.

• I feel that my teeth are too short or that my smile is too "gummy."

• I have chronic bad breath (No one should have bad breath that won't go away!).

• I have dentures that are loose or painful and would prefer a more stable or less painful option.

• My gums appear red or swollen.

• My gums bleed when I brush my teeth.

• I have noticed a little blood on my toothbrush when brushing.

• My teeth seem longer or my gums appear to be receding.

• I have a sore or irritation in my mouth that has not healed in two weeks.

• I have had a family member with periodontal disease. (Research suggests that the bacteria that cause periodontal disease can pass through saliva. This means the common contact of saliva in families puts children and couples at risk for contracting the periodontal disease of another family member.)

• I have heart disease, diabetes, respiratory disease or osteoporosis. (Ongoing research is showing that periodontal disease may be linked to these conditions. The bacteria associated with periodontal disease can travel into the blood stream and pose a threat to other parts of the body. Healthy gums help lead to a healthier body.)