A Missing Tooth Is More Than a Gap in Your Smile Losing a tooth — whether from gum disease, injury, or extraction — can feel like a cosmetic concern. But what happens beneath the gumline after a tooth is lost tells a more complex story. At Metropolitan Periodontists in Minneapolis, our periodontists — Drs. Elias Kersten, Mark Wilson, and Tamir Shalev — regularly treat patients who waited on replacement and are now facing consequences that go well beyond appearance ...

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The Connection Between Your Gums and Your Body Most people think of gum disease as a dental problem — red, swollen gums or teeth that bleed when you brush. But decades of research have revealed something far more significant: the health of your gums has a direct impact on the health of your entire body. At Metropolitan Periodontists in Minneapolis, Drs. Elias Kersten, Mark Wilson, and Tamir Shalev treat gum disease as the whole-body health issue ...

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Replacing Missing Teeth: What You Need to Know Missing teeth affect far more than your smile — they impact how you eat, speak, and feel about yourself, and they set off a chain of changes in your jawbone and surrounding teeth that worsen over time. The good news is that modern periodontology offers better tooth replacement options than ever before. At Metropolitan Periodontists in Minneapolis, Drs. Elias Kersten, Mark Wilson, and Tamir Shalev help Twin Cities ...

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A Two-Way Street: Diabetes and Periodontal Disease Diabetes and gum disease have one of the most well-documented relationships in medicine. They don't just coexist — each condition actively worsens the other, creating a cycle that can be difficult to break without addressing both. At Metropolitan Periodontists in Minneapolis, Drs. Elias Kersten, Mark Wilson, and Tamir Shalev work with many patients managing diabetes, and periodontal care is a cornerstone of their overall health management. Why Diabetes ...

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Crown Lengthening vs. Gum Contouring: What’s the Difference? Understanding Two Periodontal Procedures That Can Reshape Your Gumline If your teeth appear too short, your gumline looks uneven, or your dentist has told you that more tooth structure needs to be exposed before placing a crown, you may hear the terms crown lengthening and gum contouring. Although both procedures involve reshaping the gumline, they are not necessarily the same treatment. Gum contouring is primarily used ...

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For many adults and teens considering orthodontic treatment, one of the biggest concerns isn't whether they want straighter teeth—it's how long treatment will take. Traditional orthodontic treatment can require braces or aligners for well over a year, and complex cases may take even longer. Wilckodontics®, also known as Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (PAOO) or Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (AOO), combines orthodontic treatment with specialized periodontal procedures designed to facilitate faster tooth movement. At ...

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A Minimally Invasive Solution for Restoring Bone Before Dental Implants Looking for a Less Invasive Way to Restore Bone? If you've been told you don't have enough bone to support a dental implant, you may think your only option is a major surgical bone graft. Fortunately, advances in periodontal surgery have led to innovative techniques that can make bone regeneration more comfortable, efficient, and predictable. One of the most exciting developments is SMART ...

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If you've recently been told you need periodontal treatment — whether for gum disease, gum recession, a dental implant, or oral surgery — you may have heard your periodontist mention something called Platelet-Rich Fibrin, or PRF. It's one of the most exciting advances in periodontal care over the past decade, and at Metropolitan Periodontists in Minneapolis, it's become an important part of how we help patients heal faster and feel better after treatment. Here ...

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Understanding the Difference Between Gingivitis and Periodontitis If you've recently noticed bleeding gums, bad breath, or tenderness when brushing, you may be wondering: Can gum disease be reversed? The answer is encouraging—but it depends on how early the condition is detected. The earliest stage of gum disease, known as gingivitis, can often be completely reversed with professional treatment and improved oral hygiene. However, once gum disease progresses to periodontitis, the damage becomes permanent ...

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A healthy smile starts well below the surface of your teeth. Your gums provide the vital foundation for your entire mouth, yet they are often overlooked until a problem arises. Taking care of your periodontal health is a crucial part of maintaining your overall well-being. When brushing and flossing are no longer enough to keep your gums in top shape, it is time to seek expert care. A periodontist is a dental specialist who focuses ...

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Advanced Laser Gum Disease Therapy in Minneapolis, MN If you’ve been told you have gum disease, you may be worried about painful surgery, long recovery times, or even losing teeth. The good news is that modern periodontal technology has transformed the way gum disease is treated. One of the most advanced options available today is LANAP® laser gum treatment. At Metropolitan Periodontists, patients throughout Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities area are discovering how ...

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Preventative care and timely intervention will protect your smile and support your cardiovascular longevity.

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A healthy smile is often the first thing people notice about you. Behind those bright teeth, your gums play a vital role in supporting your oral health. Unfortunately, periodontal issues can sneak up on you quietly. Gum disease is incredibly common, yet many people do not realize they have it until the condition has advanced significantly. Catching gum disease early makes a world of difference. When you identify the symptoms in their initial stages, the ...

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Minneapolis Dental Implants: Everything You Need to Know Quick answer: Dental implants provide a permanent, natural-looking solution for missing teeth by replacing both the tooth and the root. For residents seeking dental implants in Minneapolis, Metropolitan Periodontists P.A. offers comprehensive options including traditional implants, same-day implants, and bone grafting, ensuring a comfortable and functional smile restoration. Dealing with tooth loss or severe dental decay can be incredibly stressful, impacting your ability to eat comfortably ...

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At Metropolitan Periodontists, we have built a culture centered around three core values.  These values are at the heart of our business and are reflected in everything we do.  From our policies and systems to our daily interactions, we continually strive to behave in a way that aligns with these core values. Intentional Hospitality is one of these three core values that we consider so important to the way we operate.  We believe that at ...

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