Periodontics

At Nemeth & Katranji Periodontics, we see the difference a clean appliance makes every day. Clear aligners and bonded retainers are excellent tools for orthodontic results, but they can also create sheltered spaces where bacteria thrive. When fixed retainer plaque forms along the wire on the tongue side of the front teeth, the gums react…

Bruxism is the habit of clenching or grinding your teeth, often at night and sometimes during the day. Many people are surprised to learn that this silent habit can be just as damaging to the supporting structures of the teeth as plaque and bacteria. The periodontal ligament is a network of tiny fibers that suspend…

Many people think of mouth breathing as a harmless habit. In reality, regular mouth breathing can change the entire environment of your mouth. It dries tissues, reduces the protective power of saliva, and shifts the balance of bacteria along the gumline. Over time this can raise the risk of cavities, gum inflammation, and even changes…

Many patients ask whether switching from cigarettes to e-cigarettes protects the mouth. Research continues to evolve, but the pattern is clear. Vaping is not harmless for oral tissues and it can raise the risk of gum inflammation, delayed healing, and other problems that set the stage for periodontal disease. From a periodontal perspective, the best…

Periodontal therapy is most effective when your body has the raw materials it needs to repair tissue, fight infection, and calm inflammation. Food is not just fuel. It provides collagen building blocks for the gums, vitamins that support the immune system, minerals for bone strength, and antioxidants that protect healing cells. At Nemeth & Katranji…

Medications that act on the GLP-1 pathway, including semaglutide and tirzepatide, are helping many people improve blood sugar control and achieve meaningful weight loss. As a periodontal specialty practice, we are often asked how GLP-1 and oral health are connected. The short answer is that these medicines can influence your mouth in both direct and…