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Dr. Gustavo Perdomo, DMD

Prosthodontist

Dr. Gustavo Perdomo is a prosthodontist practicing in Weymouth, MA. Dr. Perdomo specializes in the restoration and replacement of teeth. Prosthodontists maintain oral function, comfort and the appearance and health either with the natural teeth or the replacement of missing ones with maxillofacial tissues and artificial substances.
Dr. Gustavo Perdomo, DMD
  • Weymouth, MA
  • Accepting new patients

Can dentures cause gum recession?

A complete denture does not cause gingival recession. If it is a Removable Partial Denture it may cause some gingival recession around where the remaining teeth are supported the READ MORE
A complete denture does not cause gingival recession. If it is a Removable Partial Denture it may cause some gingival recession around where the remaining teeth are supported the RPD.

Should I be able to floss under my implant?

Yes, you can. Under a Pontic in an implant bridge, or interproximally both sides following the emergence profile of the implant to remove all bacterial plaque that accumulate underneath. READ MORE
Yes, you can. Under a Pontic in an implant bridge, or interproximally both sides following the emergence profile of the implant to remove all bacterial plaque that accumulate underneath. Of course, in a single implant, you cannot go through completely under the crown, because you have the implant, custom abutment, and cemented or screw-retained crown.

What should you not do before a dental crown?

Without not having an appropriate comprehensive Tx. Plan with a previous exam, X-Ray and a Patient Consent, as well as an approval from the Insurance, I will not do any treatment READ MORE
Without not having an appropriate comprehensive Tx. Plan with a previous exam, X-Ray and a Patient Consent, as well as an approval from the Insurance, I will not do any treatment for a crown.

What are my options for having a missing tooth replaced?

Exam, X-rays, Dx. PC. & Tx. Plan. Implant & Crown, a fixed bridge if the situation with the adjacent teeth allows, a RPD is something removable to replace the missing tooth or READ MORE
Exam, X-rays, Dx. PC. & Tx. Plan. Implant & Crown, a fixed bridge if the situation with the adjacent teeth allows, a RPD is something removable to replace the missing tooth or a temporary Flipper.

What is the way to prevent fungal infections of the mouth?

Hygiene, brushing, flossing, rinses and Periodic visits with the Hygienist

The crown over my molar cracked. What should I do?

Be seen by a dentist ASAP, have an X-Ray taken and proceed with the emergency if the tooth is restorable or not to Tx. Plan.

Is there any medication to prevent tooth decay?

Brushing, flossing, fluoride and to see the Hygienist every six months.

What is the life of a tooth implant?

It depends of many circumstances, like the area, quality and quantity of bone and the amount of connective tissue, respecting the anatomical structures, the length, width, system, READ MORE
It depends of many circumstances, like the area, quality and quantity of bone and the amount of connective tissue, respecting the anatomical structures, the length, width, system, etc. smoker or not.
It could last short period of time like creating inflammation, infection of the around the implant called periimplantitis. Also, could last for many years according with studies, 10,20,30 years. Again, it depends of many circumstances. Not all the implants are for patients and not all patients are for implants.

I knocked out my two front teeth. What's the procedure for implants?

First, to see you at the practice, make an exam, evaluate the area clinically and X-Rays need to be taken, do a very Thorough exam to diagnosis, prognosis and Tx. Plan with different READ MORE
First, to see you at the practice, make an exam, evaluate the area clinically and X-Rays need to be taken, do a very Thorough exam to diagnosis, prognosis and Tx. Plan with different options.

Do I need a prosthodontic follow up after getting my dentures?

Yes, As a Prosthodontist, I need to follow-up my patients with any Prosthesis I have made. Either, fixed or removable in conventional crown & bridge, Implant fixed or removable READ MORE
Yes, As a Prosthodontist, I need to follow-up my patients with any Prosthesis I have made. Either, fixed or removable in conventional crown & bridge, Implant fixed or removable prostheses. In general any Restorative or Comprehensive Reconstructive work.