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Dr. Miriam Ting

Periodontist

Miriam Ting, DMD, BDS, MS, DICOI, FIADFE, is a periodontist who diagnoses and treats patients as President and Director of the Think Dental Learning Institute and Periodontist at Think Oral Implants and Periodontics, a private practice dedicated exclusively to the practice of periodontology in Paoli, Pennsylvania. Periodontology or periodontics is the specialty of dentistry that studies supporting structures of teeth, as well as diseases and conditions that affect them. Furthermore, Dr. Ting is on faculty for the Dental Residency Program at Einstein Medical Center. Dr. Ting has an impressive professional journey that spans many years and has expanse knowledge and unrivaled expertise in periodontics. Throughout her many years of experience, she has upheld a steadfast commitment to the ethical and professional standards of her practice, as evidenced by her sterling record, and ensures an impeccable degree of patient satisfaction in all facets of her work. Moreover, Dr. Ting has published numerous research and review papers, systematic reviews, and textbook chapters on periodontal microbiology and dental implant rehabilitation in peer-reviewed journals, such as Periodontology 2000, the Journal of Oral Implantology, Implant Dentistry, Compendium, the Journal of Periodontal Research, and the European Journal of Oral Sciences. Prior to her current endeavors, Dr. Ting has had faculty appointments at University of Southern California, Nova Southeastern University, University of Pittsburgh, and Temple University
32 years Experience
Dr. Miriam Ting
  • Paoli, Pennsylvania
  • National University Of Singapore
  • Accepting new patients

How quickly can smoking cause gum disease?

Smoking can lead to other health issue beside gum issues. how fast it affects depends on the body's ability to resist the damages

Do swollen gums go away after braces?

Usually not. You should first find out the cause of the swollen gum. Improving oral hygiene and brushing may help. Please consult with a periodontist if surgery to remove the swollen READ MORE
Usually not. You should first find out the cause of the swollen gum. Improving oral hygiene and brushing may help. Please consult with a periodontist if surgery to remove the swollen gums is needed.

Which toothpaste is best for gum recession?

Don't think toothpaste can treat gum recession. You can see a periodontist to do a root coverage procedure to reverse the recession if you don't have periodontal disease. more READ MORE
Don't think toothpaste can treat gum recession. You can see a periodontist to do a root coverage procedure to reverse the recession if you don't have periodontal disease. more info in the video below:
https://youtu.be/kw2wkNP-s_8

Why are my dental implants hurting my gums?

You should definitely speak with your dentist to figure out what is causing the pain

Can you get braces If you have gingivitis?

Please get the gingivitis under control. It can get worse with braces

Why are my gums darkening?

It may be natural pigmentations. You might want to check it out. If it just increased pigmentation, we do laser depigmentation which could easily remove it, with minimal discomfort READ MORE
It may be natural pigmentations. You might want to check it out. If it just increased pigmentation, we do laser depigmentation which could easily remove it, with minimal discomfort

I am having a dull pain in my gums while chewing food. Could it be sign of an infection?

You should have it checked out to rule out anything more serious. Pain is usually a symptom that something is not right

Can a crown cause gum pain?

Not usually. Some post op discomfort right after the placement of the crown is normal, but should go away after a few days

How painful is a deep gum cleaning?

Depends on the technique. Usually local anesthetic is given, so there is no pain. Please see below video:
https://youtu.be/NHaaFOr1PSM

Can I pop a pus pocket on my gums?

You see a dentist right away, if you have pus in the gum. Pus in the gums is not a healthy situation

Do you need antibiotics for treating gingivitis?

That depends on what is causing the gingivitis. Another option to treat gingivitis is laser biofilm reduction

Concern for gum graft recovery

Just to be safe, please return to see your periodontist to check it out

My stitches done for gum grafting have become loose. What can I do?

Please have your periodontist check it out

Gum recession

This is explained in the following link:
https://thebestdentaloralcare.com/receding-gums.html#content

Can teeth be saved with gum recession?

Yes. You can read more information in the following link:
https://thebestdentaloralcare.com/receding-gums.html#content

Is there a cosmetic procedure for receding gums?

Yes there is.
Please watch the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kw2wkNP-s_8

Is laser periodontal treatment effective for gum disease?

Yes, effective and minimally invasive.
You can see the procedure described here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mo6MD69DUZI

How do you regrow bone loss from periodontal disease?

You may get get tissue regeneration with laser periodontal therapy.
This procedure is described in the following video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mo6MD69DUZI

Can you get veneers if you have receding gums?

Yes you can. May want to graft the recession first