Dental Implants: Are They Always the Best Solution? At Greater Pittsburgh Dental Implants & Periodontics in Allison Park we have been placing dental implants for over 30 years. Even so, Dr. Weingarden and Dr. Bakuri will tell you that dental implants are not always the best treatment option. There are many factors that determine when a tooth should be extracted, …
Dental Implants…Experience the Freedom
Do you have missing teeth that you would like to replace? Are you unhappy with your current dentures? Do you have a partial that is driving you crazy? Well, you probably have heard that dental implants could be the answer to your prayers, but somehow you just can’t get up the nerve to find out more. Fear no more. At …
Dental Implants Pittsburgh…
How do you choose? As you look through the phonebook and surf the internet you will see a number of dental offices in Pittsburgh that offer implant services. How do you decide which office to go to? How do you know who will provide successful and long lasting results? Here are a few reasons that you may want to consider …
I Think I Have Gum Disease
I Think I Have Gum Disease: What Should I do? It is important to note that gum disease often has no symptoms. Sometimes there is redness, swelling, bleeding or bad breath. However, many times there are no symptoms to indicate there is infection or the symptoms may simply go unnoticed. For this reason, it is very important to see your …
Bisphosphonates
Bisphosphonates can cause jawbone damage? Bisphosphonates are a type of medication used in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, as well as in the treatment of certain cancers. Just a few of the drugs included are Actonel, Fosamax and Boniva. These drugs may be taken orally or intravenously. Just about everyone knows someone that is taking one of these very …
The Perioscope – Why Patients Love It
Why do our patients love the Perioscope? They love it because they can avoid periodontal surgery, (cutting and suturing of the gums), and end up with a fantastic result. So if you have been told that you have gum disease and have avoided recommended treatment due to FEAR – fear no longer. This non-surgical treatment option is painless and costs …
Hands-on Learning
Dr. Mark Weingarden and Dr. Sam Bakuri are directors of the Pittsburgh Dental Network, a study club for dental professionals in and around our North Hills Community. The PDN has provided outstanding, continuing education to dentists and their staff for 23 years. The 2015-2016 PDN season started off with an exceptional, hands-on program presented by Dr. Robert Margeas. This program …
The Pittsburgh Dental Network
As many of you know, Dr. Mark Weingarden is the founder and director of the Pittsburgh Dental Network, a study group of dentists and specialists in our community. Last week we began our 19th season of the PDN. This year the PDN has 42 members and a kick-off dinner was held at the Marriott in Cranberry. The season will run from …
Dr. Weingarden Receives Periodontic Laser Training
On April 19 – 20, 2013, Dr. Weingarden attended a two-day, hands-on course for Soft and Hard Tissue Laser Dentistry. The program was presented by Dr. Robert Convissar, a pioneer in the field of laser dentistry, with over two decades of experience with lasers. Dr.Convissar was one of the first to incorporate lasers into the general dental practice. Lasers can …
Why do you want a Board Certified Periodontist in Pittsburgh?
Do you know that not all periodontists are board certified? As stated by the American Academy of Periodontology, a board certified periodontist is someone who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty. The periodontist needs to pass a complicated series of written and oral examinations, demonstrating extensive knowledge on all aspects of periodontal treatment and …