Gum Disease

When your teeth begin to hurt, it is not always easy to pinpoint the exact problem. There are many different types of tooth pain, and the treatment may differ depending on what is at the root cause of the problem. If you experience any tooth discomfort that worries you, schedule an appointment to see Dr. Andrés…

Almost 30 million people in the United States alone deal with various types of diabetes. Unfortunately, diabetes affects almost every system in the body, and may make certain areas vulnerable to infection. In order to reduce the risks of periodontitis in our patients with diabetes in Eden Prairie, MN, our goal is to teach you…

While there are several issues associated with oral health, gum disease is one of the most subtle. This often results in individuals not knowing they even have gum disease until it has reached an advanced state. Dr. Andrez R. Sanchez is a periodontist who specializes in treating gum disease in Minneapolis, MN. Before treating patients,…

You might not place National Gum Care Month among other holidays like your birthday in terms of celebrations, but it’s an important occasion to observe nonetheless. Periodontal disease affects nearly half of Americans over 30 and nearly two thirds of people who are older than 65. What about gum disease in Eden Prairie, MN? There…

Technology in dentistry is constantly evolving, providing new methods of treating a variety of oral health problems. Recently, laser dentistry has become popular as a highly accurate procedure for treating gum disease in Eden Prairie, MN. About Gum Disease Gum disease, which you may also know as periodontal disease, is an inflammation and infection of…

Have you found yourself avoiding hard foods or shying away from brushing your teeth because a tooth or a particular area within your mouth is bothering you? Perhaps your whole mouth is feeling inflamed and radiating pain from one side to the other. Toothaches, no matter how severe they are and where they affect you,…

Gum recession is a serious problem. Caused by poor oral health, genetics, trauma or brushing and flossing too often or too hard, receding gums can lead to swelling and tenderness, chronic halitosis, loose teeth or even infection. If you suffer from gum recession, Dr. Sanchez can use the Pinhole® Surgical Technique to help you. If is…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately half of adults over the age of 30 suffer from some form of gum disease. What is perhaps more alarming, however, is that most of these adults are unaware of the fact that they are suffering from the condition in the first place. As such,…

Good Gum Health is Possible Because Dr. Andres Sanchez is a leading periodontist, he is well informed about minimally invasive treatments to tackle gum issues. When left untreated, periodontal disease can cause tooth loss, which may make patients good candidates for implants. Gum problems might seem mild at first, such as if you just notice…

LANAP® is a revolutionary alternative to conventional gum surgery.  With minimally invasive laser gum surgery, Dr. Sanchez can remove periodontal disease in a more efficient and less painful manner, decreasing the risk of many common side effects and complications associated with traditional gum surgery. This FDA-cleared laser gum surgery minimizes discomfort, bleeding and healing time.The…