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Gary Perlman D.D.S. specializes in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.
Soon after Dr. Gary Perlman graduated with honors and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, he enrolled at the Emory University School of Dentistry in Atlanta, Georgia. With his Doctor of Dental Surgery in hand, Dr. Gary Perlman relocated to Boston, Massachusetts, to obtain a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Periodontics from Boston University’s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
Four years later, Dr. Gary Perlman moved to Jacksonville, Florida, to establish Gary D. Perlman, D.D.S., P.A., a dental practice focusing on periodontics and implant dentistry. As a periodontist, Dr. Perlman treats patients with periodontal disease utilizing various non-surgical as well as surgical techniques. Also, Dr. Perlman’s office educates patients in the importance of good oral hygiene, including regular cleanings, and in addition provides education about contributing factors such as tobacco, diabetes, grinding teeth, and poor nutrition.
Along with teaching proper brushing and flossing techniques, Dr. Perlman provides his patients with laser-assisted new attachment procedures (LANAPs) with the PerioLase MVP-7, a less painful way to treat gum disease. A periodontist for nearly three decades, Dr. Gary Perlman replaces lost teeth with titanium implants. Other surgeries Dr. Perlman performs include gum grafts, crown lengthening, bone regeneration, and ridge preservation. Some nonsurgical methods available from Dr. Perlman include scaling and root planing as well as bite adjustment and fabrication of appliances.
Many professional organizations have honored Dr. Gary Perlman for his work in the field, including the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, which named him a Fellow in September 2010. The Jacksonville Dental Society has also hosted Dr. Perlman and he has spoken to it’s members about implant dentistry and laser treatment of inflammatory periodontal disease. Additionally, Jacksonville Magazine has named Dr. Gary Perlman one of the city’s Top Dentists for three consecutive years.
Gary Perlman's Companies
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Dr. Perlman's Periodontics & Implant Dentistry Office
1989
President and Owner
Specializing in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Treatment and care of patients with periodontal disease and/or patients who require dental implants. Fellowship status Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, Certificate in Conscious Sedation. Dr. Perlman has lectured on periodontics, dental implants and lasers for treatment of periodontal disease to the Jacksonville Dental Society, and the Jacksonville Forum for Dental Hygienists, a study club for dental hygienists which he founded.
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Gary Perlman's Publications
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Gum Grafts Correct Receding Gum Problems (Part 1) By Dr. Gary Perlman
, Gary Perlman's Blog on Bigsight
August, 2011
In healthy mouths, gums fit snugly along the bottom of the teeth, protecting the sensitive roots. Some individuals, however, exhibit receding gums that increase the likelihood that they will develop gum disease. Gum recession causes the soft tissue to erode, exposing more of the tooth root. The tissue no longer adheres closely to the tooth, opening up pockets that are extremely vulnerable to harmful bacteria. These bacteria secrete acids that wear away at teeth, triggering decay and tooth loss. For those who undergo regular dental cleanings and exams, dentists usually catch gum recession early enough to treat the condition. As such, it makes sense to visit a dentist twice a year to ensure long-term oral health. Periodontists can successfully treat gum recession with minimal recovery time for the patient.
Gum recession can occur for a number of reasons. Periodontal disease, which damages the gum tissue as well as the jaw bones in which the roots of the teeth are anchored, tends to be the most prevalent cause. Genetic factors also affect the health of gums. As many as 30 percent of people carry genes that predispose them to gum recession, even if they practice excellent oral hygiene. Ironically, being too aggressive in caring for teeth can also lead to gum recession. When teeth are brushed too hard, it causes wear and tear on the gums that can strip away delicate gum tissue.
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Conversely, inadequate dental care also causes gum recession. Without sufficient brushing and flossing, plaque builds up on the teeth. It turns into calculus also known as tartar, a hard substance that coats the surfaces of teeth and accumulates between them. This coating provides an excellent breeding ground for bacteria that can cause gum recession, decay, and disease. Tobacco products exacerbate problems with plaque, making smokers more vulnerable to these problems even if they do brush and floss regularly.
Women often experience gum recession because of hormone fluctuations during puberty, menopause, and pregnancy. These changes sensitize the gums and increase the possibility that a woman’s gums will recede. Problems with functionality or alignment also lead to gum recession. Grinding or clenching teeth places excessive pressure on them that can cause gums to recede. The same problem occurs in patients who have misaligned teeth or an uneven bite. The uneven force of teeth coming together at unfavorable angles causes chips and cracks and can put too much stress on the jaw bones and gums.
About the Author: Gary Perlman, DDS, owns and operates a thriving dental practice specializing in periodontics and implant dentistry in Jacksonville, Florida. A practicing periodontist for over 25 years, Dr. Perlman earned a Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill before obtaining a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Emory University School of Dentistry. He later undertook specialty training in periodontics and earned a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Periodontology from the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine.
Gum Grafts Correct Receding Gum Problems (Part 2) By Dr. Gary Perlman
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