Paul L Michaelides

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Primary: Dentist

Sub-Specialty: Periodontics (Periodontist)

Additional Specialties: Dental Periodontics

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Neighborhood: Bullard
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Categories: Periodontists, Dental Clinics, Dental Hygienists, Dentists, Implant Dentistry, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontists & Denture Centers
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Phone: (559) 226-9450

Address: 2503 W Shaw Ave Ste 105, Fresno, CA 93711

Website: http://www.pmichaelides.com

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Dental Examination
Periodontal disease is diagnosed by your dentist or dental hygienist during a periodontal examination. This type of exam should always be part of your regular dental check-up.
X-rays
Digital radiography (digital X-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental X-rays. This technique uses an electronic sensor (instead of X-ray film) that captures and stores the digital image on a computer. This image can be instantly viewed and enlarged, helping the dentist and dental hygienist detect problems more easily. Digital X-rays reduce radiation 80-90% compared to the already low exposure of traditional dental X-rays.

Teeth Cleaning
If overly aggressive brushing techniques are eroding the gums, a softer toothbrush and a gentler brushing technique should be used. If poor oral hygiene is a problem, prophylaxis (professional dental cleaning) may be recommended to rid the gum pockets of debris and bacteria. In the case of a severe calculus (tartar) build-up, scaling and root planing will be performed to heal gingival inflammation and clean the teeth.

Crowns
Crown lengthening is generally performed to improve the health of the gum tissue or to prepare the mouth for restorative or cosmetic procedures. In addition, crown lengthening procedures can also be used to correct a “gummy” smile, where teeth are covered with excess gum tissue. Crown lengthening exposes more of the natural tooth by reshaping or recontouring bone and gum tissue. This treatment can be performed on a single tooth, many teeth, or the entire gum line, exposing an aesthetically pleasing smile.
Bridges
Restorative Dentistry

Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty
Pocket reduction surgery (also known as gingivectomy, osseous surgery and flap surgery) is a collective term for a series of several different surgeries aimed at gaining access to the roots of the teeth in order to remove bacteria and tartar (calculus).
Periodontal Surgery
If the pockets do not heal after scaling and root planing, periodontal surgery may be needed to reduce pocket depths, making teeth easier to clean. Your dentist may also recommend that you see a periodontist (specialist of the gums and supporting bone
Deep Cleaning
The dentist is able to conduct deep cleaning treatments such as scaling and root planing to remove hardened calculus (tartar) deposits from the gum pockets. An antibiotic may be prescribed to ensure that the bacterium is completely destroyed and the periodontal infection does not spread. In most cases, periodontal disease can be prevented with regular cleanings and proper home care.

Dentures
Tooth Restoration – The tooth restoration is the dental implant crown that attaches to the post. The restoration is usually made of porcelain and is formed to match the color and shape of your surrounding teeth. Patients that are missing multiple teeth can choose to have an implant-supported dental bridge or denture instead of multiple dental implant crowns.

Dental Implants
Dr. Michaelides will complete a comprehensive medical and dental history and a thorough examination. Digital X-rays and photographs may be taken if necessary. After the exam we will be able to diagnose your periodontal and/or dental implant needs and suggest the best treatment to meet your needs and desires. Please allow 90 minutes for this appointment.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Dr. Michaelides has lectured extensively and published papers in major journals including the Journal of Periodontology, the Journal of Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology, the International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry and the Journal of the California Dental Association.
Flap Surgery
Pocket elimination surgery – Pocket elimination surgery (also known as flap surgery) is a surgical treatment which can be performed to reduce the pocket size between the teeth and gums. Surgery on the jawbone is another option which serves to eliminate indentations in the bone which foster the colonization of bacteria.
Osseous Surgery
Bone Grafting
Tissue & bone grafting – Where a considerable amount of bone or gum tissue has been destroyed, the dentist may elect to graft new tissue by inserting a membrane to stimulate tissue growth.

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