Elkhart Periodontics and Implants LLC

08/24/2026

In the news: a recent study showed that patients that flossed or used interdental brushes consistently had a 23% lower risk of ischemic stroke! Cleaning between your teeth is crucial for gum health and overall health.
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08/19/2026

Dental implants need healthy gums! Peri-implantitis (advanced gum disease around an implant) is a serious condition, which can lead to implant failure if left untreated. On the bright side, specialized periodontal care can help stop bone loss around implants. Not sure if you have peri-implantitis or not? Call our office to make an appointment 574-266-6107 and find out how healthy your implants are!

08/14/2026

Getting older doesn't automatically mean losing teeth. With proper care and periodontal treatment when needed, many people keep their natural teeth for life.

08/03/2026

Back to school season is here! (And soon College Football!)
As you are checking off your school supply lists and getting everyone back into a routine, don't forget about another super important habit: taking care of those healthy smiles!

The school year is a great time to reset healthy routines:
🪥 Brush twice a day for two minutes. (Be sure to get by the gumline!)
🦷 Floss daily, and use interproximal brushes too!
💧 Choose water over sugary drinks whenever possible.
🍎 Pack smile-friendly snacks like cheese, yogurt, nuts, and crunchy fruits and vegetables.

Healthy gums are just as important as healthy teeth. Bleeding when you brush or floss isn't normal--it is often an early sign of gum disease and should be evaluated before it progresses!

Whether your heading back to school, college, or simply getting back into a routine after summer, it's never a bad time to prioritize your oral health.

Wishing all of our students, teachers, staff, and families a happy, healthy and successful school year!

07/27/2026

Healthy teeth need a healthy foundation. That's where we come in, helping improve gum and bone health. Call to make an appointment, 574-266-6107

07/08/2026

When your toothbrush is so worn that the bristles splay out, then it can cause a lot of damage. Do yourself and your gums a favor and replace it.

06/30/2026

06/15/2026

Gum health is just as important, if not more important after you've gotten an implant. The gums actually heal differently around an implant than a natural tooth, and because of this, inflammation can spread a lot faster. Regular periodontal care afterwards is critical to keeping your gums healthy and protecting your investment after you've gotten an implant. And that's where we can help! We specialize in gum care around teeth and implants! Call to schedule an appointment, 574-266-6107!

06/11/2026

We are excited to offer our patients this awesome procedure for comfortable periodontal maintenance appointments! If you would like to learn more about it please call us at 574-266-6107 and we will be happy to tell you!

06/11/2026

There are many medical conditions associated with periodontal disease. Here's a list of some of them. If you have these, then you may also have periodontal disease.
Call to make an appointment 574-266-6107 so we can help get it treated.