★ Authored by periodontal and implant specialists, this book provides an in-depth analysis of treatment methods, procedures, costs, and care techniques, offering a one-stop solution for dental health!
★ Emphasizes timely treatment and preventive care to avoid higher costs from delays, helping you retain natural teeth and reduce recurrence risks!
★ 70% of chronic diseases are linked to oral health issues. Proper dental care not only protects teeth but also prevents cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and more, safeguarding overall health!

Debunking online myths! Understand treatment methods, cost analysis, and oral care in one go!
Answering all questions about teeth, periodontal health, and implants, this book guides you to the right treatment at the golden time, helping you retain natural teeth, reduce recurrence, and avoid unnecessary expenses.

Nearly 80% of people suffer from periodontal disease, with over half of severe cases requiring implants, causing significant distress. Written by periodontal and implant specialists, this book comprehensively covers periodontal and implant knowledge, detailing various treatment methods, procedures, costs, and pain management. It also shares proper oral hygiene techniques, empowering you to maintain dental health and enjoy a confident smile.

Highlights
★ Seize the golden treatment period for healthier teeth and savings.
Don’t wait until gums are inflamed or teeth are loose! Dental issues are often irreversible, and delaying treatment increases costs. This book emphasizes the importance of timely treatment and preventive care, saving you time and money.

★ Chronic diseases are closely linked to dental health.
70% of chronic diseases stem from oral issues. Teeth not only affect appearance but also impact chewing and can lead to cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and even dementia. Proper care ensures dental and overall health, keeping diseases at bay.

Ye Liwei

Director of Taoyuan Contemporary Dental Clinic
Certified Periodontal Specialist by the Ministry of Health and Welfare
Specialist in Dental Implants by the Taiwan Association of Dental Implantology

Focusing on periodontal-related medical fields, Ye Liwei aims to enhance public knowledge of periodontal health. By promoting oral hygiene and maintenance concepts and introducing treatment methods for periodontal disease, he hopes to extend the lifespan of teeth, reduce the risk of expensive denture costs and other disease-induced risks. Proper periodontal control before dental reconstruction ensures long-term stability and durability of implants or dentures, contributing to a healthy life with good chewing function and quality of life.

Chapter 1: The Root of All Evil—Chronic Periodontal Disease That Affects Us All
1-1 Back to Basics—What Is Periodontal Disease?
1-2 No Pain, No Problem? The Right Time to Treat Periodontal Disease
1-3 Common Myths About Periodontal Disease
1-4 Are You at Risk for Periodontal Disease?
1-5 Do 99% of Smokers Have Periodontal Disease?
1-6 The Link Between Periodontal Disease and Overall Health
1-7 Does Periodontal Disease Increase Cancer Risk?

Chapter 2: How to Treat Periodontal Disease Thoroughly?
2-1 The Correct Treatment Process for Periodontal Disease
2-2 Differences Between Public Health Coverage and Self-Paid Treatment for Periodontal Disease
2-3 Why See a Periodontal Specialist?
2-4 Is Laser Treatment Effective for Periodontal Disease?
2-5 What Is Water Laser?
2-6 How Long Does Periodontal Treatment Take?
2-7 What Is Periodontal Surgery? When Is It Necessary?
2-8 Are There Alternatives to Surgery?
2-9 Precision, Minimally Invasive, and Efficient Micro-Treatment
2-10 What If I'm Afraid of the Dentist?

Chapter 3: What to Do Before Treating Periodontal Disease
3-1 Understanding Systemic Diseases Through Consultation
3-2 Symptoms and Treatment of Severe Periodontal Disease
3-3 Is My Periodontal Disease Severe, Doctor?
3-4 Why Do I Lose Teeth Faster Than Others?
3-5 The Risk of Residual Periodontal Pockets in Severe Periodontal Disease
3-6 Saving Teeth: When Is Flap Surgery Necessary for Severe Periodontal Disease?
3-7 Purpose and Pros/Cons of Periodontal Flap Surgery
3-8 Can Periodontal Specialists Predict the Lifespan of Teeth?

Chapter 4: Important Tasks After Periodontal Treatment
4-1 Periodontal Maintenance and Supportive Therapy
4-2 The Consequences of Not Replacing Missing Teeth
4-3 Which Dental Reconstruction Method Is Right for Me?
4-4 Reconstruction Options for Extensive Tooth Loss or Complete Edentulism

Chapter 5: Can Periodontal Disease Patients Get Dental Implants?
5-1 Can Periodontal Disease Patients Get Dental Implants? What Is the Success Rate?
5-2 What Is Peri-Implantitis?
5-3 Common Q&A and Precautions for Dental Implants in Periodontal Disease
5-4 What Are Dental Implants?
5-5 Pre-Implant Bone Condition Analysis
5-6 Risks Associated with Dental Implant Surgery
5-7 What Is Digital Dental Implantation?
5-8 Bone Grafting for Dental Implants
5-9 Sinus Lift: Bone Grafting for Upper Posterior Implants
5-10 Options for Full-Mouth Reconstruction

Chapter 6: Can Periodontal Disease Patients Have Dental Aesthetics?
6-1 What Is Periodontal Plastic Surgery?
6-2 Gum Recession and Widening Gaps: Combining Digital All-Ceramic Aesthetics with Periodontal Treatment
6-3 All-Ceramic Veneers, Crowns, and 3D Tooth Sculpting: Aesthetic and Durable All-Ceramic Restorations
6-4 The Importance of Specialized Dental Aesthetics
6-5 Remedies for Gum Recession: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
6-6 Minimally Invasive Water Laser Gum Contouring with All-Ceramic Veneers for Complete Gum Recession Treatment

Chapter 7: How to Avoid Periodontal Disease?
7-1 Tips for Choosing Dental Hygiene Tools
7-2 The Correct Way to Brush Teeth
7-3 Complete Cleaning with Dental Floss or Interdental Brushes
7-4 Proper Knowledge of Professional Teeth Cleaning

Chapter 8: Are Alternative Periodontal Treatments Effective?
8-1 The Link Between Hyperbaric Oxygen and Periodontal Disease
8-2 A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective on Periodontal Disease