Crown Lengthening

Crown lengthening is the term for removing excess gum tissue from the surfaces of teeth.  Dr. Martin Urban, DDS removes gum tissue from patient’s mouths for aesthetics and for function.  We see many patients unhappy with their smiles, and even patients without any damage to their teeth feel like their gums keep them from enjoying their ideal smile.  When gum tissue is removed for function it is typically for making room to affix a restoration, like a crown, to a tooth.

Whether a crown lengthening procedure is done for function or aesthetics, it is a simple in-office procedure. Local anesthetic is used while your dentist removes excess gum tissue with either a scalpel or laser tools.  If tissue is being removed for a restoration to fit you may only require tissue to be removed from a couple of teeth.  Some people have more gum tissue than others and it results in a gummy smile, which can be corrected throughout the entire mouth.  The result is a visually pleasing ratio of teeth to gums that creates an even smile! 

To learn more about crown lengthening and all the services provided at the dental practice of Dr. Martin Urban, DDS, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640. 

Flossing Prevents Periodontal Disease

Flossing once a day is just as important as brushing the teeth after every meal because it will prevent plaque buildup that causes periodontal disease. When one develops periodontal disease, the gums become inflamed and may cause sore gums and sensitive teeth. If you spit a little pink in the sink, Dr. Martin Urban, DDS can prevent periodontal disease from becoming more aggressive.

Flossing does more than keep your smile pretty and healthy. It removes plaque and debris that sticks to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath. Many people don’t spend enough time flossing or they may not have been taught to floss properly. To give your teeth a good flossing, spend at least two or three minutes on the process and be gentle to your gums.

If you have questions or concerns regarding oral care, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640.

Sedation Options

For people who avoid dentists like the plague, sedation dentistry can be used for everything from invasive procedures to a simple tooth cleaning. How it’s used depends on the severity of the fear.  Dr. Martin Urban, DDS offers different levels of sedation at his practice, the most commonly used are listed here.

• Oral Conscious – With oral conscious sedation, the patient remains awake but is left in a heightened state of mind. For this option, you will need someone to drive you home after your procedure.


• Nitrous Oxide – Nitrous, also known as laughing gas, leaves the patient in a euphoric state feeling completely relaxed. All feelings of fear and anxiety will fade away and you will be able to respond to the doctor if need be. Nitrous wears off once the procedure is complete, allowing you to return to your daily activities.


• Anxiolysis – This light sedative is not as strong as oral sedation but is recommend for those who have mild to moderate anxiety. You will be able to drive yourself home after anxiolysis is administered.

If you have questions or concerns regarding sedation dentistry, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640. 

Healing Periodontal Disease with ARESTIN

Periodontal disease will not only compromise the health of your teeth and gums. Periodontal disease has the ability to compromise the immune system, cause bad breath, and potentially lead to tooth loss if the condition is severe enough. If a patient is diagnosed with gingivitis and this goes untreated, he or she poses a risk of aggressive periodontitis. Because aggressive periodontitis will eventually cause the bone supporting the tooth to deteriorate, Dr. Martin Urban, DDS uses ARESTIN to treat the problem.

ARESTIN has the ability to reduce the severity of periodontal disease. In a clinical study, when used in addition to scaling and root planing, ARESTIN reduced harmful bacteria by nearly two times as much as scaling and root planing alone. This is because adding ARESTIN to the mix disrupts the progression of periodontitis by specifically targeting the active infection. ARESTIN is easy for the doctor to use and is 100% safe for the patient.

If you have questions or concerns regarding periodontal disease or restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640. 

Implant-Retained Dentures

Millions of Americans suffer from tooth loss whether it occurs from dental trauma, periodontal disease, or tooth decay. For many years, the only tooth replacement options available to patients were dentures or dental bridges, but now there are implant-retained dentures. Fortunately, Dr. Martin Urban, DDS provides this restorative method in his practice.

An implant-supported denture is a type of overdenture that is supported by and attached to dental implants. These types of dentures are recommended when a patient doesn’t have any teeth in his or her jaw but has enough bone in the jaw to support dental implants. Implant-retained dentures are removable and should be taken out of the mouth and cleaned every night.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental implants or restorative dental services, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640. 

Dental Implant Maintenance

Taking care of dental implants is extremely similar to caring for natural teeth. Dental implants should be kept clean and plaque-free through adequate brushing and flossing on a daily basis. It’s important to commit to a good oral hygiene routine at home as well as keep up with routine visits to the office of Dr. Martin Urban, DDS to keep the mouth healthy and free of infection.

A dental implant consists of three parts, the implant itself, the abutment, – usually made of titanium, gold, or porcelain – and the restoration, - the part of the implant that looks like a tooth. Dental implants should be brushed and flossed like natural teeth. Avoiding chewing on hard foods to prevent fractures and quit smoking if possible because smoking can weaken the bone structure around the implant, causing it to fail. During your routine cleaning and oral exam, Dr. Urban will check the status of your implant to assure that they are in good health.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental implants or restorative dental care, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640. 

Dental Implant Placement

Dental implants have many advantages, including improved appearance, improved speech, improved comfort, and many more. When you are missing teeth, your self-confidence becomes depleted and you’re left feeling down and out. Dr. Martin Urban, DDS, makes it a priority of his to revive your self-esteem by recommending a treatment method that will help you eat, chew, smile, talk, all while looking completely natural.

Dental Implant placement is usually performed in two separate visits. First, the patient will need to schedule a consultation with Dr. Urban to agree on a treatment plan. The first surgery involves implant placement and simple sterilization and removal of the suture. Bone healing and osseointegration occur once the suture is removed and then it’s time for regular maintenance and management. The sixth step includes manufacturing and cementation of artificial teeth which leads to the second surgery, the connection of the upper implant.

If you have questions or concerns regarding dental implants or restorative dental care, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.martinurbandds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Martin Urban, DDS in Boston, MA, call 508-425-9640.