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Did you know… ⁠The most common cause of bone loss is tooth loss left unreplaced, especially multiple teeth, and can also be caused by chronic periodontitis. ⁠⁠In the case of periodontitis, the bacteria gradually eat away at the underlying jawbone and at the...

Dental Implants 🦷⁠⁠A dental implant is a high-tech replacement tooth that mimics the tooth structure. A titanium “root” is inserted into the bone and used to support a crown, bridge, or denture. It looks, feels, and acts like a real tooth and can last a lifetime with...

Oral Health Fact: Did you know some prescription medications can affect your oral health? 💊⁠⁠Oral contraceptives, anti-depressants, and certain heart medications can affect your oral health. ⁠⁠It's important to update all of your health providers with your list of...

Dental anxiety is real. We help decrease this stress in a variety of ways. We provide gentle sedation, as well as, a natural way to ease anxiety.⁠⁠Dr. Ray uses the NuCalm system. ✨⁠⁠NuCalm is clinically proven to naturally relax the brain and body within minutes,...

Did you know Bruxism (the technical term for teeth grinding) can exacerbate existing periodontal disease, making the gums more vulnerable to attack? 😮⁠⁠The force from clenching and grinding can damage the teeth's supporting tissues, deepening periodontal pockets and...

Our new patient paper work is available on our website! You can fill out your paper work in two ways:⁠⁠🖥️ Complete and submit your forms online ⁠⁠OR⁠⁠🖋️ Download, print, complete the forms at home and bring them in for your appointment.⁠⁠Whatever works best for you,...

Dear Patients:

The Governor has signed an executive order that limits the ability for Oak Hills Periodontics to fully deliver dental care until April 2l, 2O2O. As well the City of San Antonio has been put under a “Shelter in Place” ordinance.

As you all know, the status of things changes day-to-day with the COVID-19 situation. Given the dynamic nature of the situation we will be re-scheduling patients weekly to try and minimize the log jam of patients who need appointments if things change.

The Little Implant Co. launched "The Pamela Ray," an extra tapered design and sharp cutting threads allow for high primary stability when replacing teeth in narrow ridges with minimal bone. This announcement is the first of its kind!   Dr. Pamela Ray is the first...