For anyone who suffered a lost tooth, the adverse effects it can have on their smile can be quite significant, leading to a drain in self-confidence and a reluctance to laugh or smile. Missing teeth can, however, also affect the general health of a person’s mouth, and can eventually lead to further tooth loss. Tooth […]
0 Comment +Read MoreWhen considering treatment to replace a missing tooth, it’s important to consider a wide variety of factors. What will the replacement tooth look like? Will it work in the same way as a natural tooth? Will it fill in for the tooth’s entire structure or just the crown? That last question is particularly important, as […]
0 Comment +Read MoreWhen a patient loses one or more teeth, there are a variety of options available to resolve the problem. For patients concerned about aesthetics only, and who are willing to deal with the external factors such as removing a dental fixture for cleaning and sleeping, there are several choices. But if you have suffered tooth […]
0 Comment +Read MoreAlthough it might be believed that dental implants are a relatively new introduction into dental reconstruction techniques, the history of implant treatment stretches back much further in time, and ancient civilizations would use fragments of seashells, carved pebbles and stones, and other materials to replace missing teeth. In later times, cadavers were often scavenged and […]
0 Comment +Read MoreDon’t let a missing tooth bring you down! You have a number of treatment options for filling in that empty space. It’s important to research all of your alternatives, though, to be sure that you’re making an informed choice. An oral surgeon can be helpful in this effort by placing a dental implant as a […]
0 Comment +Read MoreDental implants are a popular option for maintaining healthy teeth and gums following tooth loss. In addition to the aesthetic value they provide for patients, a dental implant won’t just halt jawbone loss, but it will actually encourage bone regeneration. Jawbone atrophy is the dissolution of the bone in gum tissue where a tooth has […]
0 Comment +Read MoreDental implants are a popular method of smile reconstruction and replacement of missing teeth. An oral surgeon implants a small titanium rod into the patient’s gum tissue, which over times bonds with the jawbone to provide strong support to the surrounding teeth, restoring the strength of the patient’s bite and preventing malocclusion from occurring. While […]
0 Comment +Read MoreNothing adds years to your appearance quite like missing teeth. Maybe it’s because tooth loss is so frequently believed to be a natural consequence of “old age”. Maybe it’s because missing teeth just makes you feel older. Perhaps it’s because you tend to smile less often to avoid showing the gaps and spaces. It’s true […]
0 Comment +Read MorePatients that have lost one or a couple of teeth due to trauma, disease or decay have many options available to replace those teeth. But the solution that will restore your ability to eat, speak and smile is the option of implant dentistry. [pullquote]Whether you have received one or several implants, the final result culminates in […]
0 Comment +Read MoreYou may have heard that dental implants are the absolute best alternative to your natural teeth. You may have heard that implants can be designed to look attractive and realistic. There has also been much discussion about the strength and durability of implants. The advertisements say that you can eat and drink whatever you like, […]
0 Comment +Read MoreTooth loss is, unfortunately, a common problem among adults. Whether the result of injury or decay, losing a tooth leads to a variety of issues. Dental implants offer a permanent, comfortable, and convenient solution. Problems Related to Tooth Loss When even a single tooth is missing from your mouth, other teeth tend to shift into […]
0 Comment +Read MoreA dental implant is an artificial tooth root that a specialized dental surgeon installs to replace lost teeth. Tooth implants are permanent, and come with a number of advantages. They can be made to exactly match the surrounding teeth, so no one will be able to tell that the tooth is false. Dental implants don’t […]
0 Comment +Read MoreEveryone feels better knowing that their money has been well-spent. Today’s consumers are learning that there may be no better investment than an investment in your health. Choosing treatments that are of the highest quality can give you the best chances for long-term wellness and success. When it comes to your dental health, the options […]
0 Comment +Read MoreMany patients take steps to protect their natural teeth so that they last a lifetime. That’s not always possible, though, and when a tooth is lost, a dental implant may be the next best thing. Dental implants are made of titanium, which is a metal that is capable of fusing with the jawbone. As a […]
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