Is the dental implant prone to cavities or gum disease?
When investing in dental implants, patients often want reassurance that the devices will last for many, many years. Indeed, one of the benefits of these devices is their durability. Dental implants are made of titanium, which fuses with the jaw after the oral surgeon inserts the device in a surgical procedure. Because the implant is [...]
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All-on-4: How strong will my new teeth be?
In today’s modern society, living with tooth loss is both a social challenge as well as a physical obstacle. It creates an enormous inconvenience that can dampen your outlook on life in immeasurable ways. Fortunately, the limitations of tooth loss can be resolved with a solution that looks great but has also been shown to [...]
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Congenitally Missing Teeth: What are my options?
Tooth loss presents many unique problems. Congenitally missing teeth is not that rare, so whether teeth never developed properly or teeth were lost due to decay, disease or trauma, dental implants can provide a solution. There are instances where missing teeth is no big deal, primarily the third molars or wisdom teeth. If these teeth [...]
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What is the lifespan of a dental implant?
Virtually every dental professional would agree that dental implants are a fantastic solution for replacing missing teeth. Implants also provide a permanent alternative to removable partials or full dentures, by adding support and stability. However, as a dental patient, you may have questions about the practicality of a procedure that seems almost too good to [...]
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Training and Education Received by a Periodontist
In dentistry, there are specialists who are trained to provide care for each individual aspect of your oral health. There are dental specialists who are considered to be industry experts regarding the teeth, the gums, braces, wisdom teeth removal, and even cosmetics. A periodontist is the dental expert who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and [...]
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All-on-4 Dental Implants Offer Stability and Peace of Mind
Any long-term denture wearer could tell you that one of the long-term consequences of tooth loss is a shrinking jawbone. This process happens because the teeth’s roots not only hold the crowns in place, they also anchor the underlying bone. Dental implants address this issue by serving as an artificial tooth root. The implants are [...]
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Common Causes of Tooth Loss
Trauma, dental disease and dental decay are the leading causes that can result in tooth loss. If you are facing any of these circumstances and wonder if you can ever resume eating, speaking and smiling like before you sustained tooth loss, implant dentistry is the answer for you. Accidents can happen anywhere at any time. [...]
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Treatment Options for Receding Gums
Over time, a person’s gums may recede, creeping upward and exposing the tooth’s underlying root. As the condition advances, the teeth become looser and may eventually be lost. Receding gums are unappealing. They make a patient look older, and they indicate the presence of gum disease, which can wreak havoc on your oral health and [...]
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When Can I Return to Work After Implant Surgery?
Surgery for the placement of dental implants may be one of the most fascinating restorative procedures in dental history. Decades of research and clinical trials have proven that an ultra-durable titanium post can be implanted into the jaw bone, and function just as well as a natural tooth. What’s even more impressive is this: modern [...]
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Can I replace both upper and lower teeth with All-on-4?
Edentulous, or toothless, patients have a good alternative to dentures in All-on-4 dental implants. With this technique, an oral surgeon strategically places four dental implants toward the front of the jaw, and those implants serve as anchors for a prosthetic arch of teeth. The All-on-4 technique can be used for either the upper or lower [...]
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