Losing teeth can be a distressing blow to our confidence and self-image. Tooth loss is devastating for our oral health as well. This is why it is important to review your tooth replacement options with an oral healthcare provider as quickly as possible. Our implant dentist...
Dental implants can affect natural, adjacent teeth but their effects are positive. A dental implant and the restoration/prosthetic attached to it supports adjacent teeth above and below the surface of the gums. When there are empty tooth sockets, neighboring teeth can collapse into them because...
When a child loses a permanent tooth, parents may be interested in exploring dental implants as a possible restoration. This is understandable, as dental implants offer the most structurally complete tooth replacement, maximizing function, comfort and aesthetics. However, there are age requirements, or more so...
Dental implants are designed for addressing tooth loss among adults, not children. There are quite a few reasons why dental implants are unsuitable for children. Children and some teenagers’ bodies are still developing oral tissue. For example, the jaws continue to grow and develop well...
Tooth loss can have devastating effects not only on your smile’s aesthetics but also on your oral and general health. In restoring a complete smile after tooth loss, dental implants can boost your well-being in addition to your appearance. Dental implants are unique among prosthetic tooth...
Tooth loss can occur from some kind of trauma, excessive dental decay, or gum disease. Or maybe you suffered from a hereditary condition that blocked proper formation of your teeth. Whatever may have been the cause, missing dentition should be resolved; and for many patients...
Tooth loss can occur due to trauma, decay, or disease. Dental implants are a great option to restore your dentition as close to your biological teeth as possible. With missing teeth, the patient faces multiple uphill battles. Eating certain foods can be a problem when chewing...
Have you suffered with tooth loss? Are you considering dental implants for replacement teeth? If so, you might be curious on what steps you need to take to learn more about your tooth replacement options. If dental implants interest you, you can schedule a consultation...
Losing a tooth in adulthood is a major blow to one’s self-esteem and confidence. Tooth loss has profound effects on our well-being, including our mental, general, and oral health. Not only will a missing tooth increase one’s risk for depression and social isolation, it will...
When facing any dental treatment, such as dental implant placement, patients often ask when they’ll be able to resume their normal routines, including their typical work schedule. Unfortunately, there’s not one single answer to this question. A number of factors come into play, but on...