Tooth loss that results from a traumatic injury or a genetic birth condition is quite a common occurrence. The most commonly observed, congenitally missing teeth are the upper lateral incisors, and the lower second premolars. Fortunately, there are several available options for the replacement of congenitally missing teeth. These options include removable dental appliances, permanent…
DetailsUndergoing any sort of dental procedure requires proper healing to fully recover. Some dental surgeries require a great deal of time to heal properly while others are rather quick with little downtime. When it comes to a tooth implant, recovery time is relatively quick but it all depends on a number of issues. For cases…
DetailsDentures are a cost effective means of replacing lost teeth, but they often require the regular application of denture adhesives in order to provide stability while wearing. Like most fixatives, dental adhesives require to be reapplied at intervals in order to maintain their effectiveness; however, some tasks are beyond even the strongest of dental adhesives…
DetailsThe practice of using dental implants to support crowns, bridges and dentures as well as restore tooth loss, has been an exciting development in the world of dentistry. From the very crude blade style implant to the highly successful implementation of titanium used today, dental implants have become the accepted treatment to provide patients that…
DetailsThe purpose of a dental implant is to provide a solid base to support a restoration like a crown or dental bridge. The implant itself is made from titanium or a similar metal designed to fuse to existing bone in the jaw. Once healed, the tooth implant will look and feel just like your own…
DetailsAs is the case with any surgery, planning for dental implant placement also entails preparations for what to do after the surgery. For many patients, that may involve requesting time off from work, and patients in that situation want to know what to expect. The surgery involved with dental implants has been fine-tuned over the…
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The dental implant procedure can be modified and customized to meet the needs of just about every patient. Various stages of tooth loss, bone loss, health conditions, and cosmetic challenges can typically be addressed and overcome in the hands of a skilled periodontist. For the average tooth implant candidate, the procedure is completed in phases,…
DetailsStudies are on-going to understand the correlation for patients suffering from diabetes and how this might affect their dental health. What is known is that gum disease is more prevalent in patients with diabetes than those free from it. A thorough dental exam with a periodontist is highly recommended for patients dealing with symptoms of…
DetailsIf you are missing a tooth or several teeth, you may be considering some form of dental reconstruction treatment, such as dentures, fixed-bridge treatment or even dental implants. While each has their own benefits, dental implants have the least number of negatives and so have become extremely popular with patients looking to reconstruct their smile.…
DetailsAlthough a tooth’s crown is the only part that can be seen, the entire structure contains other elements, including roots. When a tooth is extracted following an injury or cannot be saved from advanced decay, both the crown and the root are lost. Ideally, patients should choose a tooth replacement that replicates the entire tooth’s…
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