In a nutshell, dental implants are permanent replacements for missing teeth. The form they take depends mainly on the number of missing teeth, the strength of the jaw, and the patient’s overall health. At BC Perio, we want to help you understand your options for a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile, including improvements that…
For years, people who wear dentures have traditionally avoided certain foods for fear of breaking their dentures, or suffering the embarrassment of having them fall out in public. However, with the burgeoning popularity of dental implants as an alternative to dentures, more and more people are now able to once again enjoy the foods that…
Periodontal disease can be caused by a myriad of factors. Diabetes, poor oral hygiene and smoking are the major causes of tooth loss in adults. When you have lost a significant amount of dentition, it starts to take a toll on your social life and appearance. Those with gum disease will exhibit symptoms like bleeding…
The factors that contribute to tooth loss can be both complicated and devastating. When the ligaments that connect the tooth to the bone becomes compromised or damaged, the tooth’s stability is at risk. Similarly, when the bone structure that supports the teeth is inadequate, mobility and eventual tooth loss are the consequences. In some instances,…
If you are one of the millions of Americans missing one or more teeth, there are many valid reasons to correct the problem: Improve your confidence, appearance, and speech A gap between your teeth is a cosmetic concern which becomes visible when you smile, laugh or speak. A missing back tooth, may not be noticeable…