You may have heard that patients sometimes need pre-prosthetic surgery before a dental prosthesis is placed. The question you may be asking is, “why is pre-prosthetic surgery important?” We will look more into this below. Why is Pre-Prosthetic Surgery Important? Dental technology has given people the ability to get a bridge, dental implants or removable…
When it comes to dental work, you may have a hard decision – and you want to make the right choice. You may be asking yourself: “should I get dental implants or dentures?” We’re fortunate that dentures aren’t our only option for effective teeth replacement. So, let’s address that question. Hopefully, you’ll come away from…
For anyone who has experienced a loose dental implant, it can be scary. And you may be filled with uncertainty about what to do. The question “what if my dental implant gets loose?” is one you or a loved one may have experienced. We’re going to look more into this issue. What if My Dental…
Have you lost a tooth? The oral surgeon will recommend a dental implant within a few months of losing a tooth because this will help prevent bone loss. However, you may be wondering, “how does bone loss affect dental implants? And what causes dental bone loss?” We’ll look into this in detail and see how…
Have you ever wondered what the best age to get dental implants is? This question is one you may contemplate if you lose a permanent tooth. Keep reading, and we’ll look at the details below. How to Know the Best Age to Get Dental Implants Let’s start with children. A child will often lose permanent…
Dental implants are a way for you to have natural looking teeth – and the luxury of being able to eat the foods you enjoy. Implants can also offer people an alternative to dentures or bridgework that doesn’t fit very well. However, one question tends to come up. “How many doctors will I need for…
There are more dental implant pros than cons. However, we still teach our patients how to avoid dental implant rejection. Because, unfortunately dental implant failure does occasionally happen. And that’s not pleasant for anyone, least of all the patient. Even though the success rate is over 95 percent, we don’t want to take it for…
The sound or feeling of a cracked tooth is never a good thing! But what if it’s not a tooth? If you have a dental implant, you may find yourself wondering, “What if my dental implant breaks? What do I do?” Just like regular teeth, dental implants are made to be very strong. But, also like regular…
So, you’re getting a dental implant – and you may want to know: “how long is the dental implant process?” This encompasses the time for consultations, the procedure, and post-op recovery. Whether you are getting a mini or permanent implant, the process of tooth replacement is a delicate but important one for your oral health.…