Patients often complain that conventional dentures are disappointing in many ways, falling far short of the functionality and comfort of their missing biological teeth. A technique for implant-supported dentures known as All-on-4 can help address many of the deficits of conventional dentures while overcoming potential roadblocks to treatment with dental implants. With All-on-4, an oral
How long is the dental implant process?
Do you have questions about dental implants? Perhaps you want to learn more about the implantation process or the cost of dental implants. Since dental implants are a newer tooth replacement option, many people looking into their tooth replacement choices tend to have questions. The process for receiving dental implants is one factor that many
How do I care for my dentures?
In order to keep your gums and jaws as healthy as possible after you start wearing dentures, it’s important to maintain your dentures and keep your gums clean. Oral bacteria can still cause gum disease even after tooth loss. Dentures must be cleaned routinely. This typically involves leaving the appliances in some type of solution
Restore Your Mouth’s Maximum Function with All-on-4
Patients who choose conventional dentures to restore a missing smile often find that the appliances come up short in terms of functionality. In fact, they are structurally incomplete, lacking root structures, so they are not as effective at chewing. Jawbone erosion is also a problem with conventional dentures. Fortunately, patients have a more structurally –
Look at the Whole Picture When Considering the Cost of Dental Implants
Have you heard about dental implants? If you have lost teeth, you have probably heard about these revolutionary prosthetics but you might not know much about them. Dental implants are the most lifelike tooth replacement options available. These prosthetics are durable, can last for decades, and complement a smile with very natural looking restorations. Many
Implant Supported Dentures: Options for Restoring Your Smile
With conventional dentures, patients typically notice that the appliances begin to fit more loosely after a few years. This happens because the jawbone slowly erodes after the teeth’s roots are no longer available to anchor it. That jawbone atrophy actually changes the shape of the jaw, and eventually, your denture doesn’t fit as well as
How soon can I return to school or work after wisdom tooth removal?
When planning for wisdom teeth removal, patients often want to know about various aspects of their recovery process, including how many days they will need to take off of work or school. In cases where healing proceeds as expected, patients usually only need to take a day or two off of work or school. If
Achieve a Full Mouth Restoration with All-on-4
Has tooth lost severely affected your health and daily life? Do you currently wear dentures but are unsatisfied with their many limitations? There is hope. All-on-4 is a method of securing full arches of prosthetic teeth to dental implants. This tooth replacement option is ideal for many edentulous patients who have recently lost all or
Dental Implants Offer a Long-Term, Permanent Solution
Implant dentistry has revolutionized the way that we address tooth loss. Dental implants provide biocompatible replacement teeth that last for decades to come. A dental implant is an incredibly durable prosthetic that replaces the entire structure of a missing tooth. Our oral surgeons have extensive experience placing implants to treat tooth loss. How Dental Implants
4 Things You May Not Know About Dental Implants
Are you considering dental implants? If so, it’s important to make sure that you have all of the accurate information you need to make a decision about this treatment option. Here are four dental implant facts that you may not know. Dental implants are the only structurally complete tooth replacement option available to patients. The
