Some patients may be ambivalent or even reluctant about replacing missing teeth, but the consequences of not doing so can have a major impact on your oral health. Even the type of replacement tooth you choose can affect your smile’s well-being, so consider all of your options, including implant dentistry or conventional bridges and dentures.
All-on-4: Why don’t I get my permanent teeth the same day my implants are placed?
The All-on-4 technique gives edentulous patients a fully restored smile using just four dental implants. However, patients must wait until after they have healed fully from the implant placement procedure to get their permanent appliance. We empathize with patients who are eager to restore their smiles, but you’ll end up with better results if you
What is involved in All-on-4 dental implant placement?
All-on-4 can give edentulous patients a sturdy, stable smile with a relatively brief time commitment. This treatment requires just four dental implants to support an entire denture, and the procedure in which those implants are placed can be completed in a single appointment. Furthermore, most patients can be fitted with at least a temporary appliance
My Denture is Causing Sore Gums: What should I do?
Dentures can cause soreness in the gums at first as the patient gets adjusted to the appliance, but if the pain is severe or if it develops after you’ve already worn your dentures for a year or more, you’ll need to consult with your dentist on how to resolve the issue. It may be possible
Oral Surgery: What are my sedation options?
Sedation is a tremendously important component of a positive oral surgery experience, and patients have a number of options offered by the best oral surgeons. Here is an overview of a number of sedation methods that patients may select for wisdom teeth removal, placement of dental implants, jaw surgery or other surgical procedures. Local anesthesia
Treatment Options for an Impacted Tooth
Impacted teeth present a number of oral health problems to patients. When a tooth is impacted, it means that it has not emerged fully through the gums. An impacted tooth can become infected quite easily. It can also affect oral function by crowding other teeth and producing significant discomfort. Our practice, home to some of
Experiencing Jaw Pain: Could it be TMJ?
Jaw pain is often the result of a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. This condition is relatively common, as the jaw has numerous components – muscles, tendons and bones – any of which can develop a problem that causes discomfort, as well as other symptoms. Those include locking or popping of the jaws, difficulty chewing or
What is orthognathic surgery?
When a patient has a severe malocclusion, such as a significant underbite or crossbite, which cannot be corrected through orthodontic treatment alone, a patient may be referred to an oral surgeon to address the problem and improve the smile’s function and appearance. The type of procedure performed in such cases is orthognathic surgery. This word
How Do All-on-4 Implants Compare to Traditional Dentures?
With today’s modern techniques and the types of materials used to create replacement teeth, edentulous patients do not have to suffer a life that consists of embarrassment and difficulty eating. In the past, patients without teeth had few options for reclaiming their oral function and improving their appearance. Today, however, our skilled team of oral
My Wisdom teeth aren’t bothering me. Why should I have them removed?
Has your dentist or oral surgeon recommended that you schedule an appointment for wisdom teeth removal? Even if wisdom teeth do not seem to be producing any problems or discomfort, having them surgically removed is an investment in your future oral health. Wisdom teeth, also referred to as third molars, emerge much later than the
