I caught myself in front of the microwave oven the other day, tapping my foot impatiently as I watch the seconds count down. It occurred to me that waiting one minute for water to heat seems like a long time, even though it hasn’t been all that long since I… Read More…
We all know that an appealing smile not only looks good, it creates a positive impression as well. An attractive smile relays a sense of having good health standards. And, because people who feel good about the appearance of their smile are more-frequent smilers, they are often perceived as being… Read More…
It’s not unusual, when discussing tooth replacement options with a patient, to hear, “Oh, Dental Implants are too expensive,” when they are mentioned. However, once I go deeper into the various options, associated costs, long term benefits, and actual ‘truisms’ of Dental Implants, most patients become more open to this… Read More…
I make it no secret that my top recommendation for patients who need to replace teeth are Dental Implants. Because implants are held by the jaw bone, just as natural tooth roots were once positioned, chewing stability and dependability are restored to an optimal level. However, for various reasons I… Read More…
If you are a fairly new denture wearer, the fit is probably pretty snug. To eat comfortably and securely, you may also use a denture adhesive or paste to help prevent movement. If you are a long-time denture wearer, however, the fit is probably very different than it was when… Read More…
More and more adults are turning to Dental Implants to replace missing teeth. Unlike dentures or partials that can slip or rub, implants are held by the jaw bone, just as natural teeth. This restores chewing stability and speaking dependability that is most like the teeth you once had. However,… Read More…
For something to be done well, there is a price. This applies to dental work just as it does to the construction of a home or an automobile repair. When decisions are primarily based on getting the lowest price, the outcome is rarely satisfying. In dentistry, things such as cheap… Read More…
Dental fear is a common reason many people hesitate or avoid looking into replacing teeth. Unfortunately, it is this same fear that is often the reason people lose teeth in the first place. When adults are too afraid to have regular dental care, the eventual results can be gum disease… Read More…
If you wear dentures, your denture probably fit rather securely after it was first made. Over time, however, you may have noticed occasional movement. What causes this? A denture consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink base that is designed to look like your gum tissue. The inside of… Read More…
Studies show that dental implants are one of the most successful implant-in-bone procedures, over 90%. At our office, we are highly committed to this through advanced training and skills in all aspects of dental implant treatment – diagnosing the number of implants needed, the best type of implant and selecting… Read More…
