Although the success rate for dental implants is very high, about 95%, dental implants can fail. Knowing what contributes to implant failure before you have implants placed can help you enjoy a successful treatment outcome. Some health and lifestyle issues can complicate the body’s ability to enable implants to integrate… Read More…
One of the ingredients in denture creams is zinc. When overuse put too much zinc in the body, it depletes the body’s natural balance of copper. Since copper regulates neurological activity, such an imbalance can lead to nerve damage or even neuropathy, a painful nerve disorder for which there is… Read More…
Natural teeth are held into your jawbones by their tooth roots, which are embedded in the bone. Throughout the day, actions such as biting and chewing create physical stimulation to the jaw by each root. The tooth roots stimulate the bone so it maintains a healthy mass. Once natural teeth… Read More…
Although we advise dental implants for most tooth replacements, we also offer full and partial dentures. If partial dentures are needed, there are several choices, some giving a higher level of aesthetic appeal and security than others. Most conventional partial dentures are held in place by clasps made from a… Read More…
When it comes to teeth, some American adults assume that missing one, two or a few won’t upset the apple cart. But it does. Even though your missing teeth may not be visible in a smile, the gap disrupts the natural balance necessary for proper bite alignment. For example, if… Read More…
Smokers already know they are taking health risks. However, many are unaware of the negative oral health issues when it comes to tobacco use. For example, research shows that smokers lose more teeth than nonsmokers. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, about 20% of people over age… Read More…
Dental implants are the closest thing to natural teeth available. They restore dependable biting strength and chewing stability. They enable you to laugh, kiss and even sneeze without worry. And, there is nothing to soak in a glass at night! When a patient completes dental implant treatment, I often hear,… Read More…
A few decades ago, dental insurance was rarely part of health care coverages. This may have been because many adults did not deem dental care support as a necessary part of their overall health and well being. With the vast amount of research and studies on how dental wellness contributes… Read More…
Tooth loss has many frustrations. Dentures contribute to discomfort, reduced confidence, decreased ability to chew and enjoy foods, and a daily inconvenience. Unfortunately, an underlying occurrence is taking place with even greater impact to one’s life … bone loss. Bone loss, over time, contributes to deep wrinkling and a sunken-in… Read More…
My family is already talking about our holiday ‘wish list.’ It has reminded me of how many patients I see who struggle daily to bite and chew comfortably because of a denture. What a gift it is to have a confident smile and to be able to eat without discomfort… Read More…
