In my dental practice, an ever-increasing number of adults opt for a dental implant or implants over other tooth replacement options. Although some patients are familiar with the advantages of an implant vs. other options, I always present all their choices and explain the advantages and disadvantages of each. While… Read More…
There are few things that add so much to your life than a healthy, appealing smile. Not only does the health of your mouth impact your overall health, having a great smile tends to boost self-confidence, self-esteem and causes people to smile more often, projecting a positive and upbeat individual…. Read More…
Long-time denture wearer? If you suspect your face has grown longer, it is probably because jowls have formed on both sides of your face. This is often the result of facial muscles that have detached from the jaw bones once they shrink to a certain point. Here is why you’ve… Read More…
Tooth loss has many frustrations. Denture wearers often endure discomfort, reduced confidence, decreased ability to chew and enjoy foods, and daily inconvenience. While many acknowledge these ordeals as normal, they are often unaware of an underlying occurrence taking place … bone loss. Bone loss has an even greater impact to… Read More…
The upfront costs of dental implants are typically the only obstacle for some patients who want to replace missing teeth. Although the long term cost efficiency of dental implants makes them a better option than other tooth replacement alternatives, dental implants do have a failure rate. Here are tips to… Read More…
Occasionally, we have a Dental Implant patient who does not want to “be put to sleep” during treatment. For most implant patients, we use Oral Sedation. Oral Sedation is in pill form, has a quick recovery, and has an amnesiac effect that eliminates most (or all) memory of the procedure… Read More…
When natural tooth roots are missing from the upper or lower jaw, the bone that was once their foundation begins to shrink. Over time, this bone loss can cause many problems. A common frustration of denture wearers is uncomfortable rubbing or slips while eating. This is because the bone ridge… Read More…
I’m always surprised by how much men and women invest in facial plastic surgery in order to achieve a younger-looking appearance. Since your smile has such a significant place on your face, having an attractive smile greatly improves one’s appearance and can shave many years off. This is especially true… Read More…
Let’s say you crack a tooth below the gum line. It’s too late for a crown and removal is required. There are several reasons why it’s more beneficial to place a Dental Implant at the time of extraction. By combining the two procedures, you save treatment time and the numbing… Read More…
When I hear folks talk about how they’ll spend an anticipated tax refund, it’s often about ‘splurges,’ such as a cruise, new furniture, or down payment on a car. I always wonder if these indulgences end up providing as much pleasure as the individual envisioned. As a Dentist, I see… Read More…
