Understanding the Different Types of Dental Implants

Posted on 4 February 2021

According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, up to 3 million people in the U.S. have dental implants. This number rises by about 500,000 every year. Implants are metal frames or posts that are surgically inserted in the jawbone beneath the gums. Implants provide a base on which a dentist can mount replacement teeth. Here's a look at the different types of implants. 1. Endosteal and Subperiosteal Implants There are two types of implants: endosteal and subperiosteal. [Read More]

How To Tell If Your Dental Implant Is Failing

Posted on 16 November 2020

When dental implant treatment is successful, which it usually is, your dental implant should last decades — if not a lifetime. But sometimes, patients experience complications with their dental implants. When this happens, early intervention is necessary in order to save the failing dental implant. If you think your dental implant might be failing, then look out for the following signs. Pain That Doesn't Abate After the First Few Days [Read More]

How Dental Implants Help Those Who Struggle To Talk With Dentures

Posted on 16 November 2020

Losing teeth is a common issue with many people as they age, due to age-related health issues and the general wear and tear that comes with aging. Unfortunately, dentures may be something that some people cannot tolerate easily and may cause them to struggle to speak properly. As a result, it is important for those who experience this problem to talk to a dentist about the benefits of dental implants. [Read More]

Everything You Should Know About Subperiosteal Implants

Posted on 14 July 2020

Dental implants are an important tool in restoration dentistry. They allow dentists to replace a patient's missing teeth without the use of dental bridges or dentures. When people think of dental implants, they usually think of endosteal implants, which are placed into holes drilled in the patient's jawbone. However, subperiosteal implants are another type of dental implant available to patients. These implants are viable even if the patient has experienced significant jawbone erosion. [Read More]

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Achieving Good Dental Health Can Be Easier than You Think

When I was a child, it seemed like after my dental check-ups, I always had a cavity that needed to be filled. Since I seemed to always get cavities even when I thought I was "doing everything right," I decided I must just have "bad teeth" and decided to accept it. However, one day when speaking to a friend who always seemed to have "perfect teeth," I learned that there were just a few small habits I had that were greatly impacting my oral health. Once I made a few small changes to my daily routine, I was finally cavity-free at my next dental check-up! I know there are others out there who think they just have "bad teeth" like I did, and I want to help everyone out there learn how their daily habits impact their teeth by sharing my dental advice on my new blog!

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