For most adults, replacing lost or missing teeth will result in dental implant surgery. Dental implants not only look natural, but they also better support the chewing function than the traditional teeth replacement option of dentures. Diabetes, especially when left unregulated, can result in slower healing, increased risk of infection, gum disease, and diabetic neuropathy.…
The foundation of a strong, functional smile often lies beneath the surface. The health and structure of your jawbone, particularly in the upper jaw, play a significant role in your oral well-being. If you’re considering dental implants or have been advised to explore tooth replacement options, you may have come across the term “sinus lift.”…
If you have missing teeth or have been wearing dentures for a long time, dental implants are a great way to restore functionality and strength in the jaw. However, some patients could require a sinus lift if they do not have a sufficient base for the implants. During a sinus lift, the oral surgeon lifts…
If you have missing, cracked, or infected teeth, several options are available to fix these problems and the additional issues they may cause. One of the solutions offered is dental implants. These artificial tooth roots are placed in the jawbone to permanently replace the entire tooth structure. Leaving missing or damaged teeth untreated can have…
Everything is digitizing, including dentistry. While many dentists have been using digital technologies to create things like crowns and retainers for many years, dentures have been slower to gain popularity. For a variety of reasons, dentures are slightly more difficult to digitize. It is safe to say that we have now reached a point where…
Dental implants do more than simply replace a missing tooth. As the only tooth replacement option that actually replaces a tooth’s missing root, implants are uniquely positioned to provide the bearer with many exceptional advantages. These advantages include a boost for your self-esteem and improvement of the health of your mouth. The Negative Effects of…
Dental crowns are a common way that dentists repair a broken or decayed tooth. Patients with dental crowns can experience problems. Some of those problems are common just after your dentist places the crown on your tooth, and others can occur years down the road. Short-Term Problems Many people experience short-term issues with dental crowns…