Having missing teeth impacts not only how you look but also how you speak and what you can eat. To get full use of your bite again, there are two popular options to choose from—dentures and dental implants. However, it’s not always easy to know what option is the right one for your unique needs.…

Preparing for Dental Implant Surgery  Navigating the world of restorative dentistry can feel like a daunting task, especially when considering solutions like dental implants. If your dentist has recommended this option, you’re probably wondering, “Why dental implants?” and “What happens next?” Dental implants, which involve a surgical procedure to replace missing teeth, are frequently recommended…

Important Facts About Dental Implants Missing teeth are a frustrating but common problem millions of adults face. Dental bridges and dentures have filled gaps in peoples’ smiles for decades, but dental implants have rapidly become the new standard in permanent tooth replacement options for some very good reasons. Here are the top 10 facts you…

The health of our mouths and smiles is critical to our overall health. But many patients don’t stop and think about why. And it’s pretty simple. When our mouths are in poor health—cavities in our teeth, gum disease, or otherwise—it can also impact the rest of our bodies. Bad oral health is directly correlated with…

When someone has experienced adult tooth loss, there is no greater restorative dentistry treatment than dental implants. Dental implants replace the roots and crown of a tooth to provide the most stable and durable missing tooth treatment. Dental implants are placed via oral surgery, so patients can expect the procedure to result in some side effects. Here, [...]

Dental implants can benefit those who are missing one or more teeth by providing natural looking and feeling tooth replacement. Tooth loss can occur at any age, and while dental implants are suitable for many people, age must be considered. Drs. Charles A. Robertson and Nicholas Perry Orchard explain how age can affect dental implant [...]

Tooth loss is a common problem. According to numbers from the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP), roughly 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. The ACP estimates that around 40 million Americans are missing all of their teeth. That’s a significant number of people on both counts. Whether you’re missing a single tooth [...]

If you are missing a tooth or multiple teeth, there are numerous options for tooth replacement. Implant dentistry tends to be of the most ideal options. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that support crowns, bridges, and dentures, providing cosmetic benefits as well as health advantages over removable appliances. During a dental implants consultation at [...]

Dental implants are one of the most reliable teeth replacement treatments available today. With success rates as high as 98 percent, they are widely considered the most optimal choice among dentists and patients alike. Even so, there are limitations regarding their longevity and success. For example, tobacco use can significantly hinder healing and ultimately affect [...]