You had a tooth extracted years ago and are wondering whether it’s too late to get a dental implants. To know whether you are a candidate for this procedure, you need to ask yourself a few questions.
Are you healthy?
Talk to your dental surgeon about any underlying health issues you may have.
Do you have diabetes, sinus or heart problems? Do you smoke?
These conditions do not necessarily disqualify your candidacy for implants but will help your dental surgeon to assess the risk and prepare adequately for the procedure.…
If you have to have a lot of your teeth pulled due to gum disease you have many options for replacing them. Some of these options include fixed bridge, partial denture, and complete denture. Another option that you will find beneficial to replace your teeth is dental implants. These implants are made of titanium, which is a durable and strong material. In many cases, once you receive a dental implant you will have it for the rest of your life.…
If you have suffered the loss of multiple teeth, you may be wondering about your restorative options. Dentures and dental implants can be used to restore lost teeth, but which application is right for you?
Here is a bit of information to highlight some of the advantages of choosing dental implants instead of dentures.
The Fit
A comfortable fit is always desirable when it comes to a tooth-replacement device. Still, dentures and dental implants may differ significantly in the way that the appliances fit in the mouth.…
Have you lost a tooth and looking for a way to replace it? Your dentist may have recommended getting a dental implant to fix the missing tooth. Implants are definitely changing the way people think about replacing missing teeth since implants can look and feel completely natural. However, some people may be concerned with the titanium that is placed into the jawbone so that the implant is secure. Here are two questions you may have about using titanium:…
Switching to a new family dentist can be a bit stressful, especially if it’s been awhile since you’ve had to switch. Still, if your previous dental office closed or if you had to relocate, there’s a good chance you’re in the process of finding a new dentist to trust with your oral health needs. Once you’ve made your appointment, there are still a few things you’ll want to do before your first visit with a new dentist.…
There are many different types of surgical dental procedures that can be performed. This includes wisdom tooth extraction, placing posts for implants, or procedures to correct your jaw alignment. Regardless of what type of oral surgery you are having done, you will likely feel groggy, tired and a bit sore after the procedure. These side effects may last for a few days, depending on the procedures being done, your age, your current health and your tolerance to anesthesia and pain.…
If you were playing with your kids outside and were hit in the face with a ball, you may have cracked a tooth. If so, use the following three “P’s” for naturally taking care of the tooth until you can have it seen by a dentist.
Protect the Tooth
Since the protective layer of your tooth has been broken, the gap in the enamel leaves your tooth’s pulp and nerves exposed to food, air, and germs.…
Ice cream vendors spend a lot of time in a cool environment, which can be a difficult situation if they have sensitive teeth. Why does this problem occur and how can they avoid it? And if they do occur, how can they be treated?
Why Teeth Are Sensitive To Cold
So why do ice cream vendors get sensitive teeth? They get it for the same reason that anybody does, mostly through teeth erosion.…
There is a lot more to oral hygiene than simply grabbing any tooth brush, brushing your teeth, and using mouthwash before you got to bed each evening. You also need to put more thought into things. The right tooth brush should be used and other measures should be taken to ensure your teeth are going to stay as healthy and nice looking as is possible. This article will cover a lot of tooth care information so you know you are doing things right.…
Once or twice in your life you will probably meet someone who has glowing white teeth. These teeth are not only radiantly white, but so white they almost look like they could light up a pitch-black room. How do they do that? Wanting white teeth is one thing, but teeth that white takes a lot of work. Here is how these people get glowing white teeth.
No, It Is Not Brushing…
