When deciding whether to save a tooth or not, we will sometimes talk about a tooth as being “hopeless.” This is a semi-clinical term that is readily understood by dentists and periodontists but may be unclear to you. So, what do we mean by a hopeless tooth?
Read Dental StoryWhat gives dental implants their great advantages–no special cleaning, no slipping, and the ability to eat a full range of foods–is that they are anchored in your jaw bone like your natural teeth. But what if you have a bone disease? Can you still get dental implants? The answer is yes, but you have to be aware of special risks and considerations.
Read Dental StoryBecause they look like natural teeth and function like natural teeth, it’s easy to think that they’re just like natural teeth. But they’re not, and, in at least one area, they may need different care from natural teeth.
Read Dental StoryOne thing some people worry about if they’re considering a smile makeover: will you make my smile look just like everyone else’s? Most of us feel conflicted about the appearance of our smiles. There are some things we love about it, things that are unique and give it character. Then there are some things that we definitely do not like, that make it unattractive. We want to keep the one and get rid of the other. The good thing is that a smile makeover can do exactly that.
Read Dental StoryAfter we place your dental implants, it’s up to your body to build bone around the implants. This integrates them into your jawbone so that they can become permanent, functional replacements for your lost teeth. Your body needs many essential vitamins to repair your bone. Unfortunately, many Americans’ diets are short in these vital nutrients. If you aren’t getting the necessary vitamins, you may need to change your diet to make sure you’re getting enough.
Read Dental StoryFor most people, dental implants are an easy solution to tooth loss. There’s no special care required: just do your normal oral hygiene routine and make your visits to your dentist to ensure your new tooth integrates properly with your jawbone and remains healthy. But for diabetics, it’s not so easy.
Read Dental StoryNicolas A. Ravon, DDS, MSD is proud to announce that we are offering metal-free zirconia dental implants for our patients. Although titanium dental implants remain a good choice for most people, these metal-free dental implants are crucial for people with titanium allergies or concerns about metal sensitivity. Metal-free dental implants are also ideal for anyone seeking the absolute best cosmetic dentistry results.
Read Dental StoryAccording to a new study looking at the number of changes in the bone around different dental implant designs, it seems that a single-piece dental implant results in the smallest amount of changes. Studying Abutment Design A replacement tooth is typically made up of three parts: a dental implant that goes down into the jawbone. A dental crown that sits atop the dental implant. And an abutment that connects the two.
Read Dental StoryPeri-implantitis is to your dental implants what periodontitis–advanced gum disease–is to your natural teeth. It’s an infection around the implant that degrades the bone and can lead to the loss of your dental implant.
Read Dental StoryIt used to be that car accident were one of the most common causes of serious dental injury. Thankfully, seatbelts and airbags have significantly reduced the number of people who experience dental injuries in car accidents, and when they do occur, they tend to be much less serious than they used to be. But if you have been involved in a car accident, you might be left with serious damage to your smile. And that can be critical if your livelihood depends on your smile.
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