When planning cosmetic dental treatment plans, our patients often ask, “How long does tooth bonding last?” and in this blog post we’ll answer this question. Tooth bondings or white fillings are an esthetic solution we use in front teeth to fix cavities or change the appearance of your teeth. How long these restorations last is …
Dental Implants with Bone Loss
The use of implants in dentistry has revolutionized the way we replace our patients’ missing teeth. One of the key requirements for successful treatment with dental implants is having enough bone to hold the implant in place. In the past, if a patient didn’t have enough bone for an implant, we had to provide alternative …
Is cosmetic dentistry worth the cost?
Patients who want cosmetic dentistry treatments often struggle with insecurity because of a stained, crooked, gapped, chipped, or misaligned teeth. They avoid taking pictures, cover their mouths when they laugh, and keep out of the spotlight as much as possible. Sound familiar? If you’re wondering is cosmetic dentistry worth the cost? We’ve got another question …
What is an All-on-Four implant?
To understand All-on-4® dental implants, you must first understand what a single dental implant is. Dental implants are tiny, screw-like titanium rods that are inserted through the gums and into the jawbone. This implant serves the same purpose as the patient’s natural tooth root—anchoring the tooth into position. A crown is secured to the top …
Dental Bone Grafting Surgery: What is it and how can it help me?
Dental bone grafting surgery is necessary for patients who want a dental implant placed and for patients who have lost jawbone mass because of a missing tooth, periodontal disease, or dental trauma. When tooth roots are connected to the jawbone, your jawbone health is secure. If a tooth is missing, dental implants can replace the …
All-on-4 Dental Implants vs Dentures
Advances in dentistry now offer superior solutions to common dental problems like missing teeth. Not long ago, patients who had lost most of their teeth to periodontal disease, trauma, or other oral health problems, had only one choice—removable dentures. Now, dentists offer an array of restorative techniques, such as implants, bridges, partial dentures, and complete …