What’s the difference between a tooth implant and a crown? The relationship between a dental implant and a crown can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure. And both can be used with other dental restorations. Let’s clear up the confusion. 1. A tooth implant can serve as a foundation for a crown….

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no natural teeth. Many men and women with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s problematic to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive…

What makes an attractive smile? White teeth? Uniformly-shaped teeth? Straight teeth? What troubles prevent remarkable smiles? Crooked teeth are commonly considered unattractive. Yellow or gray teeth reduce the appeal of a smile—even one that is perfectly healthy and aligned.  Beauty, it has been said, is in the eye of the beholder. There are unique smile…

Dentistry has evolved to a point where total mouth reconstruction is possible! Have you had several teeth extracted? Do you have other oral troubles like bone or gum recession?  Implants Can Be Used In Many Ways Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone. Dental implants have…

Looking into how much dental implants cost and getting an easy answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. I’m . Thanks for stopping to read my blog. I know it can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid on the internet. Let me…

There is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of perfectly healthy teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. However, if you are like most residents, you will need to restore a tooth eventually. Today’s post looks at six restoration procedures that are used routinely to…

Are you interested in getting a permanent tooth implant but have dental anxiety? Perhaps “anxiety” is putting it mildly. You may be downright terrified. Don’t give up just yet. Hear us out. Placing a dental implant is a type of oral surgery. When patients hear the word “surgery” they sometimes imagine something that is far…

One of the persistent misconceptions about tooth implants is that they are too costly. Perhaps you have considered implants but think the price is too steep. Let’s talk about the cost of dental implants. Look At The Big Picture A tooth implant is not cheap, it is a significant treatment. But you need to look…