Missing teeth are often a great source of embarrassment and discomfort. But the good news is that several viable options are available to restore your smile. Dental implants are a popular choice for many patients with missing teeth. Unfortunately, not everyone is a good dental implant candidate. So, how do you know if you are a good candidate for dental …
4 Myths About Dental Implants
If you are missing a tooth, investing in dental implants is one of the best steps you can take for your oral health. Not only do they give you functionality and strength with every bite, but they have a natural appearance that looks just like a real tooth, too. Though despite all the benefits that come with dental implants, there …
Bone Grafting for Dental Implants: What You Should Know
One of the major factors in being a candidate for dental implants is having a strong jaw bone structure. But if you have been missing teeth for a while or if you have controlled periodontal disease, then your dentist may inform you that you need bone grafting done before the implant procedure can commence. The reason? You need a stronger …
My Dental Implant Feels Loose
When it comes to tooth replacement, dental implants are considered the gold standard. They have a success rate of 95 percent or higher. However, there can be limited instances where an implant may feel loose. If this happens, what should you do? The first thing to do is call your dentist and schedule an appointment to have your implant …
Are Dental Implants Covered By Dental Insurance?
Navigating dental insurance always takes some patience, but when it comes to dental implants, what is normally a minor hassle becomes a complex process—and it takes patients a lot of time to sort out. Unfortunately, there’s no standard answer for whether dental implants are covered by dental insurance, and even when they are covered, there may be a number of …
Mini-Implants vs. Full-Size Dental Implants
Mini-implants are a dental implant option that many of our patients are interested in learning about. They hear that these implants are faster, placement is less invasive, and they don’t require bone grafting, and want to know why they should bother with conventional implants when mini-implants sound like such a great alternative. The catch when it comes to mini-implants is …