For many years, dentures had been a traditional way to replace missing teeth. However, many patients are not happy with their dentures or simply may not know about other options.
One of the biggest disadvantages of dentures is they can be uncomfortable and slip out of place when speaking, eating, smiling, yawning or coughing. Additionally, missing teeth and dentures cause jawbone deterioration over time due to constant pressure from chewing food or clenching.
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what to know about implants,
health connection,
mini dental implants
Are you missing one or more teeth and wondering what the right replacement option is for you? Have you heard of alternative options to standard implants?
I have placed dental implants since 1985 and many patients have asked me about mini dental implants and how they compare to normal-sized dental implants.
In this blog post, I will walk you through the difference between mini implants and standard dental implants and how to decide what is right for you.
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Topics:
what to know about implants,
health connection,
Board Certified Implant Dentist,
mini dental implants
Whether you are considering having a dental implant as a tooth replacement option or you have had your dental implant for some time, a common question that I hear from my patients is regarding an old habit... Smoking!
Nearly one quarter of the U.S. population smokes cigarettes. Although the number of smokers is significantly less than it was 50 years ago, the question still comes up from a large portion of my patients.
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what to know about implants,
health connection,
overall health
Are you wondering how to clean your dental implants?
If you currently have dental implants or are contemplating scheduling an initial consultation with a dental implant expert, consider this: when it comes to your oral health, cleaning your dental implants is just as important as brushing and flossing your natural teeth.
Many people are surprised to learn that they actually have been cleaning their teeth the wrong way for years, let alone their dental implants. I often hear, ”I have always done it this way.”
Cleaning teeth and dental implants the wrong way may lead to additional oral health problems.
In this blog post, I will teach you how to clean your dental implants the right way so you will protect both your teeth and your dental implants and reap the benefits for many years to come.
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what to know about implants,
health connection,
overall health
If you’re missing one or more teeth, you know that it affects the look of your smile and your ability to eat and speak. But did you know that it also affects the health of your jawbone and your face structure?
Compared to dentures or bridges, dental implants actually stimulate your bone and help to maintain your jawbone.
In this blog I will review what happens to the jaw bone after teeth are lost, with dentures and with dental implants.
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Topics:
dental implant research,
health connection,
overall health,
Board Certified Implant Dentist