Tooth Extraction? Get Dental Implants Right Away!

August 18, 2022

In the course of a lifetime, nearly everyone will lose at least one adult tooth.  Most people will lose about 12 teeth before they die.

I believe it is essential for everyone to know that you should consider dental implants before you lose a tooth. Too often I’ve seen patients who decided to wait to deal with the loss of a tooth, resulting in bone deterioration that caused greater complications and costs for restoration, especially with dental implants.

So, my goal with this post is to get the word out – if you’re having a tooth extraction, plan on replacing the tooth with a dental implant, from a credentialled dental implant expert, right away.

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Topics: timeline for implants, what to know about implants, Dental implant procedure, Bone Loss, Tooth Extraction

DENTAL IMPLANTS: THE MACGYVER OF TEETH

April 12, 2022
Elderly patient smiling and having her teeth cleaned by a masked dentist
 

When I was a kid, one of the coolest shows on TV was MacGyver. For those not of my generation, “Mac” traveled around the world and helped people in need solve their problems. He was always there for the underdog and his methods were, whenever possible, non-violent and non-lethal. At the end of each episode, he always found himself in a challenging situation and used his brains and whatever he had on hand to get out of the predicament. He was a science nerd who could fix most anything.

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Topics: Getting started with dental implants, dental implant research, Choosing an implant dentist, dental implant process, timeline for implants, what to know about implants, overall health, Board Certified Implant Dentist, Credentialed Implant Dentist, Dental implant procedure

The Long-Term Cost-Effectiveness of Dental Implants

May 19, 2020
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

You might be surprised how affordable dental implants are compared to other tooth replacement options, especially when you take into account long-term cost effectiveness and quality of life.

When placed by an implant expert, they are a lifelong investment. And, unlike veneers or dental bridges, dental implants do not normally need replacing with proper maintenance and care. 

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Topics: dental implant process, timeline for implants, health connection, overall health

Teeth in a Day—Myth or Reality? How the Dental Implant Process Works

June 1, 2018
Can you get dental implants in one day? AAID addresses "teeth in a day" promise


You might’ve heard or seen some TV commercials promising viewers new teeth in one day. 

Is it too good to be true?

The good news is that it's not a myth. But the reality is that there is a lot of planning, as well as several visits, that go into preparing for that special “day.”

“Patients researching their options to restore their smile with dental implants need to understand some important concepts so that they can make well-educated decisions regarding comfort, function, and esthetics based on their treatment objectives,” says Dr. Adam Kimowitz of Denville, New Jersey. 

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Topics: dental implant process, timeline for implants, FAQs

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