“Will I have to change my diet when I get dental implants?” That question is something that many patients wonder about. After all, no one wants to give up their favorite snacks and meals. The good news is that dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth, so you can feel free to indulge in virtually any food after the implants are solidly integrated with your jawbone. However, there are some points you should keep in mind as you are deciding what to eat. This blog post provides some practical guidance.

Are you thinking about getting dental implants, or do you have another complex oral procedure in your near future? You might be nervous about what to expect. Rest assured that your surgical team wants you to be as comfortable as possible. Therefore, they may offer sedation. What are some of the benefits of sedation dentistry? This blog post lists a few of the biggest ones.

Dental implants are often heralded as the gold standard of tooth replacement. However, getting them requires that you undergo a surgery. Naturally, that prospect might feel a little intimidating. Many patients are nervous about what the procedure will feel like and what they will experience during their recovery period. If that is true of you, take heart! You have several reasons for you not to be afraid of getting dental implants.

Traditional dentures are one of the most common forms of tooth replacement. They can allow you to eat many foods, and they can provide you with a beautiful smile. Despite their usefulness, however, they have a number of drawbacks. For example, they could affect your ability to take in adequate nutrition. How exactly do dentures affect nutrition? What can you do to make sure your body gets all the nutrients it needs? Read on below to find out.

Countless dentists and specialists provide dental implant treatment. However, not all of them are equally qualified. Moreover, not all of them have the same advanced technology at their disposal. It is important to note what instruments a provider uses before you commit to partnering with them for your tooth replacement journey. Why should you choose an oral surgeon with a CBCT scanner (also called a cone beam scanner)? Continue reading to learn the answer.

If you have missing teeth, you may be thinking about getting dental implants. This form of tooth replacement is the best that modern medicine has to offer! Still, you may wonder, “How many dental implants do I need? Do I need one implant for each of my missing teeth?” This blog post can give you a rough idea of how many prosthetic tooth roots may be required to rebuild your complete smile.

In recent decades, dental implants have become the gold standard of tooth replacement. They are reliable, long-lasting, sturdy, and highly functional. Yes, they are a modern marvel — at least, that is what most people think. The reality is that they have been around in some form for thousands of years. This blog post dives into the fascinating evolution of dental implants.

Bruxism (repetitive teeth grinding and clenching) affects millions of people. Since it usually occurs during sleep, countless individuals are not even aware that they do it. Nevertheless, it is a serious problem that, if left unaddressed, can be detrimental for oral health. It could even have an impact on your tooth replacement prospects. How does bruxism affect dental implants? Can you still get dental implants even if you grind and clench your teeth? Read on below to learn the answers.

If you are missing a tooth, you may have considered getting a dental implant to replace it. That is a wise decision; dentists around the world view implants as the best way to rebuild lost teeth. Even after you choose to get an implant, though, you still have a decision to make. What material will it be made of? This blog post discusses titanium vs. zirconia dental implants so you can make a well-informed decision about how to move forward with your treatment.

Are you thinking about replacing your lost teeth with dental implants? Throughout your journey, you might hear some unfamiliar terms. Feel free to ask your oral surgery team to explain anything that does not make sense to you — they will be happy to do so. In the meantime, you can expand your dental implant vocabulary by reading this blog post.