How To Live With Dental Implants

If you are missing one or more of your teeth and you have the option to get dentures, you can have a bridge put in or you can go with dental implants. If you choose implants, you'll want to know how life will be living with implants. The information here will educate you in the different ways they can impact your life and what you can expect: The implant is permanent but may not be forever [Read More]

Understanding Dental Implant Osseointegration Failure Issues

Most dental implants are successful and can remain in the mouth. Specifically, one study shows a success rate that is well over 98%. While this is true, you may experience a complication after implant surgery. One such complication is failed osseointegration. Keep reading to learn what osseointegration is and why it may fail.  What Is Dental Implant Osseointegration? Osseointegration is the process of new bone formation around the implant root where new bone cells form and attach themselves to the implant device. [Read More]

5 Tips For Avoiding Gum Disease

Gum disease is a common dental health condition among adults and can lead to serious complications if left untreated. In fact, advanced gum disease can lead to missing teeth and heart issues. If you start taking good care of your oral health, you can reduce your chance of developing this disease. Here are five helpful tips for avoiding gum disease: Remember to Brush Your Gum Line When you brush your teeth, it's important to not neglect your gum line. [Read More]

4 Steps To Caring For Your Dentures

Roughly 15 percent of adults who are missing teeth have dentures, according to the American College of Prosthodontists. If you're in that group, understanding how to care for your dental device is absolutely essential. Even though they're not real teeth, prosthetic ones require just as much TLC. What do you need to know when it comes to denture care? Check out these easy to follow tips that will help keep your device clean and your mouth healthy. [Read More]