If you are thinking about getting a dental implant installed, it is useful to know the average lifespan for an implant. So how long do dental implants last for most patients? Types of dental implants vary from person to person. Meaning some implants will last longer than others. The answer to this question can depend…
You may be wondering, “What are endosteal implants?” Endosteal implants are titanium or ceramic dental implants that the oral surgeon installs inside your jawbone. The opposite of standard endosteal implants is subperiosteal dental implants, which our dentist recommends only when patients don’t have enough healthy jawbone to support the insertion of an endosteal implant. That’s…
There are many reasons people have teeth missing and gaps between their teeth. It can happen from an injury, decay or the shifting of teeth in the jaw. Empty spaces will not stay empty for long. Your teeth will begin to shift position and may tilt or become crooked. This can lead to many problems,…
Nothing can light up a room like a big smile. As a result, our teeth get a lot of attention. Perhaps that’s why there are so many ways to keep our teeth healthy and our smiles bright these days. From home whitening kits and invisible straighteners to veneers and dental implants, almost any cosmetic issue…
Once upon a time, a loose tooth was exciting. It meant a visit from the tooth fairy, maybe a little prize or reward under your pillow. As the years moved forward, each loose tooth meant we were a little older, a little wiser, a little closer to growing up and experiencing the world on our…
Most of us think of orthodontic work as involving teeth-straightening. And it is undoubtedly true that much of the work a good dentist or orthodontist does include straightening teeth. Tools like braces and Invisalign are critical when it comes to dental health and appearance. But we rarely think about what happens after. The devices that…
Too many people think of dentists only as the people who clean our teeth, urge us to brush and floss, and come after our cavities. Dentistry encompasses a wide range of specialties. For instance, have you ever wondered about the difference between endodontist vs. dentist? Endodontists are dentists who extend their education for several years…
For many of us, the day begins at the bathroom sink, brushing and flossing our teeth. However, have you ever stopped to wonder why? The answer lies in a six-letter word: plaque. Brushing and flossing are the essential habits to develop when you’re learning how to prevent plaque build-up. Plaque build-up creates a series of…
Keeping your teeth in shape takes commitment. Once expended, you’d like that hard work to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever. As we get older, our teeth slowly begin to shift. What’s the best advice for how to prevent teeth shifting? The answer will be different for every individual, and you can best determine…
Everyone suffers from bad breath from time to time. Most people react by reaching for a breath mint or mouthwash. But a little learning goes a long way, and understanding the causes of bad breath can help you develop habits that keep halitosis – the clinical name for bad breath – at bay. The exact…