Single Tooth Implant When you lose a tooth, the biting forces change on teeth next to the space, causing them to shift. Opposing teeth may even begin to extrude out of the socket, which means they too could eventually be lost. As your bite changes, it gets more difficult to chew your food, and you
read moreWhat is crown lengthening? There are two purposes to use crown lengthening. The first is to have a good crown by providing enough retention structure. A crown is an excellent way to cover and protect a tooth that has fractured or been damaged by decay or injury. Sometimes, however, the damage is so extensive that
read moreIf my tooth doesn’t hurt and my filling is still in place, why would the filling need to be replaced? Constant pressure from chewing, grinding or clenching can cause dental fillings, or restorations, to wear away, chip or crack. Although you may not be able to tell that your filling is wearing down, your dentist
read moreFAQ for Denture The most concern about denture is how to deal with loosening. I think that the most effective approach is implant retained denture. Two to four implants and attachments help to create better retention. I have those questions from my denture patients. Should I use a denture adhesive? Denture adhesive can provide additional
read moreI have a bulimic patient who came for severe inflammation of molar teeth. After reviewing x-rays and oral exam the patient was diagnosed as bulimia nervosa. She has all molar teeth chipped out and front teeth eroded. She lost the vertical height of teeth due to lack of enamel surface. I recommended full mouth crowns
read moreWhat is involved in placing implants? First, surgery is performed to place the anchor. Surgery can take up to several hours, and up to six months may be required for the bone to grow around the anchor and firmly hold it in place. Some implants require a second surgery in which a post is attached
read moreIs there another way I can have a tooth replaced other than bridge? Yes. The dental implant can provide artificial teeth that natural and feel secure. Let’s have an example. Mrs. Johnson was upset because she had a broken front tooth in the morning. It was done root canal treatment a few years ago and
read moreI HAVE AN IMPLANT FOR BETTER SMILE AND CHEWING? There is no perfect substitute for a natural, healthy tooth. I have been seen some of the people who have wonderful teeth. But this is not for everybody. Something happens during our life and we lose the tooth. It can come from decay, failed root canal
read moreDoes your filling need replacing? There is no perfect substitute for a natural, healthy tooth. A tooth that has decay will need treatment with a dental filling or other restoration depending on the extent of the decay. A dental filling may last many years before it needs replacement. However, fillings are subject to constant stress
read moreInfant Formula and the Risk of Enamel Fluorosis You may see a small white spot in front teeth of your daughter. You may see the prominent white band on the teeth when a pretty girl smiles. Fluorosis is not a disease but it affects the way that teeth look. These defect looking can be improved
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