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Bone Loss and Dental Implants: Why Jawbone Health Matters

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Dental implants can significantly improve your self-confidence, nutrition, and everyday comfort. But unfortunately, not everyone can get dental implants. In this article, we discuss why jawbone health matters, bone loss, and its relation to dental implants. Bone Loss and Dental Implants: Why Jawbone Health Matters Dental implants consist of a metal screw-like post and a…

Do Dental Implants Hurt?

If you’ve ever thought about getting dental implants, chances are you’ve asked yourself this question: Do dental implants hurt? Even more so, if they do, how badly do they hurt, and for how long? These are all fairly common concerns and valid ones! After all, any procedure involving surgery tends to trigger a bit of…

How Long Do Dental implants Last?

Losing a permanent tooth is something nobody wants to happen. Not only can the loss of such a visible tooth cost you your self-confidence, but it will also affect the overall function of your teeth and cause the other teeth to move. The good news is that you do not have to suffer the space…

Does a Periodontist Do Implants?

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Dental implant placement might be daunting to some patients. Thus, they want to choose the best specialist to perform the procedure. This leads many to wonder, does a periodontist do dental implants, or should they go to a different specialist? Read our article to learn the answer to this question and discover how the procedure…

Care Guide for Dental Implants

Dental implants are reliable and can last you for years, providing the joy of a great-looking smile and the ability to enjoy a variety of foods without concern. However, your implants still require special maintenance to serve you for as long as possible. Please read our care guide for dental implants to learn about the…

Can an X-Ray Diagnose Dental Implant Failure?

Dental implant failure is not very common if the implants are installed properly to begin with, and all the possible health issues and other factors that might influence the success of the treatment are considered beforehand. However, implant failure still can happen, and you need to know how to identify it early on to get…

Top 5 Causes of Tooth Loss

Even though modern dentistry has incredible tooth replacement methods, most people probably want to preserve their natural teeth for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there are factors and situations that are out of our control when it comes to tooth loss. However, in general our habits certainly can influence the health of our teeth. Below,…

Guide to the First Days After Dental Implants

Dental implants are an amazing option for people who need a tooth replacement solution. Compared to options like bridges and dentures, dental implants are a permanent solution that can serve you a lifetime. On top of that, dental implants function and look just like your natural teeth. Thus, it is thought to be the most…

Traditional Versus Same-Day Implants

Dental implants are a well-known restorative dentistry procedure that can transform a broken and unhealthy smile into a beautiful new set of teeth, allowing you to live life to the fullest without being impeded by constant pain and discomfort. Traditional dental implants typically involve a surgical procedure and a follow-up to ensure that your custom…

5 Signs of Dental Implant Infection

Dental implants are a widely sought-after solution in restorative dentistry, offering a path to natural-looking and functional teeth. Many of our LA patients seek out permanent treatments that can bring back their ability to bite and chew without pain. But to continue enhancing their oral health and appearance, patients who visit their trusted periodontist need…

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