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Dental implants are small titanium posts surgically inserted into a patient’s jawbone, and they allow restorations to function just like real teeth and potentially last a lifetime if they receive excellent care. These remarkable prosthetic devices require patients receiving them to have healthy gums and strong bone structure, but the jaws of many people who go a long time without replacing their teeth will atrophy due to lack of exercise. Here’s how you may still be able to receive implants if you have been missing teeth for a long time.

After a tooth extraction, you might worry about developing a painful condition known as dry socket. But did you know that only about 1–3% of tooth extraction cases result in dry socket?

By following your dentist’s post-op instructions carefully, you can greatly reduce your risk and help ensure a smooth, comfortable recovery.

Air travel is one of the most convenient methods of transportation, and people love it because of how fast they can get from one part of the world to another. As carefree as it can be for most individuals, it can also pose potential problems for those who recently underwent invasive dental procedures. If you are gearing up to fly to your next destination but need to have a tooth extraction days before your trip, keep reading to learn what you can do to avoid certain issues on your flight.

In most circumstances, your dentist does everything they can to protect and preserve your natural teeth. Whether they provide preventive care to increase your resistance to common oral issues or treat concerns like cavities or gum disease, it’s all intended to safeguard your smile.

However, if you have a severely decayed or damaged tooth that’s too injured or diseased to be treated effectively, they might have no recourse but to remove and replace it. If you’re anxious that your procedure could hurt, continue reading to learn more about what tooth extractions typically feel like!

Dentures are remarkable prosthetic devices that can replace several, many, or all of a patient’s missing teeth. These appliances are incredibly versatile and can restore a patient’s ability to speak clearly and much of their chewing power, and many say that they are so comfortable that they are tempted to simply continue wearing them for days at a time. Here’s a brief guide to why this is a horrible idea and how you can keep your dentures sanitary, functional, and presentable.

Dentures are a popular solution for tooth loss that can simultaneously rebuild your smile’s appearance and functionality. They contain the correct number of pontics (artificial teeth) set in a gum-colored acrylic base, designed to resemble your natural teeth and gums, to boost your confidence.

However, your jawbone thins after tooth loss because roots are required to stimulate new bone growth every time you bite down. They might become loose or destabilized, but fortunately, you can use adhesives to keep them in place. Continue reading to learn about 3 potential options so you can pick the best one for you!

Much like with your natural teeth, keeping your dentures white and bright requires a little effort. After all, even the most well-made prosthetic can become discolored with time. But the good news is that keeping your false teeth looking as good as new is easier than you think!

Here are some tips for caring for your new dentures so they stay stain free, and how you can clean older prosthetics, so they look as white and shiny as the day you got them!

Another year is about to draw to a close, and that means the big reset on your dental insurance benefits is soon to follow! If you’ve been putting off getting a crown or other dental treatment, now is the time to act. Your benefits won’t roll over into the new year, so any unused coverage will disappear once the ball drops! Continue reading to see how a crown can make the most of your insurance and protect your smile.

Many patients with dental problems are unsure whether their condition constitutes an emergency and wait for an appointment to be seen. Unfortunately, doing so can potentially put your oral health at risk. For example, if your dental bridge has just fallen out, you might not think of it as urgent if you’re not hurting or bleeding.

However, the gap in your grin is vulnerable to infection or potential injury until your prosthetic is repaired or replaced, so you should schedule a visit as soon as possible. Continue reading to learn more about why your bridge may have become dislodged and how to safeguard your smile until you arrive for your appointment.

Dental emergencies can happen at any time, but you definitely don’t want to deal with one when you’re trying to have fun! With Halloween a little over a week away, now is the time to learn how to avoid an urgent dental problem on this creepy holiday! So, before you head out the door to that spooky soiree or to collect all that candy, here are some tips for safeguarding your smile from a dental emergency!