Periodontal disease is the infection of the structures around the teeth with bacteria. Common early signs of the disease include swollen and bleeding gums. If left untreated, periodontal disease can destroy the structures that support your teeth in the jaw bone, causing your teeth to become so loose they have to be removed. Here are
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The biggest question on most people’s minds who have missing teeth is what can I do to restore my natural smile? There are a number of options that are out there for you from traditional dentures to implants to implant-supported dentures. Traditional dentures that sit on top of your gums are available but can cause
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In today’s dental world, there are many popular treatments available for patients looking to improve their smile. Some are better options than others, depending on what your preferences are and what your budget is. We’ll explore how these options differ from veneers, one of the most popular dental treatments today. Veneers are thin pieces of
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The classic cultural stereotype of a root canal is painful and even unnecessary is false. Root canals are a safe, routine procedure that is designed to prevent decay from spreading. Ignoring a decaying tooth can lead to a greater problem with the formation of abscesses in the jaw, which can severely impact your quality of
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There are often a lot of confusing dental and medical terms that are used around the process of getting a dental implant placed. One of the most common words is “osteointegration” or sometimes called “Osseointegration.” Both mean the same thing: the connection between living bone tissue and the surface of an implant. When it comes
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When it comes to dental implants, there are a wide variety of options to choose from. The choices can be overwhelming, but here are some options that can help you make a decision. Today we will be looking at one particular brand: Hiossen implants. Why? Hiossen implants are developed by Hiossen Implants one of the
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A common question when it comes to implants is what exactly rare they made out of? While there are a variety of materials used to make the crown of the implant – the crown is the tooth-like portion that forms the top of the implant – the actual metal post that is set into the
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When trying to solve the problem of whether or not to replace a tooth with a bridge or an implant, a lot of questions come up on what option works best for you. While your dentist can recommend a good option for you, the best option for replacing a missing tooth is getting an implant.
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Flossing is an often overlooked component of many people’s daily oral health routine, but flossing may be one of the most important things that you do. Flossing allows you to get the remaining two sides of your teeth, ensuring they are thoroughly cleaned and free of cavity-causing plaque build up. Here are just some of
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The sharp pang of pain when biting down, the throbbing in your jaw that just won’t go away – these are all signs that you need to see your dentist and quick. But, just as often you may have a cavity that needs to be filled and not know about it. There are a number
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