What Are Mini Dental Implants, and When Are They Used?

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Your oral surgeon has numerous options when it comes to replacing teeth in your mouth. Full dental implants may not be suitable for every patient and situation. Even if you are not a candidate for a full dental implant, you may still be able to receive a mini-implant, which can help you obtain a new smile and the appearance that you want. Mini dental implants can allow more people to receive the benefits of an implant beyond those who may[…] Read More

All-on-4 Dental Implants: A Complete Solution for Full Arch Restoration

You may need to fully restore the entirety of your upper or lower teeth. Ordinarily, you would need a separate implant for each tooth in your mouth. However, there are solutions available to you that allow you to restore a full arch without an individual implant in each location. All-on-4 dental implants may be the exact option for you and your situation.  All-on-4 Implants Are a Comprehensive Solution for Extensive Tooth Loss The normal full arch dental implant procedure would[…] Read More

Can a Wisdom Tooth Cause an Infection?

Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars that develop late in the teen years or young adults in their 20s. For some people, wisdom teeth are not an issue, but they are problematic and cause infections for others. Because the wisdom teeth are so far back in the mouth, they can be challenging to clean. Most people do not have room for the wisdom teeth to erupt and align themselves properly with the other teeth. They may come in[…] Read More

Dental Implants for Active Lifestyles

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If you lead an active lifestyle, it can be detrimental to your oral health if you have missing teeth. Your oral health is crucial to an active lifestyle. You may put yourself at an increased risk of both injuries and illness if you have poor oral health. Furthermore, you may not have the confidence to engage in an active lifestyle if you have missing teeth. Dental problems could result in inflammation, an increased risk of infection, and chronic pain. You[…] Read More

Can You Be Too Young for Dental Implants?

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Missing teeth can affect anyone, children included. The difference between children and adults is that the latter are often more suitable candidates for dental implant surgery. While some people may be too young for dental implants, a surgeon can still either prescribe a course of treatment or monitor the situation until you are ready for dental implants. The Jawbone Must Be Able to Support Dental Implants Dental implants are only suitable for patients who have a jawbone that is strong[…] Read More

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