The quest to restore missing teeth is almost as old as history itself. Archeological excavations have unearthed dentures dating back to 700 BCE, when the Etruscans created crude initial forms of dentures using ivory as a base, into which animal and human teeth were fastened. In fact, despite the persistent myth that George Washington had…
Having a beautiful smile is a powerful boost to self-confidence — and can open doors in many aspects of your life! But the bright, perfect “movie star” smile that’s so desirable can’t always be achieved by best oral health practices alone. Fortunately, a smile makeover is designed to give you what nature didn’t — or…
All-on-Four is a revolutionary procedure for people missing multiple teeth, as it replaces the entire row, or arch, where your natural teeth once were. Usually, when a single tooth has been extracted, your dentist can fit you with a dental implant that secures the replacement tooth to your jaw. However, in years past, the only…
You might hear the word surgery and feel nervous, but we assure you that there’s nothing to be nervous about when it comes to dental implant surgery. Dental implants have become a very common and routine dental procedure supported by modern dental treatment techniques. Dental implants can be an option for those who want to…
Dental implants are a common procedure designed to improve the functionality of your teeth with artificial replacements. While they are similar to dentures or dental bridges, dental implants provide more comfortable and secure options for those who may not have enough remaining roots for damaged or lost teeth. All surgeries involve varying periods of discomfort…
Dental implants are a routine restorative dental procedure. Anyone can potentially need an implant for any number of reasons—including major tooth injury, tooth decay or sudden tooth loss. Today’s dental implants are designed to blend in with your natural teeth and can provide an alternative to dentures or bridgework that do not fit well, as…
