Partial Denture OptionsAcrylic “Flipper” (1-3 teeth) Made of hard acrylic and wire claspsClasps can be adjusted to control tightness of fitNot designed to be used for eatingMeant to be an…
A porcelain bridge is a permanent way to replace missing teeth. A bridge consists of at least two crowns (called “retainer crowns”), one on each side of the empty space,…
Possible causes of a loose implant crown: Loose implant screw (we hope this is the case because it’s USUALLY simple to resolve)Broken implant screwBroken abutment (the part that connects the…
Implant-Retained Dentures Retention poses a significant challenge for many who use dentures. Denture retention relies almost entirely on the contact and friction between the inside surface of the denture and…
Implant Procedure Before discussing the implant process timeline, it’s important you understand the components of a dental implant. There are three main components: the implant body, the implant abutment and…
If you are planning on replacing an extracted tooth with an implant, it is strongly recommended to place a bone graft and membrane in the extraction site the same day…
Cracked-tooth syndrome describes symptoms that result from a fractured tooth. These symptoms usually involve pain or discomfort that’s provoked only when biting or eating, and can also be accompanied by…
If a tooth is visibly fractured, or if a large portion of the natural tooth is missing due to decay or an existing filling, it may be recommended to place…
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is directly related to stress and can cause a myriad of dental problems. If you suffer from bruxism, you may have experienced earaches, headaches, neck aches,…
Many patients ask, “Should I get my wisdom teeth extracted?” Wisdom teeth, or the third set of molars, are often extracted for a number of reasons. For most people, their…
