Advantages of Implant-retained Dentures Implant-retained dentures – an alternative to traditional removable dentures that rest on the gums – are fixed directly into the jawbone to provide more stability for everyday activities. Problems With Traditional Dentures Conventional dentures can slip or cause embarrassing clicking sounds while eating or speaking, and frequent adjustments and adhesives can… Read more »
Adults
Are Dental Implants Permanent?
Are Dental Implants Permanent? Missing teeth are more than a cosmetic inconvenience – they affect a person’s day-to-day life and leave people looking for a permanent solution. Are dental implants permanent? While every patient is unique, it is clear that dental implants offer the most permanent solution for missing teeth. Many of the dental implants first placed by… Read more »
Are Dental Implants Safe?
Are Dental Implants Safe? More people are looking to dental implant surgery to replace missing teeth. It’s natural to have questions before visiting with an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS). Dental implant surgery should be performed by an OMS, the surgical specialist of the dental profession. OMSs are extensively trained in the surgical placement of dental implants,… Read more »
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants? Whether you need to replace one tooth, several teeth or all your teeth, there is a dental implant solution for almost everyone. With the exception of growing children, dental implants are the solution of choice for people of all ages, even if they have any of these concerns:… Read more »
Dental Implant Surgery
Dental Implant Surgery
Dental Implants in Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate
Dental Implants in Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate Cleft lip and cleft palate are common birth defects that occur when the lips or palate are not fully fused during fetal development. The severity of the condition can range from a small notch in the lip to a complete separation of the lip and/or palate…. Read more »
Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Apnea
Diagnosing and Treating Sleep Apnea If you believe you may have obstructive sleep apnea, a visit to the oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS) is recommended for a complete examination and an accurate diagnosis. At your first visit, the doctor will take a medical history and perform a head and neck examination looking for problems that… Read more »
Does Insurance Cover Dental Implants
Does Insurance Cover Dental Implants After learning of the cost of dental implants, many patients have a single question: Are they covered by my insurance? While this might seem like a yes-or-no question, the answer is not so simple. Coverage of dental implant surgery can depend on whether medical insurance, dental insurance or both could… Read more »
How Do Dental Implants Work?
How Do Dental Implants Work? Dental implant surgery, performed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS), is the most permanent solution available for missing teeth as the implants integrate directly with a patient’s jawbone. Missing teeth are more than just a cosmetic issue; they affect how a person breathes, eats and drinks. What Are Dental… Read more »
How Much are Dental Implants?
How Much are Dental Implants? The total cost for dental implants will vary from person to person and should be discussed with the oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMS) who will be performing the procedure. Patients requiring a single implant in response to a facial injury or tooth loss should expect a different cost for their dental implant than someone receiving full-mouth dental… Read more »
