Dental Essentials Blog

Failure Is an Option: How to Recognize a Failing Dental Implant

March 8, 2024

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concerned implant patient holding his face in the dentist’s chair

As you look into your options for tooth replacement, you weigh the pros and cons of a traditional choice like dentures or a bridge as well as more advanced dental implants. Not only can implant-retained restorations give you more biting force and preserve your facial shape, but they don’t involve modifying remaining teeth and last a long, long time.

With a success rate of 95 percent 10 years after placement, getting dental implants can seem like a sure bet. However, failure is possible with neglect, which may make you hesitate to choose them. What does a failing dental implant look like? What should you do if you see the signs? What can you do to avoid this fate? Keep reading for the answers!

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Should Healthy Teeth Ever Be Replaced with Dental Implants?

February 7, 2024

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model of dental implant

If you’re familiar with dental implants, you likely know about their remarkable ability to restore missing teeth completely. By integrating into the jawbone, they can fully rejuvenate the appearance, feeling, and function of a smile, providing outstanding and unparalleled advantages. However, the question remains: is it ever wise to replace healthy teeth with dental implants, or is it better to preserve natural teeth for as long as possible? Read on to discover more.

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Loose Dental Implant? Here’s What You Should Do.

January 8, 2024

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Woman with dental emergency in dentist’s chairDental implants provide the most predictable results when treating tooth loss. They have over a 95% success rate and can last for 30 years or longer. Your dentist will place a titanium post into your jawbone to serve as a tooth root. An abutment is connected to the post to support your prosthetic tooth. After your jawbone fuses with your implant, it should never feel loose. If your dental implant wiggles, it’s a sign you need to contact your dentist immediately. 

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Why Teeth Whitening and Cavities Are a Dangerous Combination

December 4, 2023

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patient undergoing teeth whitening

In the year 2020, a staggering 37 million Americans employed tooth whiteners to enhance their smiles. While these products prove beneficial in eliminating teeth stains and imparting a healthy radiance to your smile, their incorrect use can lead to more harm than good. Understanding the potential risks to your teeth and the significance of consulting with your dentist before proceeding is crucial in ensuring the proper use of teeth whitening products.

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Teeth Whitening Woes: 3 Reasons to See Your Dentist First

November 14, 2023

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Man with dark hair having in-office teeth whitening procedure

Many people with darkened teeth feel so self-conscious about the state of their smile that it impacts their daily lives. No one wants to feel unworthy or anxious about how others perceive them every time they open their mouths, after all. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry can help! Teeth whitening is a simple and effective way to enhance your grin after years’ worth of consuming foods and beverages that have left them looking discolored. It’s easy to find commercially available products that claim to lighten your pearly whites but using them can sometimes be risky to your oral health. Keep reading to learn 3 reasons why!

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Can Store-Bought Teeth Whitening Products Be Dangerous?

October 13, 2023

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Smile full of white teeth

People have sought to make their smiles whiter for thousands of years, and today they can find more teeth whitening options than they ever could before. A quick trip to the store or pharmacy might lead you to find a plethora of products that claim to give users a whiter smile, but can they deliver? Here’s what you should know about these store-bought solutions and why you’re better off getting a teeth whitening treatment from a dental professional.

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3 Reasons You Need a Healthy Mouth Before Cosmetic Dentistry

September 12, 2023

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Woman with light brown hair sitting in dental chair smiling at the dentist who is holding cleaning instruments near her mouth

If you’re unhappy with aesthetic imperfections in your teeth, you’re not alone! Cosmetic dentistry has been helping patients achieve their ideal smiles for decades. If you have a stained, cracked, or crooked tooth, all you have to do is call the dentist for a consultation! Before they proceed with any cosmetic treatments, they’ll need to address any existing oral health concerns. Though the wait can be frustrating, it’s important that your mouth is free of potential problems before other changes are made. Keep reading to learn 3 reasons why!

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Why Are My Lower Dentures Loose?

August 15, 2023

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Set of dentures sitting on a reflective gray surface

Eating and speaking are especially challenging if you have missing teeth, and dentures are a popular solution for addressing this. Not only do they help you perform daily tasks, but they do it while simultaneously restoring the appearance of your smile!

Though they come with many benefits, it’s frustrating when your dentures come loose. Lower dentures are often particularly troublesome. Keep reading to learn more about what might be causing them to become dislodged and what you can do about it.

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Should You Choose a Male or Female Dentist?

July 13, 2023

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female dentist smiling while holding drill

When it comes to dental care, patients have a plethora of options available to them. One aspect that’s gaining attention in recent times is the patient’s preference for a female dentist. While gender should not be the sole factor in choosing a healthcare professional, it’s essential to dive into the reasons patients might lean towards female dentists and understand why, ultimately, the quality of care provided should be the decisive factor.

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Do You Still Need a Root Canal if Your Tooth Pain Stops?

June 22, 2023

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person wondering if they still need root canal

A severe toothache can arise from various causes, and one of them is a tooth infection. This happens when bacteria penetrate the tooth and reach its pulp, often stemming from an untreated cavity. To eliminate the infection and salvage the tooth, root canal therapy becomes necessary. While pain is a typical symptom of a tooth infection, there are instances where it may seemingly vanish unexpectedly. Continue reading as we explore what this means and why root canal therapy remains essential despite the temporary relief from pain.

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