The process known as osseonintegration is fascinating, and it is a field that has many uses. This action involves your bone matter fusing and growing with titanium, as if the metal were your own biological material. Doctors use this for the advancement of prosthetics, and its use in limbs has truly furthered our abilities in… Read more »
Often, people can get overwhelmed at the prospect of having a tooth replaced with a dental implant. This can only be magnified for those individuals needing multiple replacement prosthetics. And so many people ignore their problem because they feel the short-term hassle is worth the long-term solution. Well, implants have never been more affordable and… Read more »
For many people, an entire new set of prosthetic teeth are necessary. Historically, that has meant dentures, connected to the mouth through an adhesive. These can sometimes be uncomfortable, and lead to jaw bone loss. With the advent of dental implant technology, we can do so much more now! For many patients, the solution is… Read more »
Whether you are getting a single tooth replaced or an entire mouth, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to make sure your dental implant operation is successful. Your teeth face the world and they’re your first interaction with new people. In today’s blog, your Newport Beach dentist gives you some… Read more »
You may have heard about what is called an “All On Four” procedure. Understandably, the name can be a bit confusing to some people. What it refers to is a set of dentures that utilize a newer method of attachment. Unlike traditional dentures. these are teeth designed to attach to the jaw bone itself. Unlike… Read more »
Whenever you have decided to get implants, there is always a period of preparation. Whether you are getting a single tooth replaced or an entire mouth, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to make sure your operation is successful. So here are a few tips on how to best prepare… Read more »
Fixed dentures, also known as implant-supported or “all-on-4” dentures, are prosthetic attachments for those in need of a whole new set of teeth. Rather than rely upon traditional adhesives, these are teeth designed to attach to the jaw bone itself. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist discusses whether this procedure might be of benefit to… Read more »
Though you may feel as though you are taking every step in the book to keep your smile healthy and happy, it is important to note that dental emergencies and accidents can occur at any given time. Indeed, it is important to come prepared in the event of an accident, but a strong foundation of… Read more »
If you have a missing tooth — whether from extraction or damage — you likely want to have it replaced as soon as possible. There are several ways of accomplishing this: a dental bridge or dentures, for example, can provide a new, prosthetic tooth. Though aesthetically effective, these methods can leave something desired, as they… Read more »
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