November 26, 2018
In recent years, researchers and medical professionals have found a surprising connection between heart health and dental health. Although poor oral health has not been proven to cause heart disease, studies indicate that there may be a connection. So, beyond living a healthy lifestyle and making good diet choices, maintaining your smile could help in […]
November 13, 2018
Although the majority of dental implantations are conducted with little to no complications, a few issues can arise that make the dental implant process more difficult and in some cases impossible. One such problem is when patients have a soft bone environment. Soft-quality bone lacks some of the properties that make it more resistant to […]
October 31, 2018
For more than 40 years, dental implants have been used to replace missing teeth, often with more practical and aesthetically pleasing results than removable or fixed partial dentures. In fact, the success rate for implants rivals or exceeds that of fixed partial dentures. However, many dental practices and patients have avoided implants because, traditionally, the […]
October 17, 2018
The implant abutment is an essential component in the entire implant system. It’s the connector that joins the implant to the replacement tooth or crown. When dental clinicians place a crown on an implant abutment, it’s quite a different process than positioning a crown on a natural tooth. When choosing implant components, finding ones that […]
October 10, 2018
It’s a common concern for people with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes to contemplate whether dental implants will have a positive or negative impact on their health. While the procedure is not impossible for people with the disease, you must know you are at a higher risk of implant failure. It’s suggested for people […]
October 3, 2018
Adequate bone support is one of the premier concerns of all clinicians performing dental implants. After all, if there’s not enough bone, it may disrupt proper osseointegration between it and the dental implant. A narrow dental ridge presents a serious challenge for clinicians seeking to provide patients with successful placement of implants. When a patient […]