How Long Does it Take to Get Permanent Dentures?

Firmly anchored to the jawbone by dental implants, permanent dentures offer patients replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth, sparing them the discomfort, dietary restrictions, bone loss and other common problems that come with wearing removable dentures. However, many patients are concerned about the length of time they’ll have to wait for those replacement teeth – after all, who wants to be toothless......
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Permanent Dentures Vs Removable Dentures

If you have lost all teeth in one jaw or both or have been recently informed by your dental care professional that total tooth loss is imminent, replacing your teeth as quickly as possible is probably high on your priority list. With total tooth loss, it’s a given that you’ll need a full denture – one that replaces and entire arch of teeth. However, what......
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Wisdom Teeth Removal: How to Know When the Time is Right for Your Child

Wisdom teeth, for the majority of people, will cause problems as they begin to develop in the late teens or early 20s.  The best time for wisdom teeth removal, oral surgeons will tell you, is before those problems begin. So how can a parent know when the time is right for their child to have wisdom teeth removal? By being proactive. Make sure that your......
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Dental Implants: What Qualifications Should You Look for in Your Surgeon?

Dental implants are a quite an investment in your oral health and appearance. Not only do they represent a significant investment in terms of time and money, they also have a much longer lifespan than any other dental restoration option available today – which means you’ll likely be living with the results of your implant placement surgery for decades. Of course, if you’re pleased with......
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What is the Cost of Wisdom Teeth Removal?

Wisdom teeth removal is a procedure that most people will have to undergo at some time in their lives, typically during the teen or early adult years. While third molars, or wisdom teeth that have plenty of room in the jaw to develop straight and strong don’t require removal, that isn’t the case for most people. More often than not, wisdom teeth cause problems. When......
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3 Ways Dental Implants Can Help Restore Your Smile

If you’ve had dental problems that have led to tooth loss, restoring your smile is a priority. After all, it is one of the first things people notice about you, so missing teeth can really do a number on your image – not to mention your self-image and confidence. If you’re exploring your options for replacing missing teeth, chances are your dental professional has mentioned......
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5 Advantages of Permanent Dentures Vs Removable Dentures

If you’re weighing your options for dental restoration after total tooth loosing one jaw or both, two of the more commonly offered alternatives are permanent, implant-supported dentures and traditional, removable ones. Of the two, permanent dentures are the option that are generally recommended by dental professionals, since implant-based restoration offers a number of important benefits that removable dentures cannot. Here are the top 5 advantages......
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How to Find the Best Oral Surgeon for Permanent Dentures

Permanent, implanted-supported dentures offer significant advantages over other common methods of restoring your smile after total tooth loss. They aid in preventing bone loss in the jaw, better preserving oral health and structure, as well as your appearance. They offer a much more natural look and feel than traditional dentures, and they offer better oral function in terms of biting, chewing and speaking. They last......
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How to Fix Loose Dentures

Loose dentures are a very common problem for individuals who wear traditional removable dentures. That’s because use of this type of denture leads to gradual bone loss in the jaw, which, in turn, causes changes in the shape and structure of the gum ridge that removable dentures rely upon for support and retention. The result is a gradual deterioration in the way dentures fit, allowing them......
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What to Expect After Wisdom Teeth Removal?

If you will be having your wisdom teeth out in the near future, chances are you have questions about what you can expect as you recover from wisdom teeth removal. Patients often wonder how they will feel after surgery, how much pain they’ll be in and just how long it will take to get back to normal after the procedure. While there isn’t a standard......
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