There are a few different options for replacing lost teeth. When one or more teeth are missing or need to be extracted due to damage or decay, it is in your best interest to replace them. Replacing lost teeth allows you to chew effectively and eat the foods you enjoy and need for proper nutrition. […]
Gum disease is the second most common oral health problem affecting Americans, after tooth decay. Nearly 50% of adults between the ages of 45 and 64 have some degree of gum disease. However, many people are not aware that they have it because they don’t know how to recognize the signs. Here are the top […]
Wisdom teeth, the third set of molars that develop in the late teenage or early adult years, most often need to be removed. These large molars tend to cause problems as most people don’t have room in their mouth for them. As humans have evolved, our eating habits have changed and we no longer need […]
When bone loss occurs in the jaw it can cause a variety of problems from lack of support for your teeth to changes in facial structure. But bone loss can be reversed with bone grafting, a procedure that strengthens and regenerates lost bone tissue. It is often used in preparation for the placement of dental […]