| Bone Grafting |
A bone graft may be indicated when the alveolar bone surrounding a tooth root is compromised or lost. Bone grafting entails the placement of new bone material, which may be autogenous (harvested from the patient), allogenic (donor-derived), or synthetic. ...
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| Bridge versus Dental Implant |
When comparing bridges and dental implants, consider their pros and cons. ...
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| Bridge |
A bridge is a fixed dental restoration designed to replace one or more missing teeth by permanently attaching an artificial tooth to adjacent natural teeth. The bridge spans the gap created by missing teeth and is anchored to the surrounding “abutment” teeth. ...
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| Cleaning |
Dental cleaning examinations may or may not require x-rays; if necessary, they are provided at no additional cost and only when indicated. ...
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CLEANING (Deep Dleaning): Periodontal scaling and root planing
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Periodontal scaling and root planing—collectively referred to as “deep cleaning”—are priced according to the dental quadrant treated. Gum disease involves inflammation of the gingival tissue, potentially affecting teeth and supporting bone. ...
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| Crowns |
Dental crowns, are permanent prosthetics cemented onto teeth or implants. They strengthen damaged teeth, improve appearance and bite, and prevent shifting. Crowns cover most of a tooth's exposed part and resist decay, though decay can still occur at the gum line. ...
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| Dentures |
A denture is a removable device used to replace extracted teeth, typically made from an acrylic base with resin or porcelain teeth. Fitting dentures can require several adjustments; eating cracker sandwiches during appointments can help highlight areas that cause discomfort. ...
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| Effects of missing teeth |
Many people encounter impacts related to missing teeth. In the past, tooth extraction was a routine dental practice, especially for posterior teeth. Current research indicates that this approach may lead to several subsequent effects. ...
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| Extractions |
Whether you’ve had a tooth extraction due to decay, gum disease, physical trauma, or tooth crowding, the recovery process can be hard to deal with. Even a simple wisdom tooth extraction has a recovery time of almost 2 weeks. ...
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| Implants |
Historically, treatment options for missing teeth were limited to bridges and dentures. Today, dental implants have become a prevalent solution. Their natural look, feel, and function have established dental implants as a leading standard in tooth restoration. ...
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| Recovery after oral surgery |
Prioritize your recovery by following your dentist's or surgeon’s post-op instructions to avoid infection or trauma. ...
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| Root Canal |
A root canal treatment is a dental procedure designed to remove inflamed
or infected pulp from inside a tooth. After removal, the tooth canal is
cleaned, disinfected, filled, and sealed. The purpose of this procedure
is to eradicate bacteria from the affected root canal, prevent further
infection, and preserve the tooth. ...
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