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Some patients may consult with a prosthodontist to treat complex, multi-factorial problems that require a combination of interventions to address. Such a full-mouth restoration may correct issues with the teeth, such as damaged or missing teeth, or malocclusions that cause problems such as discomfort or difficulty chewing. Patients may pursue full-mouth restoration in a…
DetailsDo your fear that your dentures might slide or move during meals? Dentures lose stability over time, especially because our jawbones deteriorate after tooth loss. There is a way to increase the stability of dentures and improve oral function. Implant supported dentures, or “All-on-4”, is a method of securing dentures to dental implants for increased…
DetailsCosmetic veneers can be used to correct a variety of aesthetic flaws in the smile, and a prosthodontist can use this treatment option to enhance many patients’ smiles. If you are considering getting veneers, you should understand how they may be used in your case and be aware of what to expect during…
DetailsTooth loss is very traumatic. Living without teeth is isolating, difficult, and unsettling. Beyond the psychological ramifications of losing teeth, people’s oral health and wellbeing suffers as well. This is why treating tooth loss as soon as possible with dental implants or other prosthetics is so important. Following are some of the most common reasons…
DetailsStudies are continuing to show a strong correlation between oral health and general health, so it should come as no surprise that a healthy mouth is important for more than just a pretty smile. Neglecting your oral health can derail your efforts to live a healthy life style. Poor dental hygiene produces consequences that…
DetailsFor patients that have experienced tooth loss or are faced with having teeth extracted, there is apprehension about what to do in the interim without teeth. How do you eat or go out in public? The concerns become reality. With the All-on-4 dental treatment plan, the patient will have dental implants and immediate placement of…
DetailsDentures are designed to replace teeth lost to trauma, decay, or disease. If teeth are to be extracted, adding dentures will likely enhance your appearance as your new teeth will be made to look great. If teeth have been missing, adding teeth will certainly make you look and feel better than you did when teeth…
DetailsSleep apnea is a condition where the individual’s sleep is interrupted throughout the night due to a blockage of the airway. This blockage is due to soft tissue in the mouth or throat that collapses preventing oxygen from reaching the brain. This signals the brain, and the patient awakens often with a snorting or coughing…
DetailsHas your oral healthcare provider recommended that you receive a tooth extraction? Perhaps your dentist has suggested that you visit a specialist like a prosthodontist to review your tooth replacement options after treatment. Whatever the case might be, if you have an upcoming tooth extraction, you probably have some questions. Following are answers to some…
DetailsGetting dental implants is often an exciting endeavor for patients who are eager to restore a complete smile, but it also entails some planning for before and after the procedure. For example, patients should be prepared to miss a couple days of work following dental implant placement. However, most people recover rather quickly and are…
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