What is a Dental Implant Abutment?
A dental implant abutment is the prosthetic part that connects the dental implant to a crown, fixed bridge or removable denture. The dental implant abutment is required to fasten your [...]
Should I Use a Fixed Bridge or a Dental Implant to Replace One Missing Tooth?
When you are missing a tooth, it is not a happy time for your mouth... An ugly gap appears. You start to make whistling sounds. Your teeth may shift causing [...]
Types of Bone Grafts for Dental Implants
Bone grafts for dental implants are classified by the source where the graft was obtained. We previously covered bone grafting and the reasons for needing bone grafting for dental implants. [...]
Do I Need a Bone Graft for Dental Implants?
A bone graft in dentistry is the process by which a dentist applies material inside your mouth to regenerate (or re-grow) new bone. The bone graft is inserted underneath the [...]
What is a Sinus Lift?
This term is actually an incorrect anatomical term. The more proper professional term is subantral graft. Sub means below and antral means sinus. This type of bone graft lengthens bone [...]
Shockingly Painful Lower Dentures
“Why does my lower denture hurt when I bite down?" inquired a patient named Emily. Emily had a new lower denture that caused pain every time she bit down on [...]
If Your Teeth are Temperature Sensitive
What is temperature sensitivity? When your teeth detect changes in temperature, both cold and/or hot; it's the discomfort you feel when you eat, drink and breathe. It can either be [...]
Beware of H. Pylori Mouth and Stomach Infections
This is a series of scientific review articles that I will be sharing with you regarding research findings related to the danger of this relatively unknown bacteria – Helicobacter pylori. [...]
Fixing Cracks in Your Teeth
What are cracks? A crack, also known as a fracture, is a vertical or horizontal line(s) in your teeth, above and below the gum line. Cracks can be visible or [...]