What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are permanent dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this message, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base […]
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Implant-Anchored Dentures Can Give You Back Your Life
Are you one of the many denture wearers in Cary? Do your dentures decrease your quality of life? If so, we offer our condolences. For some people, dentures are only slightly better than a toothless mouth. The dilemmas never end… They make normal eating hard. They make speaking difficult. And they constantly rub against your gums […]
Tooth Implants: What is All-on-4?
The All-on-4 dental implant method is sold by Nobel Biocare. It’s a brand name of both the actual posts and the implantation technique. Four implants are placed in one jaw (upper or lower). The four teeth implants support the anchored (non-removable) denture. How is the All-on-4 system different than conventional implants? The primary difference is […]
Dental Implants Play a Starring Role in Makeovers and Mouth Reconstruction
If you’ve looked at before and after photos of our patients, you know that tooth implants transform smiles. As such, they are commonly used in both smile makeovers and full mouth reconstruction. Dental implants restore form and function In other words, tooth implants have beauty and brawn. The fact that dental implants are both cosmetic and […]
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some individuals considering whether to get an implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions commonly asked about implant placements and airport security. […]
Can You Completely Restore a Smile With Several Missing Teeth?
Dental techniques and materials have advanced to a point where total and near-total mouth reconstruction is possible right here in the Raleigh area. Tooth Roots Permanently Anchored Unlike standard removable dentures, total mouth reconstruction requires strong, functional, and aesthetically pleasing teeth with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone. You have probably heard about dental […]
What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Implants?
For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance companies don’t cover teeth implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurers rarely make coverage decisions based on what […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Are tooth implants too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants are an investment in an improved lifestyle Dental implants aren’t cheap. We understand that. But you […]
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
No. Tooth implants have been placed in millions of men and women. Some studies have revealed a success rate as high as 98%. Dental implants have been perfected and tested If you don’t follow the dental industry, you may not be aware that implants have been used since the 1960’s. According to the American Academy […]
Why The Tooth Implant Timeline is Necessary
If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most individuals with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is essential. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is […]
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