Dental implants are known for longevity, but this is one of many advantages you’ll discover with this tooth replacement option. Dental implants can indeed last for decades and sometimes for life. The secret to their longevity may be healthy habits and good choices.
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When you think of dental implants, you probably think of how they fill the gaps in your smile. But did you know that dental implants actually offer several health benefits you may not have been aware of? Here are some advantages dental implants in Charlotte, NC, offer that may surprise you.
When you lose a tooth, you also ...
Dental implants are a great option for replacing missing teeth and restoring your smile, but they may not be right for everyone.
A dental implant is a small titanium post that's implanted into the jawbone following the loss of a tooth. These posts are placed by a dentist in the hole left by the lost tooth, ...
Dental implants are always considered the gold standard in tooth replacement, especially for a front tooth. So, if possible, we recommend replacing your front tooth with an implant.
So you can understand the benefits of dental implants in Charlotte, let's start by discussing the difference between the two restorations.
A dental implant is the closest option to ...
If you are missing a tooth or must have a tooth removed, there are several options for replacing it. We generally recommend replacing a missing tooth for a few reasons. Firstly, you begin losing chewing power when you are missing teeth. All the teeth function together to tear and chew food. With one or several teeth missing, you have now ...
If you are faced with a compromised or failing tooth, it's important to weigh your options. If your tooth is already missing, you know how challenging a regular activity such as eating can be when you can't chew properly. It may also feel embarrassing interacting with others when you don't feel confident about your smile.
It's important to discuss replacing your ...
If you lost a tooth or have just gotten tired of looking at that gap between your teeth, many options exist to help you complete your smile again. Modern treatments gaining in popularity are dental implants, which we offer in our Charlotte, NC dental office.
Scientists are currently working on technology to re-grow teeth. Until then, dental implants are ...
Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option that dentistry has to offer; however, they are still widely misunderstood. If you have a tooth that is compromised or already missing, and you've wondered if dental implants are right for you, read on! Here are some of the common myths and facts about dental implants.
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Dr. Gentry is always searching for the latest and most effective techniques that will benefit her patients. With her already extensive experience in digital dentistry, she wanted to incorporate that technology into placing and restoring dental implants. To achieve this, she completed training in Computer Guided ...