There are a number of options for restoring your smile after losing one or more teeth, each designed according to the amount of teeth lost and their pattern within your mouth. However, dental crowns, bridges, and partial/full dentures focus only on replacing the crowns, or visible portions, of your teeth, which is necessary to once… Read more »
Category: Dental Implants
Sheridan Dentist Explains How Dentures Compare to Dental Implants
Tooth Replacement Security One of the biggest fears associated with dentures is the mortifying possibility of them falling out. Dentures are notorious for slipping or shifting during chewing or speaking. These dental restorations are often held by suction in your mouth or messy denture pastes. Dental implants alleviate these fears by securing your tooth replacement… Read more »
Dental Implant FAQs
Why is replacing a missing tooth important? Missing teeth create a domino effect of oral health problems. All of your teeth are placeholders in your smile. Each tooth has a specific function and is shaped and located specifically for that purpose. When the tooth is missing, the surrounding teeth can become unstable in their positions…. Read more »
“Where Can I Get Veneers in Sheridan, Wyoming?”
You have probably heard about porcelain veneers in the news. Maybe you heard that a celebrity or famous person you admire got their nearly perfect smile from cosmetic dentistry. With widespread availability and financing methods, many more people are able to afford and receive procedures than ever before. Cosmetic dental procedures are for everyday people,… Read more »
The History of Dental Implants
Did you know that dental implants date back to 600 A.D.? In 1931, archaeologists uprooted a piece of mandible (human jaw) that had three shards of shell in line with the jaw’s natural teeth. It is considered to be evidence of the first successful dental implant operation in the world. Because the jaw was found… Read more »
Boost Your Appearance, Health, and Self Esteem with Dental Implants
When you have a missing tooth, your smile, oral health, and self esteem can suffer. You may experience dietary restrictions, speaking difficulties, and jaw bone degeneration. Additionally, people who do not replace missing teeth are also at higher risk for losing more teeth in the next four to eight years.
Dental implants can restore missing teeth, as well as health and vitality to your smile.
Quiz: Do You Need Dental Implants?
If you’re one of the 69% of adults who have lost one or more teeth, dental implant research should be on your to-do list. The more you know about oral health and treatment options, the better you’ll feel about making decisions at the dentist’s office. This short quiz will help you decide whether it’s time for a dental implant consultation at Grinnell Street Dental.