In a previous blog post, we discussed all of the interesting things that could cause gum recession. From smoking and grinding to orthodontics and toothbrushing, we discussed the research that explains why these things cause the gums to go away. Once patients are diagnosed with gum recession, the next question becomes “what can I do […]
Gum recession is a major concern for many of our patients due to the poor esthetics and the possibility of sensitivity and decay. Studies have shown that 50% of people between 18-64 years of age have one or more sites with recession and 23.8 million people have one or more tooth surfaces with greater than […]
Caring for Dental Implants at Home: As Dr. Stanley explains in the video, dental implants shouldn’t be tough to clean if they’re done properly. However, it is very important to properly clean and take care of your dental implants for them to be successful over time, as is the case with your natural teeth.
Simply stated, yes! Titanium dental implants are safe and effective. They have been used for over 50 years and have been studied extensively over this period. However, that is not to say that there are no risks or complications that jeopardize the success of titanium dental implants. As research and development in dental implant materials […]