Category Archives: Comprehensive Dentistry

Restoration of any patient to a level of health, comfort, function and esthetics to the extent posssible guided by the patients wants and ability.

Types of Dental Implants : Subperiosteal

Subperiosteal These dental implants are used more often to secure a complete lower denture for those with extensive bone loss. They have been used for upper jaws and for partial tooth replacement. They are ALWAYS custom made. Prior to extensive … Continue reading

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Why Are 3D Digital Images Useful?

“3D x-rays yield a wealth of information that is used to precisely plan for treatment before any procedures begin. Your anatomy, seen in three dimensions, can be enlarged, rotated, and divided in any direction, thus revealing potential problem areas during … Continue reading

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What is a Dental Implant?

Think of dental implants as metal anchors, usually made of titanium, that are surgically placed into the jawbone to hold permeant replacement teeth or dentures. Through a process called “osteointergration,” the jawbone actually attaches itself to the implant over time, … Continue reading

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Are You A Dental Implant Candidate?

Who Is an Dental Implant Candidate?  If you’re interested in replacing a missing tooth or teeth, dental implants may be an option for you. Most people are good candidates for dental implants. A good candidate should have the following: Healthy … Continue reading

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Benefits of Dental Implants

*Because dental implants are patterned after the structure of your natural teeth, they provide a highly stable support system for the replacement teeth or dentures.  Other benefits include: Improved biting pressure.  Healthy teeth are able to absorb over 500 pounds … Continue reading

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Article found in Dental Economics 1991

Implant Team Approach Not the Best Option *I was intrigued to read your article on the team approach to dental implant treatment.  You covered everything based on dental economics very well.  The only thing missing was the subtitle that could … Continue reading

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