There are different levels of tooth infections, ranging from cavities to pulpitis and eventually an abscess. Poor dental hygiene can allow plaque to build up and form cavities on the surface of your teeth. Tooth injury and dental procedures can also lead to tooth fractures that trap bacteria and allow plaque to build up. Cavities …

What happens during dental implant consultation? During your consultation, the dentist will physically examine the gap in your mouth where you’re planning to get a dental implant placed, and also capture the necessary dental imaging including X-rays, CT scans, and/or panoramic films. These assessments check the quality and quantity of jawbone, and may influence whether …

Dental emergencies normally happen because of accidents, neglect of dental issues, and as a reaction to earlier dental treatments. You will need an emergency dentist anytime you experience a serious dental issue before your next scheduled visit with your dentist. You should never delay an appointment with an emergency dentist once you know you need …

Since the invention of implant dentistry in the 1950s, dental implants have provided patients with a more reliable option to replace one or more missing teeth permanently, allowing them to enjoy the same long-term stability and ease of maintenance associated with natural teeth.  Getting a dental implant for a tooth replacement gives you a similar …

Dental crowns or caps are a common dental prosthesis used to restore decayed, damaged, or missing teeth. When repairing a tooth with dental crowns, the dentist has to first file down the decayed or damaged tooth structure so it can accommodate the dental crown without it being over size as this could affect your bite. …

Since the invention of implant dentistry in the 1950s, dental implants have provided patients with a more reliable option to replace one or more missing teeth permanently, allowing them to enjoy the same long-term stability and ease of maintenance associated with natural teeth.  Getting a dental implant for a tooth replacement gives you a similar …

Dental implants can be successful in over 95% of cases, but they may not be a viable option for everyone. To begin with, good dental health and general wellness are needed to ensure proper recovery after surgery. Secondly, dental implants cost more than fixed bridges or removable partial dentures-so it’s important to consider the pros …

A tooth infection occurs when bacteria infects the inside of your tooth (pulp), resulting in a condition known as pulpitis. If not treated promptly, the infection may spread to surrounding areas of the tooth, causing pus to collect in the tooth or surrounding gum pockets. This is known as an abscess. Tooth infections can be …

What is a bone graft? If the implant site has signs of bone loss after tooth extraction, your dentist may place a cadaver or synthetic bone at the site in order to build up the bone tissue and achieve a solid base to support the implant. This process is referred to as alveolar bone grafting, …

Teeth Implants FAQ Are you thinking about starting a teeth implant treatment to replace your missing teeth? Here are common questions asked by our patients and the short answers we provided. What are teeth implants? Simply put, teeth implants are artificial tooth roots inserted into your jawbone to take the place of missing roots. If …