Some 30 percent of Americans report feelings of dental anxiety. Whether a fear of pain, drills or needles, going to the dentist can be a daunting prospect, especially when oral surgery is involved. If you’re scheduled for dental implant surgery and getting anxious about the procedure, we hope the following information can put your mind … Continued

Whether caused by periodontal disease, injury, genetic anomalies or other causes requiring extraction, missing teeth are a multi-faceted concern for patients of all ages. Even just one lost tooth can dramatically alter your appearance, affecting one’s self-esteem and willingness to smile. But it isn’t just aesthetics that worries dentists and oral surgeons. Tooth loss can … Continued

Teeth fall out for a variety of reasons but are most commonly lost through trauma, tooth decay, or gum disease. Teeth can also be missing from birth due to genetic propensities that run in families. You may be weighing the hassle and cost of getting a new tooth with the risk of doing nothing. The … Continued

Dental implants are considered the treatment of choice when it comes to replacing missing teeth in adults. But what about children or adolescents who have lost one or more teeth due to traumatic injury or a congenital condition? Are dental implants a viable option for this young age group?   Age is just one of … Continued

Dental implants are stronger than natural teeth and last for many years because they are not susceptible to decay or disease. Even so, it is important to take good care of dental implants at home if you don’t want to end up back in the oral surgeon’s office getting replacement implants. At Innovative Implants & … Continued

Every individual at every stage of life deserves to have good oral health. Unfortunately, millions have missing teeth. Edentulism affects quality of life as well as oral health and overall wellness. Dental implants have long been considered a superior treatment option for edentulism compared to dentures. Unlike dentures, dental implants are securely anchored into the … Continued

A missing tooth can negatively impact one’s self-esteem and confidence, especially when it’s one of your front teeth. Fortunately, implant dentistry has come a long way in recent years, providing patients with excellent options for single and multiple tooth replacement. Options for single tooth replacement   If a tooth is knocked out in an accident … Continued

Not only can a smile makeover increase your confidence, but an investment in the appearance of your teeth can pay untold dividends in all facets of your life. If you’ve been considering transforming your smile with dental implants, here are just a few of the wonderful benefits you can expect to enjoy once your procedure … Continued

According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, about three million people in the U.S. have a dental implant. The figure is rising by roughly 500,000 every year. Dental implants are a state-of-the-art solution for replacing missing or badly decayed teeth. Implants feel and function like normal teeth. “All-on-4” implants, also known as “same day … Continued