I’m really embarrassed and think I’m in trouble. I think that I finally found the best implant dentist in my area, but I’m afraid he will not see me. I have been doing a lot of research and had had several consultations. I need four teeth replaced with dental implants and I felt like I […]
What do I do about a broken dental implant?
I am so sick of dealing with my dental implant problems! My dentist convinced me that a dental implant was the best option to replace my missing tooth, which had been gone for over 10 years. He explained that there was bone loss near the site, so the first step was going to require bone […]
Problems with my dental implants.
I had two dental implants done and one of the crowns became loose. So, I made an appointment right away with the implant dentist and he told me that everything looked fine with the placement of the implant and said that the crown just needed to be re-cemented. Then, he tried to remove the crown […]
There is gray around my dental implants!
It’s been about a month since my dental implant surgery took place. Things seemed to go well. But, I’m starting to notice a grayish color develop around the site. Is this something to be concerned about? Do you think it could have been from lesser quality materials? Please tell me you have some answers. -Ben […]
Refused by the best implant dentist. Now what?
My daughter was just refused by the best implant dentist in the area. I am feeling hopeless and quite honestly, angry about his refusal. My daughter is an adult and has Down Syndrome. She lives independently for the most part. She is employed and involved in activities. But, she still lives at home. I am […]
Do I have to have a CT scan for dental implants?
I am missing several teeth and am interested in dental implants. When I saw my dentist for a complimentary consultation, he recommended that I have x-rays done, as well as a CT scan. I was wondering if they can just use the x-rays they have on file because I recently had them done. It couldn’t […]
Do I really have to quit smoking for a dental implant?
I have been into my dentist to discuss my options to replace a missing tooth. After listening to all my options, it sounds like the dental implant is the best replacement option for the long term. But my dentist refuses to do it unless I quit smoking. Oh how I wish it were that easy. […]