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 […]
My dental implant is a bad match.
I was adamant about finding the best implant dentist in my area. I interviewed several, checked out their credentials, and even asked to see many before and after images of cases similar to mine. So I had every confidence when I selected my dentist. All went well, until the final crown was placed on the […]
I hate how my dental implants look!
I got dental implants a year ago. I have been waiting for my dental bridge since then because the dentist’s lab was having problems. Well, I finally got them. Everything about my smile is wrong now. The bottom bridge is totally out of proportion. Shouldn’t an implant dentist want the smile to look as natural […]
I think my dental implant is infected. Do I need to see an implant dentist?
I went through what felt like forever to get my dental implant done. I have had it for a year now and to my horror, last week it starting hurting. So I made an appointment with my general dentist and he told me nothing was wrong. But the ache starting getting worse and now I […]
How much recover do I need to plan with dental implants?
I’ve been putting off getting my dental implants because I’ve heard the entire procedure takes quite awhile. I am on the schedule and the first step will begin next week. I’m supposed to head out of town for a long-awaited vacation the following week. Is that enough recovery time? I’m starting to wonder if I […]
Are sinus pain and dental implants related?
Recently I had to get some dental implants placed on the top. I have never had sinus issues. But since then, I have had this annoying sinus pain, pressure, and several sinus infections. I’ve been treating the sinus symptoms with medication but nothing seems to be helping. When I talked to my dentist asking if […]
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. […]
Ugly Brown Line on Dental Implant
I have been happy with my dental implant that I have had for several years. But it was probably a few months ago that I have started noticing an ugly brown line that is visible on the back of it. Last time I went in for a cleaning, I intended to talk to my implant […]