Did you know the final week of April is National Prosthodontics Awareness Week? If you’re not a member of the dental community, chances are this slipped under your radar. In fact, you may not have much knowledge about prosthodontics at all. So, what is it and why is it significant enough to have an entire week of awareness dedicated to... read more »
Sleep is a vital component of overall health and well-being. Sleep allows the body to rest, repair, and ready itself for another day, and the price for not getting enough sleep can be poor health. In fact, poor sleep has been linked to serious medical conditions, such as obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, as well as increased illness... read more »
General dentists are capable of taking care of the majority of patients’ oral health needs. However, there will be cases when the services of a dental specialist are required. When this happens, your dentist will refer you to a specialist who will take care of the problem before you return to routine care with your primary dentist. Nearly 80% of all dentists in... read more »
The thought of oral surgery may cause patients to shudder but in truth, it is often necessary to improve the health and overall well-being of one’s mouth. Oral pain and discomfort are never normal and sometimes the solution is surgery. If you’re experiencing problems with your teeth, gums, or jaws, the first thing you should do is see your dentist. Your dentist can... read more »
At the Center for Implant Dentistry, it’s no secret that we believe that dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants look, feel, and function just like real teeth, making them ideal for single- and multiple-tooth replacement or full-mouth reconstruction. That’s not to say dentures don’t have their place. Let’s explore the differences between dental implants and dentures. DENTURES Dentures are a removable set of... read more »
A missing tooth is bad news. Not only is it cosmetically unappealing, a missing tooth affects chewing function and can alter the structure of the mouth long term. Here are some reasons why you should replace missing teeth. TEETH CAN SHIFT AND BECOME UNSTABLE Teeth act as a cohesive unit. When all are present, they keep each other stable and... read more »
Research has shown that there is a strong link between oral health and overall health. Not only can poor oral hygiene affect the quality of life, but it can also affect overall longevity as well. Gum disease has regularly been linked to a wide range of general health problems, such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes, and studies indicate that individuals... read more »
Here at Center for Implant Dentistry, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these... read more »
