Your periodontist has probably spoken to you in the past about the risks of dental plaque, the accumulation of bacteria and food debris that forms on your teeth. A term you may not have heard of is dental calculus, commonly referred to as tartar.
Read more »Message from Dr. Beck about COVID-19
Thursday May 21st, 2020 Greetings! The time has come when we can start seeing patients again, although we aren’t back to business as usual. We have been working hard over the last few weeks to implement all the new federal, state, and local mandates, as…
Read more »How Long Should I Wait To Get Dental Implants After An Extraction?
How Many Dental Implants Can Be Placed At One Time?
What To Expect During The Dental Implant Recovery Process?
Dental Implant Success Factors
Am I A Good Candidate For Dental Implants?
Can I Get Dental Implants If I Have Periodontal Disease?
Dental Implants vs Dentures
People lose teeth for many reasons. Two of the most common causes of tooth loss is due to severe gum disease or a dental decay (cavities). If you are missing multiple teeth, or think you may need to have several removed, you’re probably wondering what your options are for replacing your missing teeth.
The Importance of Dental Implants After Tooth Extractions
If you’ve been told that you need a tooth, or multiple teeth, extracted, you have probably also asked yourself how they will be replaced. The need to replace a missing tooth in the front is critical in maintaining a socially-acceptable smile, however some people wonder why they might need to replace a missing tooth in the back, where nobody can see it.