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…

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How Many Dental Implants Can Be Placed At One Time?

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Many men and women in San Diego visit Dr. Beck every year to have dental implants placed. As the most sought after tooth replacement option, dental implants can replace just one or two teeth, or all of your teeth, if needed!


What To Expect During The Dental Implant Recovery Process?

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Men and women in San Diego choose to have dental implants placed as a solution for single or multiple missing teeth, or to stabilize dentures. When you choose Dr. Beck at Southern California Periodontics & Implantology you’re choosing an expert in dental implant technology.


Dental Implant Success Factors

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Many of the dental implants patients Dr. Beck sees are typically curious about how long their implants will last, and what factors influence the success of their procedure. This is a very understandable question.


Am I A Good Candidate For Dental Implants?

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When you visit with Dr. Beck in her Poway office to discuss dental implants, one of the things she will determine is whether or not you are a good candidate for this tooth replacement option.


Dental Implants vs Dentures

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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

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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.