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.
Dental Implant Success Factors
Am I A Good Candidate For Dental Implants?
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.
Can I Get Dental Implants If I Have Periodontal Disease?
Poway residents who have loose or missing teeth as a result of periodontal disease often ask Dr. Beck of Southern California Periodontics & Implantology if they qualify to receive dental implants.
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.
Tips to Prevent Periodontal Disease
If you’ve heard about or have been researching periodontal disease, it’s understandable that you may be concerned about possibly developing it. Periodontal disease can cause serious oral health issues, including gum recession, deep pockets of bacteria and pus between your teeth, spaces between your teeth,…
What Conditions Do Periodontists Treat?
If your San Diego dentist has referred you to Southern California Periodontics & Implantology, you might be wondering, “Why do I need to see a periodontist? What can they do for me that my dentist can’t?” There are many reasons why patients may be referred…
Factors That Can Influence Dental Implant Success
If you need to replace a missing tooth or have a tooth or teeth that need to be extracted, you should definitely consider dental implants. Join the many San Diego residents who have long known that dental implants are the most state-of-the-art tooth replacement option…
5 Consequences of Leaving Periodontal Disease Untreated
If you’ve been told you have periodontal disease, or suspect you have it, you need to see a periodontist like San Diego’s Dr. Beck as soon as possible. The simple truth is that untreated periodontal disease can have significant consequences for your oral health and…
3 Dental Implant Myths Debunked
At our San Diego office, we help several patients who have missing teeth or need teeth extracted, and replace them with dental implants. During our initial consultations, we often hear the same few misconceptions about this tooth replacement system. If you’ve been researching dental implants…
