We all know teeth are important, but many people don’t realize how important they are until they are gone. Missing one tooth or multiple teeth can damage a person’s self-esteem, make it difficult for them to eat or speak and even force them to stop…
Read more »How Often Do I Need A Check-Up For My Dental Implants?
Dental implants are incredibly popular and effective for patients in San Diego that need one or more teeth replaced. Implants are small posts that are anchored in the upper or lower jawbone to act as replacements for the root portion of a missing tooth. The…
Read more »What Can I Expect During The First Visit With My Periodontist?
Like most people, you have probably been seeing a general dentist since you were young. Throughout the years, you’ve done your best to keep up with cleanings and general daily care. But now you are dealing with a condition which requires your general dentist to…
Read more »How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental implants are a long-term solution for San Diego patients missing one or more teeth. Unlike other dental procedures, placing a dental implant will provide patients with a lifetime replacement for their missing teeth. Dental implants include three parts: Implant: A small titanium screw that…
Read more »Achieving Success with Dental Implants: Part 2
Dental implants are now in wide use all over the world and are often considered the standard of care for the replacement of missing teeth. It is estimated that over 5.5 million implants were placed in 2006. According to a recent report by GBI research,…
Read more »Achieving Success with Dental Implants: Part 1
Dental implants are becoming increasingly common and scientific meta-analyses have demonstrated 97-99% long term success rates. However, there are some basic principles and guidelines clinicians should follow to achieve high predictability and long term stability. In addition to appropriate medical screening of patients, treatment planning,…
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