Your Guide To Overdentures

Posted on: 27 April 2023

If you're missing all your teeth, you're not alone. In the past, traditional dentures were the go-to solution, but thanks to advancements in technology and medicine, implant-supported dentures or overdentures are a great alternative. If you would like to know more about overdentures, keep reading.  What Are Overdentures? Overdentures, like traditional dentures, replace multiple missing teeth. However, while traditional dentures sit on top of your gums, overdentures use titanium dental implants, which are inserted in the jawbone to mimic tooth roots.
[Read More]

How To Maintain A Healthy Oral Microbiome

Posted on: 17 March 2023

The human body is home to trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa. This vast community of microorganisms that live on and inside humans is called the microbiome. One of the most important parts of the microbiome is the oral microbiome, which consists of the microorganisms that live in mouths. The oral microbiome plays a crucial role in maintaining oral health, and an imbalance in the oral microbiome can lead to various oral health problems such as cavities, gum disease, and bad breath.
[Read More]

4 Things To Know About Recovery After A Dental Implant Procedure

Posted on: 9 February 2023

Are you scheduled to get a dental implant in the near future? You'll want to know more about the recovery process that is going to follow in the days afterward. Here are a few key things you should know about what will happen. You Will Have Pain and Discomfort There is no sugarcoating it since you need to know that you will be in pain after the procedure. However, this is perfectly normal considering that a titanium post was inserted into your jaw to support the crown.
[Read More]

What Happens To Your Gums During Dental Implant Surgery?

Posted on: 6 January 2023

For a dentist to insert a dental implant into your jawbone, they'll need to go through your gums. Dental implants are small titanium screws that function just like a tooth's natural root. The bone literally heals around the implant, which gives it the stability it needs. Once this healing process has happened, your dentist can finish the procedure by adding a permanent prosthetic tooth, which is made of porcelain. But what sort of impact will this have on your gums?
[Read More]