If you’re missing one or more teeth, you can consider dental implants as a method of choice for replacing your missing teeth. A dental implant is typically a tiny titanium post that is inserted in the jaw and attaches to a dental crown to replace the missing tooth. There are many reasons why a …
Do I need to remove an impacted wisdom tooth if it is not causing any problems?
Most people believe that wisdom teeth absolutely have to be removed. However, this is a fallacy. The truth is that there is nothing inherently bad about third molars (wisdom teeth). They can be a valuable part of a person’s dentition just like any other teeth. Another question that many patients …
5 Common Dental Problems for Patients over 60 Years
It is estimated that 71 million Americans will be 65 years or older by 2030. While oral health among this group has improved significantly during the past several years, they are still at risk for both acute and chronic diseases of the teeth. This age group is especially vulnerable to teeth …