Highland Oak Dental Blog
How Long Does It Take For Dental Implants To Heal?
The standard process involves a multi-step procedure and requires one to three stages to completely heal. The length of time to heal may also vary depending on the number of teeth that have to be replaced and the patient’s overall health. Find out more about getting dental implants. To give you a good overview of how […]
June 3, 2019
Dental Implants for Seniors
Can older patients (over 65, 70, 80) benefit from dental implants? As we age, we start losing our teeth. Unfortunately, losing one, two or even several of them would definitely affect one’s eating habits, speaking ability, appearance and – ultimately – one’s confidence. Traditionally, most patients would be advised to get dentures. However, we all […]
May 30, 2019
Find the most comfortable dentures
Dentures can be worn throughout the day and the wearer can remove them easily. Unlike dental implants, they don’t require any invasive surgeries. While they are convenient and functional, however, comfort is an equally important factor in choosing tooth replacements. Since you will be wearing them, finding the most comfortable option will be your decision. […]
Learn About the Advantages of Dental Implants
There are numerous benefits when considering permanent teeth replacement. Find out more about dental implants near you. 1. Natural appearance, feel, and function — a set of strong and durable implants look and function similar to a healthy set of teeth. High quality natural looking crowns are fastened to the implanted structure. You can chew […]
May 23, 2019
Are Dental Implants Right for You?
In dentistry today, dental implants seem to offer the best solution for replacing lost teeth. If one or several of your teeth are missing, dental implants are probably the best option you can have. Keep reading about how they can improve your smile. The following are the five topmost ways to find out whether or […]
May 19, 2019
Dental Implants vs. Dentures
In the past, removable full mouth or partial dentures have been the standard option for replacement of missing natural teeth. However, in the dawn of new technology, dental implants are becoming the preferred choice for patients, as removable prosthetics become a less popular choice. This shift has brought a significant number of benefits which we […]
May 9, 2019
What to Know Before Starting Invisalign Treatment
You must admit, it’s hard to smile and be confident if you have naturally crooked or overlapping teeth. Fortunately for us, thanks to the modern advancements in dentistry, this is no longer a problem. We are not talking about wearing those metal braces, but rather the Invisalign aligners. However, before getting them, there are a […]
May 5, 2019
Detect Tooth Decay Under Crowns
Dental crowns are usually placed over a tooth to restore its appearance, function and to protect one that had a cavity or is otherwise weakened. In most cases, people who receive them continue with their regular eating habits once they have been installed. However, they, while protected, can still be damaged by cavities, which could […]
April 19, 2019
Learn How Dental Bridges Are Created
Dental Bridges Procedure Before the advances of modern dentistry, getting this type of restoration would usually require two visits. Now, with the advances of CAD/CAM and other technologies, this procedure is now possible in just a single visit. Read more about dental bridges. To learn more about how they are attached, take a look at […]
What are the situations that will require teeth removal
Tooth extraction is a dental procedure whereby it is extracted from its socket (dental alveolus). It is common among children to have theirs extracted because their teeth are still growing. However, teenagers and adults may need to have theirs removed especially when they cause problems. Your permanent teeth are made to last for a lifetime […]
April 18, 2019