At Caring Dental of Spotswood, our team is passionate about helping our patients restore their oral health. Dealing with oral health complications can really have an impact on your quality of life. Not only do some patients have trouble chewing their food properly, but they also have a hard time speaking correctly. Other patients become more subdued and withdraw from others because they are self-conscious about the state of their teeth.
Dealing with oral health complications can be stressful. This is particularly true if you or a loved one has experienced severe tooth decay or has had a tooth extracted and needs to choose a tooth replacement. We do all we can to guide patients in the direction we feel is best, but ultimately it is up to the patient to decide on their final choice. One of the reasons patients may struggle with their decision is because they are unfamiliar with the treatment options. Today, we want to share more information about a common dental treatment that has been used for many years, but you may be unsure what the treatment entails. Read on to learn more about dental bridges.
Are you in need of a tooth replacement and are interested in learning more about dental implants but worried you may not be a candidate for treatment? We offer a number of great tooth replacement options, but one we highly recommend and that is popular with patients is dental implants. Not only do implants offer numerous benefits to patients, but more patients than ever before are now eligible for treatment due to the advancements in the procedure as well as dental technology. Interested to learn if you would be a candidate for treatment? Continue reading to find out about dental implants and if you might be a candidate for this treatment.
Have you recently experienced a tooth extraction or learned that you need to have a tooth replaced? Whether you have experienced decay, an illness, trauma to the mouth, or effects of gum disease, we are here to help you. Depending on the location of your problem area, you might be wondering if you need to replace the tooth, especially if it is one of the rear molars. We are here to tell you that, no matter the location, teeth should always be replaced. It is beneficial to the overall health of your mouth and surrounding teeth. Read on to learn more.
When thinking about choosing a tooth replacement option, the common choices that many patients are familiar with seem to be implants or dentures. Did you know that there is an option that blends the two of those options together? An overdenture is a removable dental prosthesis that fits over a supporting structure such as natural teeth or dental implants. Overdentures are typically preferred over a traditional denture that uses adhesive to attach in the mouth and sit on the gums.
Have you recently had a tooth extracted and need to decide on a tooth replacement option? Or perhaps you have been missing teeth for quite some time and are ready to make the investment in replacing your teeth. There are many reasons that a patient might be missing a tooth, such as severe decay, an accident, a medical condition, medication, or family history. Whatever the reason for needing a tooth replaced, we know that it can be tough to decide which option is best for your lifestyle and budget. We offer a variety of options that can help you restore the functionality of your teeth and help you love your smile again.