A tooth abscess can occur without warning. So, you may be asking “What exactly is an abscess?” An abscess is a pocket of pus which can either form at the root tip and show on an X-ray or in the tissues surrounding the tooth. A tooth abscess occurs when the immune system tries to fight […]
There are several different companies that make dental implant systems. However, there are only 2 types of materials used in manufacturing dental implants. The most common implant used is made of titanium metal. In rare cases, when individuals have severe metal allergies a Zircona metal-free implant is recommended. Why is Titanium metal the “gold standard?” […]
Having the experience of a tooth loss can be extremely traumatic for most people. Often times, when a toothache along with infection occurs a tooth extraction is needed. Other times, teeth that have severe bone loss will need extraction due to further infection. So, the question is what decision do you make when needing a […]
As I reflect on this long holiday weekend filled with an overzealous appetite and delicious food, I determined that it is easy to forget just how important teeth are to us on a daily basis. Sitting here this morning, thinking of the important functions that teeth have are pretty impressive. A question I have is…When […]
When it comes to determining pricing on a dental procedure, it is not always a straight forward explanation of cost. New techniques, technology and materials are constantly evolving to improve dental procedures. Aside from the dental profession evolving, it is important to remember that the overall health of the surrounding gum and tissue will determine […]