Dentures are an affordable tooth replacement option that allow you to replace several missing teeth or a mouth full of missing teeth. However, dentures have their downsides—not only do they not help replace lost jawbone, they, in fact, contribute to it. Furthermore, dentures need to be relined or replaced every few years as they lose… READ MORE
Category Archives: Dental Implants
It’s not uncommon for people to be self-conscious about their smiles. There are many reasons someone may be hesitant about showing their teeth or want to keep their mouth closed when smiling for pictures. Fortunately, many dental conditions that cause patients to be self-conscious about their smiles are entirely treatable. Advanced cosmetic and restorative dental… READ MORE
Multiple factors related to dental implant treatment can impact their success rate among patients, with the national average being around 80-90% [1]. However, at Elite Prosthetic Dentistry, we have a dental implant success rate of 97% or greater over a period greater than 20 years, due in part to our high-precision placement process, advanced dental… READ MORE
If you’re missing one, several, or all of your natural teeth, you may qualify for dental implants. Unlike other tooth restoration options, dental implants replace both your natural tooth root and your missing tooth. The result is a strong, natural-looking tooth replacement that can last for life with proper care. To qualify for dental implants,… READ MORE
In recent years, commercial providers have begun to offer various “same-day” dental implant services, all offered under unique names (i.e., All-on-4®1, Clear Choice Dental Implants®2, Dental Implants in One Day, Teeth in a Day®3, Teeth in an Hour, etc.). At Elite Prosthetic Dentistry, we specialize in our own high-quality version of this procedure, which we… READ MORE
Missing one or multiple teeth can be challenging, diminishing your self-confidence and causing you to hide your smile. In severe cases, this problem can also lead to long-term health concerns. If you have missing teeth or believe that dental implants are a viable option for you, you most likely have some immediate questions. Fortunately, the Elite… READ MORE
Deciding to have dental implants inserted by a highly trained and well-known prosthodontist is one of the most dependable ways to restore a beautiful smile permanently. However, in some cases, simply placing dental implants may not be feasible due to the deterioration of the bone at the prospective implant sites in the jaw after losing teeth. In these instances,… READ MORE
The hardest tooth in the mouth to restore is one of the four maxillary incisors, because they are directly in the line of sight and are being compared to the other incisors next to them. Even more difficult than that is the restoration of an implant in that location. Unless the implant is precisely placed using a very… READ MORE
Bone grafting and dental implants typically go hand-in-hand, as the loss of a tooth can wear down the surrounding jawbone structure and a dental implant is a common procedure to replace lost teeth. As soon as a person loses a tooth, bone loss begins. In order to place a sturdy, reliable dental implant, a bone… READ MORE
You need dental implants, but you are reluctant to get started. We understand that there is some hesitation and life gets in the way. However, here are a list of reasons as to why you shouldn’t wait. 1. Stop your remaining teeth from moving. Your teeth help keep everything in place. When you are missing a… READ MORE