Dental implants are rapidly becoming the tooth replacement option of choice. Millions of Americans have chosen implants, like those available at The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT. Once the decision is made, patients usually want to know what’s involved every step of the way. Before the Procedure It begins with a consultation and preliminary…
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A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Dental implants from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale UT support teeth so lifelike, patients have been known to forget some of their teeth aren’t real. That’s now natural their look and function is. That simple fact is enough to make most people choose dental implants if they need to replace one or more of…
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
Categories: Dental implant, General dentistry
According to the CDC, 25% of adults over 65 have no existing teeth. When one is missing teeth, it can be challenging to eat and speak. To add insult to injury, it can be emotionally distressing to sport a toothless smile. Patients with missing teeth, or no teeth at all, often choose dentures as a…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
Imagine being able to replace your missing teeth with dentures that are so stable, they seem more like natural teeth than ordinary dentures ever could. With implant-supported dentures from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale you don’t have to imagine: they’re here. Anyone who wears ordinary dentures knows how difficult it is to keep them…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
When you meet someone who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you start making assumptions about them? It isn’t fair, but we are often judged by appearance. A missing front tooth can be addressed with a dental implant from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale. A dental implant is…
Extraction Is Not The End Game
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale we can address that with a state-of-the-art dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, the…
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore
Categories: Dental health, Dental implant
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, adult teeth don’t grow back. But with a dental implant from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, it might seem like a missing tooth has. A dental implant is a titanium post that is…
Is A Tooth Implant The Same As A Dental Crown?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
What’s the difference between a dental implant and a crown? The relationship between the two can be confusing. They can be combined in one procedure, or used with other dental restorations. In this post from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, we’ll clear up the confusion. 1. A dental implant can be a foundation for…
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale may be the answer to your prayers. Why is that? Dental implants are replacement teeth that look and function like the real thing. Not only that, they help to preserve your jaw bone, which can…
Ready To Smile Again?
Categories: Dental implant, Restorative dentistry
There are people who refrain from smiling at all costs. Are you one of those who covers their mouth when laughing? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unattractive teeth for years? At The Fort Union Dentist in Midvale, we can help! If you are…