You may not be aware of this, but when teeth are missing from your mouth, your jawbone will begin to shrink. As the density of your jawbone degrades, your cheeks and lips will take on a sunken appearance called facial collapse. The process of facial collapse doesn’t occur overnight, but the change in appearance can… Read more »
Category: Dental Implants
FAQs About Dentures
Tooth loss hinders the health and beauty of our smiles. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, over 26% of people in the United States are missing all of their natural teeth. Without your teeth, eating and communicating can be difficult. Your Pella IA dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Allen, offers a solution for advanced… Read more »
Are Dental Implants the Right Choice for You, asks Pella Dentist?
Dental implants improve the functionality of your teeth, help maintain better jawbone health and density, and provide potentially long lasting tooth replacement results. Are you missing teeth and wondering if you might be a good candidate for dental implants? In today’s blog, Pella dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Allen, will discuss some of the expectations you should… Read more »
Jawbone Density Issues? Dental Implants May Soon Be Possible without Bone Grafting
Dental implants are arguably the best possible solution for replacing missing teeth. There is a vicious cycle that can occur when teeth go missing and your body stops sending nutrients and minerals to your jawbone. Jawbone density begins to deplete which means you can lose even more teeth. Yet you may not be eligible for… Read more »
Pella, IA Dentist Can Implant Knowledge and New Teeth in Patients
Your Pella, IA dentist is happy to be able to offer patients various tooth replacement options depending on their exact situation. Some people are perfectly comfortable with dentures. Some people feel that the absence of only a few teeth means that a partial dental bridge will suffice. The main reason why dental implants should be… Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Pella, IA Dentist
There’s no sales pitch involved when a dentist passionately recommends dental implants for tooth replacement. Each patient is different, but in general, this is your most natural tooth-like replacement option which will yield long-lasting results. What is it about dental implants that make them such an innovative means for replacing missing teeth? Dr. Jeffrey Allen,… Read more »