Dentures may have been put in the backseat with the sleek technology of dental implants, but they still make the best option for some people. If you have been missing teeth for a great while, and this has led to a depletion in jawbone density, implants may not be a viable option for you. It’s… Read more »
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Pella Dentist Offers Two Scenarios for Dental Bridges
You have options when you are missing teeth. Much will depend on the overall health of your gum tissue and jawbone, as well as how many teeth are missing, and if they are all in a row. The health of your remaining teeth will be a matter of concern as well. If it appears that… Read more »
Pella Dentist Quizzes on Crown and Bridge Teeth Restorations
Pella dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Allen offers crown and bridge procedures to replace missing teeth for patients that are only missing a few or less teeth in a row. Much like dental implants, crown and bridges are considered restorative dental treatments, but they have a cosmetic element as well. We have written about this procedure recently… Read more »
Denture Details from Pella, IA Dentist
Dentures have been a tried-and-true way to restore teeth when many or all are missing. Regardless of whether you manage to maintain your natural teeth or not, your jaw and mouth will change over time, as you age. People with missing teeth are liable to lose some degree of jawbone density, and even more if… Read more »
Pella Dentist Explains Crowns and Bridges
When you are missing a tooth (or multiple teeth) what is your biggest desire? Are you most focused on restoring the function, or the appearance of the tooth that was once there? Either way, your Pella dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Allen, has you covered with a procedure like a crown and bridge. Though not considered a cosmetic… Read more »
Nutrition Tips for Patients Who Wear Dentures
Nutrition is an important part of dental health. This is National Nutrition Month, so what better time to point out how you diet can affect your teeth. The obvious parallel is with sugar and cavities. Sugar may not directly cause cavities, but sucrose certainly contributes. Additionally, carbohydrates are easily converted into sugar, so the bacteria… Read more »