Implants – Dental Health Society https://dentalhealthsociety.com Information on Dental Health and Dental Services Mon, 06 May 2024 01:25:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.12 What is a Dental Bone Graft? And Why Is My Dentist Recommending One? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/what-is-a-dental-bone-graft-and-why-is-my-dentist-recommending-one/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-is-a-dental-bone-graft-and-why-is-my-dentist-recommending-one Mon, 06 May 2024 18:23:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2664 If you have recently visited the dentist and they recommended a dental bone graft, you might be wondering what that means. A dental bone graft is a common surgical procedure used to rebuild or strengthen the bone in your jaw. The dentist attaches a small piece of bone or specialized grafting material to the weakened...

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]]> Can I Get an MRI if I Have Dental Implants? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/can-i-get-an-mri-if-i-have-dental-implants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-i-get-an-mri-if-i-have-dental-implants Mon, 15 Apr 2024 21:20:54 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2626 If you have dental implants, concerns about undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scans) may come up since implants typically contain metal components. Your dentist will give you the lowdown on safety, but we will also provide some details to help you understand if there is cause for concern. Understanding Dental Implants and MRI  Magnetic Resonance...

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]]> Why Can’t You Have Dairy After a Dental Implant? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/why-cant-you-have-dairy-after-a-dental-implant/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-cant-you-have-dairy-after-a-dental-implant Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:01:07 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2595 If you are scheduled for a dental implant, chances are you have researched the procedure online. You may have stumbled upon the advice to avoid dairy products after a dental implant. But is this actually true? Some sources online report that dairy products like milk, yogurt, and cheese may contain bacteria that can cause infections...

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]]> Are Dental Implants Covered By Insurance? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/are-dental-implants-covered-by-insurance/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-dental-implants-covered-by-insurance Mon, 24 Apr 2023 18:37:49 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=2238 For patients missing teeth, dental implants are an important investment in their oral and overall health. And the financial investment is significant, so finding ways to afford them is key to the decision. The nagging question of whether or not dental implants are covered by insurance can be difficult to research. Interpreting dental insurance benefits...

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]]> Can Missing Teeth Cause Health Problems? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/can-missing-teeth-cause-health-problems/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=can-missing-teeth-cause-health-problems Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:03:04 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1952 When it comes to ruining a smile, a missing tooth is about as bad as it can get. But the problems with missing teeth go way beyond how a person looks or the embarrassment they might feel. The situation can lead to other significant dental problems. Those, in turn, can cause health issues.  A gaping...

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]]> How Missing Teeth Affect Your Face https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/how-missing-teeth-affect-your-face/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-missing-teeth-affect-your-face Mon, 27 Jun 2022 16:23:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1911 According to the American College of Prosthodontists, more than 120 million people in the United States are missing at least one tooth. Whether they are knocked out or lost due to decay, missing teeth pose a number of problems besides just looking bad.  It might be harder to eat or speak clearly with a missing...

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]]> Dental Plates vs. Implants: Which is Better? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/general/dental-plates-vs-implants-which-is-better/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dental-plates-vs-implants-which-is-better Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:38:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1725 Dental plates and dental implants are two very different solutions to the same problem: Missing teeth. Understanding the differences, together with a dentist’s evaluation and guidance, will help determine which is right for you.  A dental “plate” is a term referring to any removable dental prosthetic. This covers any type of false teeth: full dentures,...

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]]> What Kinds of Dentists Do Implants? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/what-kinds-of-dentists-do-implants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-kinds-of-dentists-do-implants Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:21:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1548 Dental implants are artificial teeth that replace missing ones. Getting implants involves surgery that is moderately invasive, and not all dentists can perform it. It is important for patients considering implant surgery to understand what kinds of dentists do implants. General dentists, oral surgeons, maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, and prosthodontists may all have the necessary qualifications. ...

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]]> Do Dental Implants Hurt? On Dental Implant Pain https://dentalhealthsociety.com/oral-surgery/do-dental-implants-hurt-on-dental-implant-pain/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-dental-implants-hurt-on-dental-implant-pain Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:46:26 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1501 Dental implants have become increasingly popular because of their durability in comparison to alternatives such as a bridge or dentures. Plus they look and feel like real teeth! But implants require surgery, and surgeries usually involve pain. How much do dental implants hurt, and for how long? And when should patients consult their surgeon about...

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]]> Dental Implants: What are they, and do they work? https://dentalhealthsociety.com/implants/dental-implants-what-are-they-and-do-they-work/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dental-implants-what-are-they-and-do-they-work Mon, 10 May 2021 15:15:00 +0000 https://dentalhealthsociety.com/?p=1439 Whether due to accidents or tooth decay, millions of Americans are missing teeth. People often replace missing teeth for cosmetic reasons, but there are other good reasons to replace them, too. Missing teeth can lead to further oral health problems in the future.  Dental implants provide a more permanent replacement for those missing teeth, and...

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