I love that my family dentist is tech-savvy. It's so easy to book a dentist on his smartphone app if I have a tooth problem or if anyone in my family needs emergency problems (I can choose either my normal dentist or another dentist in his practise depending on availability). He also has some great cameras so that we can see exactly what is going on during treatment. I prefer not to see this, but my kids love to be able to see the dentist using his specialised tools to clean and repair their teeth. This blog has some tips on finding a tech-savvy dentist to help give your family the best possible dental care.
When you lose a tooth, you're losing more than just your beautiful smile. Your teeth are central to the way you form words and your ability to eat too. Because of this, it's natural to want to replace missing teeth as soon as you can. One way to do this is by getting dental implants. Before you do, here are some common myths you should disregard.
Implants Are Obvious
Thanks to advances in modern dentistry, implants are far from obvious. Your dentist will form yours so that it matches the shade and shape of your natural teeth. With the right approach, they can ensure nobody knows you have implants. At any rate, they look less obvious than having an entire tooth missing.
They're Instant
A lot of preparatory work goes into fitting dental implants. Your dentist will assess your overall oral health and address any outstanding issues. They'll also need to take X-rays and mouldings so that they can create an implant. After the initial implant placement, you'll likely need follow-up appointments. While all this means visiting your dentist a few times, the end results are worth your efforts.
Implants Are Painful
As a form of surgery, your implant fitting may come with some minor discomfort and aching after your pain relief wears off. During the procedure itself, your dentist will use a combination of local anaesthetic and nitrous oxide. As a result, you won't feel pain while it's ongoing. If necessary, they'll prescribe pain medication for your recovery period. Otherwise, you can use over the counter painkillers instead.
They Need Lots of Upkeep
After your initial recovery period, you can care for your implants in the same way that you would care for your normal teeth. They sit beneath your crown's tooth and thanks to the surgical techniques used to fit them they're incredibly sturdy. They require less maintenance than dentures, which makes them ideal if you're leading a busy lifestyle.
Implants Have an Upper Age Limit
Don't be fooled into thinking that you must be young to benefit from implants. In fact, your dentist is unlikely to fit them if you're too young, as your jawline may be developing. Providing your X-rays demonstrate that you have a decent enough jaw bone density, you can opt for this type of procedure. Your dentist will also need to screen you for other conditions, such as diabetes and high blood pressure that isn't well controlled.
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