If you have replaced lost teeth with bridges, partials, or dentures, you haven’t missed your chance to invest in dental implants. Unlike traditional prosthetics, a dental implant replaces the entire tooth structure. This creates the next best thing to a real tooth to provide unmatched benefits. Most people with good oral and general health are candidates for dental implants, even if you have existing restorations. Here’s what you need to know to make the swap.
It’s that time of year when summer packs up and heads away for another nine months, and that means your child will soon be going back to school. Though everyone wants their kid to be safe in class, dental emergencies can still strike even in the finest institution of education. Luckily, there are steps you can take to help your child stay out of the way of dental danger. Here are some tips to prevent trips to the emergency dentist’s office during this coming school year.
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