Dental Implants vs. Dental Bridges
Contributed by DentalROI
Missing teeth are a source of anxiety for many people. The problem of missing teeth is both an aesthetic issue as well as a functional one and how this dental issue is resolved can have important implications for the patient’s future dental health. There are two important methods commonly used to solve the problem of missing teeth: dental bridges and dental implants. Making the decision about which of these dental restorations is right for you can have a lasting impact on the health of your teeth for years to come. At Green Tree Dental, we evaluate each patient on a case-by-case basis to determine which of these procedures is most appropriate and which procedure will offer the most lasting benefits.
Approximately 90% of people don’t have room in their mouths for wisdom teeth. Despite this fact, wisdom teeth start to form at about the age of 10 years, typically emerging between the ages of 17 and 25 years of age. Wisdom teeth are a third and final set of molars that helped our ancestors eat foods like roots and raw meat which required a lot of chewing force. So-called because these teeth erupt at a time in a person’s life when they reach maturity and develop a certain level of wisdom, these teeth often bring a lot of health-related issues with them.
Did you know that the average person spends $200-$300 per year on over-the-counter teeth whitening products? That’s right. And, did you know that after using these products most people are still unhappy with the whiteness of their teeth? That’s because teeth whitening is not as simple or straightforward as it seems. If you have stained or discolored teeth, seeking out treatment from a professional is your best bet if you want results that are truly notable. Below are some of the most important and obvious benefits that motivate people to seek out professional teeth whitening and skip the over-the-counter products that often don’t work.
Are you self-conscious about your smile? Do you avoid showing your teeth in photos or at job interviews? If you’d like to cover-up embarrassing dental problems like chipped, discolored, unevenly spaced, or misshapen teeth, dental veneers might be a good choice for you. There are a number of potential benefits to getting dental veneers which is why this is one of the most popular procedures performed in cosmetic dentistry. At Green Tree Dental, we can help you determine whether or not veneers are the right solution for you.
Damaged, infected, and irritated teeth can cause all kinds of grief for patients. Often, the only solution to these dental problems is a root canal.
Crooked, crowded teeth can cause all kinds of problems from chewing difficulties to self-esteem issues. For this reason, correcting misaligned teeth is a practice that’s been in play for several centuries. But while traditional braces have been around since the 1700’s, Invisalign didn’t hit the tooth straightening scene until the year 2000. Despite this fact, many of our patients at Green Tree Dental are interested in Invisalign as a popular alternative to traditional braces, but the final decision about which tooth straightening technique is best requires some careful consideration of the pros and cons of each.
Smiling, laughing, sneezing, and eating - these are things that our dental implant patients at Green Tree Dental can do easily and comfortably, without worry that their prosthetic teeth are going to move, or fall out. In fact, because dental implants have become so popular over the past 25 years, few people ever even realize that our patients have false teeth! The whole definition of “false teeth” has been completely renovated by the use of dental implants. As a result of the titanium metal posts that form the basis of implant dentistry, people can lose their natural teeth and replace them with fake teeth that don’t budge, just like the real thing. By fixing dental prosthetics like crowns, bridges, and dentures to implants, patients can go about their lives as they always have, even after they’ve lost all their natural teeth.
Dental cavities are the culprits behind tooth decay, and if not addressed on time you can end up losing your tooth. Tooth decay is an irreversible process, but the use of dental fillings can correct it. Dental fillings come in different materials and color. The most commonly used is the traditional dental filling.
The increase in the popularity of cosmetic dentistry over the years has led to more advancement in dental procedures. People are looking for a dentist who can carry out procedures with their appearance in mind.
Brushing and flossing aren’t enough to keep your teeth white as they were when you were a kid. As you age and continue eating food and drinking beverages with staining agents your teeth start to discolor slowly. When you don’t have that great smile that you like, it can be hard to smile in public. A great smile gives a positive impression towards others, and people will look at you as a successful and focused person. You can regain this great smile by using porcelain veneers.
