Vero Beach Dental Implants at Ocean Oaks Blog

Tooth loss is a common issue; in fact, millions and millions of adults in the U.S. are missing at least one of their natural teeth. Under ideal circumstances, you would be able to keep all of your teeth for a lifetime, but as experience shows, that is not possible for everyone. If your dentist recommends that you get one or more teeth extracted, you can be confident that they have your best interests at heart. Why might they recommend tooth removal? This blog post explains some of the most common reasons.

Replacing lost teeth with dental implants is a multi-step process that is slightly different for each patient. For example, some people can receive implants soon after their initial consultation. Others, though, must first undergo a bone graft. What does a bone graft accomplish, and why might you need this preparatory procedure? Continue reading below to find out.

If you are thinking about getting dental implants, it is natural for you to have questions about the road ahead. Be sure to bring up any points of concern when you attend your consultation. Your care team wants you to feel well-informed about your treatment, so they will be happy to speak with you. In the meantime, you can gain some valuable information by reading this blog post.

If you are missing one or more teeth, you have probably learned some things about dental implants. However, you may have also come across some ideas that are not actually true. Unfortunately, misinformation is everywhere! What is the truth behind some common myths about dental implants? This blog post seeks to set the record straight.