Vero Beach Dental Implants at Ocean Oaks Blog

If you have missing teeth, your dental team has likely mentioned that you should consider getting dental implants. The procedure is a big investment of time and money, so it is completely understandable if you have a lot of questions! One thing that many patients wonder about is, “What do dental implants feel like? Do they feel like natural teeth?” This blog post aims to give you a realistic idea of… (Read More)

Did you know that more than 50 million adults in the U.S. have diabetes? If you are among them, you are no doubt doing all you can to manage your condition. Still, you might wonder how it affects your prospects for various procedures, including tooth replacement with dental implants. This blog post provides some realistic and encouraging information.

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Enjoying a glass of wine, a bottle of beer, or a fancy cocktail is a common way to relax and celebrate. However, when you have recently undergone a tooth extraction, you may wonder if it is safe to reach for your favorite adult beverage. This blog post provides guidance that will help you make well-informed decisions about when to resume drinking after your procedure.

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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… (Read More)

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.

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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.

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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.

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