If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte may be just what you’ve been hoping for. Why is that? Dental implants support replacement teeth that look and function like the real thing. Not only that, they help to preserve your jaw bone, which can deteriorate…
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Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we consider jaw bone health. To remain strong the jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it…
Go Back In Time
Categories: Dental Implants
So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, you can! A dental implant is a titanium post inserted into the jaw, where it fuses…
Tooth Replacement For The 21st Century
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Not everything was better back in the good old days. Take old-style dentures, for instance. They’ve improved many lives, but there is a better option from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte: implant-supported dentures. There are two types of implant anchored dentures: removable and permanent. No adhesive is required for either system. With the permanent type, screw…
Need An Implant? Let’s Do A Checkup And Talk About It.
When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we recommend having a check-up every six months. If you are considering a dental implant, we will assess your oral condition and take it from there. Dental implants are an ideal replacement for one or more missing teeth. An implant…
3-Tooth Solution For A 1-Tooth Problem?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
If you have a missing tooth and want to restore that gap in your smile, it is essential to examine the differences between a dental bridge and a permanent dental implant, two of the restorative dentistry procedures available at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Dental bridges have replaced teeth for generations. However, they have some drawbacks:…
Innovative Implants For Confident Smiles
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Many people have experienced an improvement in self-confidence after dental implant treatment at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. How Do Missing Teeth Affect Your Life? Missing teeth can impair your ability to speak and eat. Extensive tooth loss can make it difficult to eat a healthy diet. Dental implants can relieve pain, correct bite troubles, and…
Are Dentures Secured By Implants The Solution For Your Missing Teeth?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Dentures secured by implants are held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are called dental implants, which can be used in many different ways. In this article from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we describe one application: securing a full dental arch to either the upper or lower jaw. How are…
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. But now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating, tasting food,…
Need An Implant? Nervous About Oral Surgery?
If you’re missing one or more of your teeth and are thinking about dental implants, but worried about undergoing such a procedure, Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte can help. We get it. Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety, even with something as simple as a cleaning and checkup. Some people even skip the dentist entirely,…
