If you have any missing teeth, then your dentist may recommend that you have dental implants replace them. This will give you the appearance of a full smile once again and ensure that eating is not so difficult for you. Here's what you can expect during the process of a dental implant appointment:
How Much Time it Will Take
A typical single dental implant takes about an hour or two. This includes the time that it takes for the anesthesia to kick in, as well.
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If you know that you need to have a dental extraction in the near future for any reason, you must understand the importance of recovery afterwards. Knowing how to recover from the procedure properly will ensure that you are able to avoid major complications. Here's what you need to know:
Bleeding: Bleeding after you have had a tooth extraction is normal, but only for about a day. Be sure that you are using the gauze that your dentist has provided you to bite down on when you notice any bleeding during this time.
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Why do you fear teeth decay? It's probably because you don't want to lose your teeth, deal with the associated pain and preserve your beautiful milky white teeth. These are all good motivational points as far as oral health is concerned.
In children, however, there are other things to worry about as far as teeth decay is concerned. It seems that teeth decay in childhood can lead to low weight and stunted growth.
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First impressions are usually the ones that last the longest. This is at least what most people used to think, although there was no scientific reasoning backing that belief. However, a recent research study conducted by the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) found a positive correlation between a great smile and a good first impression. This article explains why cosmetic dentistry will help you make good first impressions.
The importance of appearance
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If you have missing teeth or a damaged jawbone, having implants placed is more than a simple cosmetic procedure: it's actually quite important to protect the health of the remaining teeth, jaw, and gum tissue – all of which are otherwise at increased risk of atrophy and decay.
Your dentist has likely recommended that you undergo an implantation procedure, so let's clear up some of the mystique behind the process. There are three primary types of dental implants, which are differentiated by the location of their placement relative to the jawbone.
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