Posts Tagged ‘Dental Implants’
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
I had to have one of my top molars removed. It has been about a month or so and now I’m noticing that my front tooth looks like it has moved. I think it is really ugly. How did this happen?
- Jim in Pennsylvania
Jim,
After a tooth extraction, the bone will begin to recede in the area around it. When our teeth are unbalanced they can shift around in a reaction to the procedure. You will typically see this happen within the first few years after you have had the tooth out. Over time the shifting will subside. The exact movement of the teeth varies from patient to patient. Sometimes it is not noticeable at all and other times it is very visible. Typically you see this if someone is missing a tooth. The tooth surrounding the site will move into the empty space. That is why a dental implant is an ideal treatment because it helps to prevent the shifting and it also stimulates the bone so it doesn’t resorb.
Occlusion is the study of how your teeth come together and our bite varies when we are eating or swallowing, or even when we sleep it can be different. So the shifting will only take place as long as your personal occlusion will allow.
Again, it is worth mentioning the importance of replacing your missing tooth to prevent shifting and occlusion problems. It sounds like your teeth are shifting quickly so it would be a good idea to seek treatment to replace the tooth soon. There are affordable dental implant options if budget is a major deciding factor for you. Make sure you see an implant dentist that has reputable credentials because there is a lot of dental malpractice in this area. Cheap dental implants aren’t always better because faulty materials or cutting corners can be much more expensive in the long run.
Hopefully this was helpful in answering your question.
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Wednesday, March 20th, 2013
I am trying to find out if I am a dental implant candidate. I am also wondering how much it is going to cost for the diagnostics to help determine this?
- Jeno in Oregon
Jeno,
Thank you for your question. The dental implants process is quite sophisticated and there are a lot of diagnostics that are required prior to moving forward. This is to help ensure that there are no surprises and complications when the dental implants are placed. If proper diagnostics are not completed, you may be at risk for nerve damage or issues with the sinus cavities, to name a few. If you are an individual that is missing all of your teeth, than it is likely that your dentist will require a 3-D CT scan. One of these kinds of scans can run in the ballpark of $2,000, but is well worth the cost to avoid any mishaps. If you are just requiring one dental implant, a panographic x-ray may suffice which costs approximately one hundred dollars.
Now if you are simply trying to determine if you are a candidate, this can be done in a simple office consultation. In fact, many dentists will provide this as a complimentary consultation, but either way it will not cost that much. You can expect that the dentist will ask you about your general health and medical history.
Affordable dental implants or mini implants are sometimes an option under the right circumstances. These fixtures are much smaller so the surgery is less involved. Although, you really need to do more research to determine if the pros outweigh the cons with this procedure. If they are not done correctly, they can lead to dental implant failure because their smaller diameter means they are not as strong.
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Tuesday, January 15th, 2013
One year ago, I had dental implants placed. Apparently the laboratory had difficulties so I just recently received a dental bridge on both the top and the bottom. I think they look terrible. They are fake looking and out of proportion. My dentist feels differently and keeps telling me they look great and that I will get used to them. I am so disappointed and think it’s time to see a better cosmetic dentist. What do you think?
- Gina in Texas
Gina,
An excellent cosmetic dentist would never tell you that you will just get used to them. This is because they are so passionate about how beautiful your smile looks that an expert cosmetic dentist settles for nothing less than perfection. In fact, many dentists will keep sending them back to the lab until the patient is completely satisfied.
Sorry that you had to experience this. I think you are right to visit and consult with a true cosmetic dentist at this point, especially since they are on your front teeth.
Best of luck to you.
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Wednesday, December 26th, 2012
A couple months ago I fell down and knocked my front teeth hard and they are now turning black. The other thing that worries me is I can feel a root. It is kind of lodged up near my nasal cavity. Do you think I should go to the doctor or the should I see a dentist? Do you know what they will end up doing? Maybe dental implants or porcelain veneers?
- Benny in Michigan
Benny,
Typically when a tooth turns black it is due to the nerve tissue being killed. The tissue inside the tooth has likely died. Therefore, the treatment that will be required if this is the case are root canal treatments.
It sounds like the teeth are still in place. And the root near your nose area is a bit confusing from what you have described. Your teeth can be re-positioned correctly if needed, although since so much time has passed since the original dental emergency, the bone has likely healed already. You may be interested in having the teeth extracted. If the roots have been cracked than the tooth will not be able to be saved and will need to be extracted. If this is the case, then dental implants are a possibility.
You would need to see an expert cosmetic dentist for this kind of work. After the root canal treatments have been done, you may need porcelain veneers or porcelain crowns for appearance purposes.
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Saturday, September 22nd, 2012
Hello,
I currently have removable dentures and I am sick of them! I have been missing several upper teeth for over 20 years. I am considering dental implants and was wondering if that would be a good way to go even though it has been many years?
Currently I have nine teeth missing on top and three missing on the bottom.
- Dolores in Minnesota
Dolores,
Dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. They are a permanent solution that looks, feels, and functions just like your natural teeth used to.
There are three main problems when it comes to removable partial dentures and they are outlined below.
- First off, they can place additional stress on the the teeth that are used to fasten them in place. Over time, patients can actually end up loosing those teeth that they are attached to. This is especially frequent in individuals that are missing many upper teeth as you have mentioned.
- Removable partials also trap food particles in the clasps that are used to attach them to the teeth. This means that tooth decay can become a serious problem in those areas.
- Patients also complain of the discomfort caused by removable partial dentures. The upper partial sometimes covers up your palate. In these cases patients have complained of having issues with gagging.
Dental implants will not present any of these problems that you are facing with partial dentures. There is some healing time during the two main parts of the dental implant procedure. And although they tend to cost more, the quality of life you will experience will be well worth it.
When searching for an implant dentist, it is imperative that you proceed with caution. Many dentists make the claim to be implant dentists and in actuality may not have any additional implant training to speak of. And since the designation is not a regulated field within dentistry you need to research the dentist and really look into their credentials and experience with dental implant cases.
It is also quite possible that you may require bone grafting. This step will need to happen before you get the implants placed and is largely due to a condition called facial collapse. What happens over 10 to 20 years of not having teeth is that your body resorbs the jawbone to be used elsewhere in the body. Bone grafting will build the bone back up so the implants can be surgically implanted.
This post is sponsored by Cleveland implant dentist Hylan Dental Care.
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Sunday, September 9th, 2012
I am wondering what kind of symptoms are to be expected if I have a tooth infection that has not been treated for awhile? I have been experiencing on and off aches, most often in my legs, and my temperature has been up to 102.4 (F) at times. At first I just thought I had a bug of some sort but now I’m starting to think it is because of my teeth. I have had abscesses in the past and several of my teeth are exposed to food and drink because the cavities have fallen out. Do you know if my body can be poisoned from an infection in my tooth?
- Ron in Washington
Ron,
The symptoms you have described can all be caused from a tooth infection. So the answer is, yes, a tooth infection can poison your system. You need to see a dentist immediately to find out what kind of treatment is needed. The teeth may require root canal treatments to heal them.
It is also possible that when you see the dentist they may recommend having multiple tooth extractions if the teeth are in that bad of shape. Unfortunately, this may cause you issues later because you will have trouble eating. Then, it may be possible to have all your teeth extracted which leads to a condition known as facial collapse. What happens when you are missing several teeth is that the bone is resorbed to be used elsewhere in the body. Some facial collapse patients can’t even wear a denture after their jawbone has shrunk significantly.
Dental implants will prevent facial collapse. So if your teeth are at all salvageable, then you may want to consider replacing them with implants.
I hope you feel better soon.
This post is sponsored by Cleveland implant dentist Hylan Dental Care.
Tags: Dental Implants, Dentures, Facial Collapse, implant dentist, missing all teeth, missing several teeth, root canal, root canal treatment, tooth infection
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Sunday, August 19th, 2012
Hello,
I am a dental implant patient. About a month and a half ago I had the implant surgically implanted. I have been a smoker for most of my adult life and recently I quit because I was getting the dental implant. Then, last week I started smoking again. When I brushed my teeth I happened to notice some bleeding on my toothbrush and near my gum line. Do you think my dental implant is failing? I go back next month for the next appointment to have everything finalized. Do you think I should quit smoking?
- Tina in Ohio
Tina,
It is no secret that smoking is bad for your health. It is also not good for your dental health. But, the bleeding is probably not related to you beginning to smoke again. Most likely, the implant site area is still healing since it was recently placed. You may have brushed to hard and that may have caused the bleeding. Although, dental implant failure happens far too often. The symptoms associated with a possible failure include pain, bone loss around the implant area, and mobility. It would be in your best interest to quit smoking for many reasons, including the increased risk for gum disease. Bleeding gums can be an indicator of gum disease, as well as bone loss. You should definitely discuss the bleeding with your dentist at your next appointment. If the condition worsens, you may want to get in for an appointment sooner than the one scheduled for next month so infection around the implant area can be ruled out.
Some patients are motivated by cheap dental implants which can also result in failure. Hopefully this was not the case for you and your issue is due to the healing process. For those reading, it is worth mentioning that there are over 200 companies that manufacture dental implants and only six companies have documented research to validate their safety. It is very important to research your dentist’s credentials and experience. Cheap materials and dentists that cut corners will end up costing you more in the long run.
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Thursday, December 29th, 2011
I am 32 years old and I am looking to get dental implants. I’ve found that they are very expensive and I am not sure if there is any way I can afford them. Have you ever heard of a dentist that would do the work pro-bono to use in their portfolio? My teeth have caused me so many problems and now they are affecting my physical health because I’m hardly eating due to the pain my teeth are causing. My teeth seem to be shifting around which makes me concerned for the health of my jaw.
- Stacey in Michigan
Stacey,
Unfortunately, any good dentist will likely add a good dental implant case to their portfolio. So it is unlikely that they will need to add a pro bono case which means pretty much everyone pays.
Proceed with caution if you are price shopping for dental implants. Dentist that cut corners when it comes to implant dentistry will get you into trouble. Although the work may look okay at first, there are countless horror stories of implant patients where dental implant have fell out after five years.
The best thing to do would be to research a dentist that does quality work and also empathizes with your budget constraints. There are dentists out there that will work with you regarding payment. To make them more affordable a dentist may offer some less expensive options or work with you on an affordable payment plan that may better fit your financial situation. Whatever you do, don’t settle for the cheapest fees or it could end up even more expensive for you in the long run. Not all dentists have outrageous fees, but with this type of work I would be extremely careful with low fees because this field is notorious for cutting corners.
Mini implants are more affordable dental implants, and removable partial dentures are less expensive too. These options may be less than ideal but have functioned well for many patients and look natural.
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Saturday, November 26th, 2011
I heard about Clear Choice dental implants from a marketing campaign on television. But after I have looked into their clinic, I’m not so sure if I want to go with them because there seem to be many complaints. I am retired so I don’t have an unlimited budget so I want to make sure I make a choice that is best for me and so I avoid dental implant failure. Can you tell me who I can trust and who to consult with?
- Pearl from Missouri
Pearl,
If that is the feeling you have after researching Clear Choice, than I would definitely recommend seeking a second opinion. From what I know about their operation, their treatment plan is to extract all of your remaining teeth and then replace them with all on four dental implants.
There are many options when it comes to dental implants and every individual is different. Implant dentistry is a specialty that should not be treated the same for everyone across the board. Experts within the field recommend starting with the restorative and/or general dentist versus the oral surgeon. This is because the dentist (not the surgeon) will be seeing the entire process through.
You will want to seek out a dentist that has impressive implant credentials. Good training to look for is any involvement with the Misch Institute or membership in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. When you find your implant dentist, they will likely have a recommendation for the oral surgeon that they trust to provide the highest quality care.
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Monday, November 14th, 2011
I have a partial denture (for 4 teeth) my dentist wants to put in a Maryland bridge instead of a new partial. I am told Maryland bridges are good for only 1 missing tooth. Do you think this bridge is appropriate? If not what would you suggest.
- Susan from Wyoming
Susan,
You’re right, Maryland bridges are generally used for one missing tooth, and even then they aren’t all that secure – they sometimes come loose, if they’re under too much stress. There might be a rare occasion when one could be used to replace two missing teeth. But four is much too big a stress. I would be surprised if it would last longer than a couple of weeks before coming loose.
For those who don’t know, a Maryland bridge is a false tooth that is attached to the adjacent teeth by means of metal wings that are bonded to the inside surfaces of those adjacent teeth.
As far as what I would suggest for your situation, that depends on a lot of things I can’t see. One thing is if these teeth are in a row or in different places in your mouth. It sounds like they’re in a row, because you talk as if your dentist can replace them with one Maryland Bridge, which would imply that. Four missing teeth in a row is a tough situation. If they are in the front, you could use one fixed dental bridge, but it would have to be anchored to four other teeth. Otherwise, another removable partial denture would be an economical situation.
And, if you would want the best possible replacement for these missing teeth, that would be the most comfortable and trouble-free, you would want to go with dental implants. But your dentist needs special expertise in dental implants to be able to do that.
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