Breast Implants: Info, Prices, Photos, Rewiews, Q&A

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May 11, 2018 / Jul 24, 2019

How long after implants can I start wearing my partials again?

Partial Wear After Implants
May 28, 2016

Thank you for your question.  Dentists and surgeons typically prescribe around 2-4 months for proper healing time for implants to integrate with stability into your bone.  We prefer more healing in the posterior regions of the mouth.  Maxillary (upper jaw bone) is less dense and thus without radiographic imaging, it hard to ascertain the quality and condition of your bone at present.  Having said that, typically after an implant is placed, either a cover or protective screw or healing att…

Had a tooth extraction 2 weeks ago with bone graft and implant. Left side second molar from the back.

Persistent Swelling
May 28, 2016

Thank you for your question.  Without any photos or images, it can be difficult to make a definitive diagnosis. We are assuming here it is not related to the tooth that was extracted and also any remaining teeth still present.  A potential differential (assuming the area is on the side of your cheek) could be a local anesthetic injection hematoma.  Dental injections are intra-muscular – meaning they do penetrate through various tissues and muscles to achieve the sedative effect desired.  I…

I had crowns put on my incisors. I feel the back of the crowns with my tongue constantly! Should it be

Tongue Touching Crowns
Jun 30, 2015

Thank you for your question. I am assuming you were in custom temporaries while your porcelain crowns were being fabricated in which case the “feel factor” will be different from the temporary material to the porcelain. Note how long you have had the crowns cemented. One week or two may take some adjusting but several weeks in, you should consult again with your dentist. Make a note if the crowns are all porcelain or if a porcelain to metal interface was utilized on…

How stable is a #19 molar tooth implant?

Implant Longevity
Jun 25, 2015

Thank you for your question. Implants when placed in a predictable location with proper bone support (sometimes bone grafting can be needed for additional stability), can have an extremely favorable prognosis when planned correctly. From a force standpoint, it is important to understand our natural teeth have ligaments that provide sensational feedback for pressure and pain. When a tooth is removed, the ligament and supporting structures (nerves and fibers) are also removed…

What can i do for a Non-vital front tooth that is not painful or infected?

Whitening non-vital teeth
Jun 24, 2015

Thank you for your question. First and foremost, if a tooth is determined “non-vital” there should be diagnostic information on hand to back up the diagnosis. Ensure, you have been properly educated with your dental team on what the etiology is that has caused your tooth to be non-vital. Assess your radiographs and clinical exam info together with your dentist to better understand if you have an infection, dental caries and/or possibly trauma to the tooth for the vitality…

Unfortunately the majority of my teeth have large fillings. I was wondering what my options are to whi

Whitening Large Fillings
Jun 24, 2015

Thank you for your question. There are shade scales that dentists use to determine the shade of a patient’s teeth. For a large part of the general public, the shade A-2 is very common. Without photos or the exact extent and location of your fillings, it’s difficult to determine the best course without further consultation. I would suggest to contact your local cosmetic dentist, update your exam and together determine your goals and candidacy for whitening.Obviously, if…

There appears to be a gap between one of my capped teeth & the gum line. Is this a sign that the gum m

Crown Gum-Line Discoloration
Jun 24, 2015

Thank you for your question. It’s very difficult to ascertain the specific etiology from the photograph alone without a thorough dental exam and proper intra-oral / radiographic imaging. Discoloration from your crown around the gum margins can be caused by several different factors. The material under the crown (often if it’s metal) can cast a darker effect over time with the margins (or borders), dental decay under the crown could also be a contributing source as well…