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Monday, June 29, 2009
Dental Implant vs. Bridge
How does one decide how to replace a lost tooth?
This is a dilemma faced by many patients and unfortunately the answer is not always that simple.
Dental Implants are wonderful however, they are not for everyone. There are indeed many contraindications to implant placement. These include but are not limited to taking Bisphosphonates like Actonel, Fosamax and Boniva, a history of uncontrolled Diabetes and history of Radiation therapy. Sometimes there is not adequate bone to hold the implant in place or the teeth on either side of the missing one need restoring anyway and the patient chooses not to have a surgical procedure.
However, in situations where a patient has no contraindications using a dental implant to replace a missing tooth an Implant can be the best and most conservative option. I place and restore dental implants all the time with tremendous success. I too would choose that option if the situation should arise in my own mouth.
If you are presented with such a dilemma give me a call at 203-256-8073 for your Free Consultation and let's see if indeed Dental Implants are for you.
This is a dilemma faced by many patients and unfortunately the answer is not always that simple.
Dental Implants are wonderful however, they are not for everyone. There are indeed many contraindications to implant placement. These include but are not limited to taking Bisphosphonates like Actonel, Fosamax and Boniva, a history of uncontrolled Diabetes and history of Radiation therapy. Sometimes there is not adequate bone to hold the implant in place or the teeth on either side of the missing one need restoring anyway and the patient chooses not to have a surgical procedure.
However, in situations where a patient has no contraindications using a dental implant to replace a missing tooth an Implant can be the best and most conservative option. I place and restore dental implants all the time with tremendous success. I too would choose that option if the situation should arise in my own mouth.
If you are presented with such a dilemma give me a call at 203-256-8073 for your Free Consultation and let's see if indeed Dental Implants are for you.
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Dr. Worthington
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8:37 AM
Monday, June 22, 2009
How do you choose who should do your Porcelain Veneers?
When we talk about real estate we zero in on Location, Location, Location. When considering any Cosmetic Dental procedure like Porcelain Veneers the mantra is Experience, Experience, Experience!
Don't hesitate to ask the dentist how many Porcelain Veneers he or she has done. Feel free to ask to talk to a patient or 2 who has gone through the procedure. Make sure that all the before and after pictures are actual patients of the dentist. Beware! Just because the dentist can computer generate a change in your smile doesn't mean they can actually do the work.
After doing more than two thousand Porcelain Veneers I feel very comfortable doing the most complex cases as easily as the simple ones and I love doing it! Give me a call and lets talk about what we can do for you.
Don't hesitate to ask the dentist how many Porcelain Veneers he or she has done. Feel free to ask to talk to a patient or 2 who has gone through the procedure. Make sure that all the before and after pictures are actual patients of the dentist. Beware! Just because the dentist can computer generate a change in your smile doesn't mean they can actually do the work.
After doing more than two thousand Porcelain Veneers I feel very comfortable doing the most complex cases as easily as the simple ones and I love doing it! Give me a call and lets talk about what we can do for you.
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Dr. Worthington
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12:36 PM
Monday, June 15, 2009
The Wonderful World of Dental Implants
Imagine a lost tooth being replaced with a bionic one of sorts!
That is now possible with the wonderful world of dental implants! A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium that can be place in the bone where a tooth was lost. Once healed, the dental implant serves as an anchor for a crown or cap that can look exactly like the one that was lost
In addition to replacing one tooth, Dental Implants can also be used to secure loose fitting dentures or "plates". Many people have upper dentures that function very well but hate their lower denture because it constantly moves causing pain and irritation. Dental implants can be placed in the lower jaw and a special snap type attachment can be added to the inside of the denture so that the appliance can be "snapped" into place minimizing any movement.
For more information on Dental Implantc and other Cosmetic Dental procedures visit my web site: Worthington Cosmetic Dentistry. We offer a Free Consultation so you can learn about all the amazing options available to you as well as the exact cost.
That is now possible with the wonderful world of dental implants! A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium that can be place in the bone where a tooth was lost. Once healed, the dental implant serves as an anchor for a crown or cap that can look exactly like the one that was lost
In addition to replacing one tooth, Dental Implants can also be used to secure loose fitting dentures or "plates". Many people have upper dentures that function very well but hate their lower denture because it constantly moves causing pain and irritation. Dental implants can be placed in the lower jaw and a special snap type attachment can be added to the inside of the denture so that the appliance can be "snapped" into place minimizing any movement.
For more information on Dental Implantc and other Cosmetic Dental procedures visit my web site: Worthington Cosmetic Dentistry. We offer a Free Consultation so you can learn about all the amazing options available to you as well as the exact cost.
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Dr. Worthington
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7:31 AM
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Welcome to Our Cosmetic Dentistry Blog
Thank you for visiting our cosmetic dentistry blog. Our Westport Cosmetic Dentistry office provides many services including teeth whitening and porcelain veneers. We look forward to serving you.
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