I’m a bit concerned about my post-operative care with my dental implant procedure. About six months later, he decided we needed to remove the implant because the bone was building around the area. He told me after the procedure that the dental implant perforated the sinus by only a few millimeters. He acted like that […]
Dentist Wants My Son to Remove all His Teeth
I have a 23-year-old son who is a recovering drug addict. He’s done really well the last six months and now I’m working to help him get his teeth back under control. As a result, he’s lost quite a few teeth. I want to get him dental implants for those and do what we can […]
Fosamax and Dental Implants
I am on Fosamax and need to replace a front tooth. I was hoping to do a dental implant but my dentist said I am not a candidate for that because of the Fosamax. He suggested we do a removable partial denture. I want something a bit more permanent, like a bridge (though secretly, I […]
Should I Switch Implant Dentists in the Middle of the Procedure?
I don’t know what to do. I’m replacing two teeth with dental implants. Both teeth, though not right next to each other, are visible when I smile. My dentist has done two Maryland Bridges while waiting for the healing to take place, but they don’t seem to stay on for more than a day at […]
Dental Insurance for Dental Implants
I’m losing my teeth and have been looking at my options. I think I’d like to get dental implants but wondered if dental insurance would cover them? Benjamin Dear Benjamin, You’ve picked the best tooth replacement option. Dental implants are the closest thing to having your healthy natural teeth back. As for dental insurance, they […]
Are There Metal-Free Dental Implants?
I have lost some teeth in the back of my mouth. I need to repalce them. My dream is to get dental implants and I have the money. The problem is I have severe metal allergies and I know they are done with metal implants. Are there any options which are metal free? Candace Dear […]
Dental Implant Emergency?
I’m a couple of months into my dental implant procedure. I noticed yesterday it started feeling different. When I pushed on the surrounding area it was sort of malleable. I left it alone and decided I’d call on Monday because we were going into the weekend. Today, though, my whole jaw is swollen and I […]
Can Patients Order Implant Parts to Save Money?
I have snap-on implant dentures. I often need to replace the male retention caps. My dentist charges me $20 a pop, but I see them online for $20 for a set. I feel I’m being gouged. Is there any way for a patient to order these? The website where I see them only seem to […]
Bad Breath with Dental Implants
My husband was in an accident which caused him to lose a tooth. He chose to replace it with a dental implant because he wanted the best replacement possible. He’s in a very public job and appearance is important. About a month after he had the implant done I started noticing his breathtaking a turn […]
Protecting Yourself from Dental Implant Disaster
I read a story about this poor woman who’d suffered severe damage to her jaw and health because of dental implants by a doctor called Dr. Mansueto. Is there a way to protect yourself from that type of issue? Alan Dear Alan, I know the case you’re referring to. First, I’ll say there were quite […]
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