I have never had dental insurance and as a result my teeth are a mess. I’ve finally gotten a job that provides insurance and leapt at the chance to get to a dentist. Unfortunately, the news was not good. I should have expected that but hoped that brushing my teeth like I was supposed to […]
My Dentist Won’t Give Me Dental Implants Because I Smoke
Does a dentist have a right to refuse you a procedure just because he doesn’t like one of your habits? I lost a tooth and want to get a dental implant, but my dentist said no because I am a smoker. Can he do that? Louis Dear Louis, Dental implants are by far the best […]
Dental Sedation Decision
I’ve avoided the dentist for years. I’m starting to have some problems, like bleeding gums. I know I need to find a way to get back and get the care I need. I’ve had many bad experiences so this has been hard to think about. I’ve done some research and I keep reading that dental […]
Saving a Knocked Out Tooth
I was at a hockey game and saw one of the young men lose a tooth. I always heard the mothers joking about needing a good dental plan if your son joins the team. It got me wondering. Can those teeth be saved or do they have to get replacements for all the teeth they […]
Solutions for a Stuntman Who Can’t Seem to Keep His Teeth?
I’m a movie stuntman. I lose more teeth than most of my colleagues. I’m not sure why, but I need to find a solution for replacing my teeth that keep falling out until my luck changes. Will dental implants work? I’m not the best at going to the dentist. I know it sounds ridiculous given […]
Dental Implants for Teeth Falling Out
My mom’s teeth have just started falling out. We don’t know why. She doesn’t have any cavities or anything like that. We’ll need to replace her teeth, but I’m not sure the best option, given that she’s lost four teeth and I don’t know if more will come out. I’ve heard good things about dental […]