I recently notice that my implant I had placed about two years ago is loose and feels like it could come out. I had to save up for quite a while to afford to get it and now I’m afraid my dentist is going to charge me to have the implant redone. Will I have […]
Are my implant dreams “up in smoke”?
I’ve smoked for most of my adult life. Unfortunately, it’s taken a huge toll on my dental health. I have gum disease so bad that I’ve lost several teeth. I’m to the point where I am embarrassed to smile and recently decided I want to pull the rest of my teeth and get dental implants […]
Should I go on vacation the same week I get dental implants?
I’ve been waiting a while to get implants done, and I finally was able to get the procedure scheduled. I’ll be seeing my dentist on a Monday to start the work. I have a vacation planned that requires leaving the area later the same week on Friday. I’m curious, what is the recovery time? I […]
I feel bad telling my dentist I can’t afford implants
I’ve had problems with my teeth for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I’ve accumulated a mouthful of fillings, a few crowns and also a bridge. As if things couldn’t get any worse, one of the teeth holding my bridge in place broke last week. My dentist recommended a couple of implants. […]
I need implants to replace my missing teeth, but my insurance won’t pay!
I was recently in a biking accident and injured both of my front teeth beyond repair. My best option is dental implants, and I’m totally on board because it’s important to me that I have the most natural-looking smile when it’s all said and done. My dentist is saying my insurance won’t cover much on […]
The Healing Cap Came off My Dental Implant- What Do I Do?
I’m about six months into the healing phase of the dental implant process and the top metal bit came off. I can only imagine where it went. I’m terrified that I’ve swallowed it. Worse yet, I’ve got a gaping hole in my mouth and I’m afraid something bad is going to happen. Will I get […]