“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” -Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605 When Cervantes wrote Don Quixote, there was no way to replace teeth that were lost to decay or injury. We are fortunate to live at a time where there is a permanent technologically-advanced replacement for missing teeth: the amazing […]
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
The condition of your teeth has a significant impact on your a high quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. The path from a healthy smile to a toothless mouth is downhill. Tooth decay and gum disease are painful. Treatment such as fillings and root canals can strain the budget. If the teeth […]
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for men and women who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to carry out the procedure. This is a key decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making […]
How Do Implant Dentures Work?
Many people know that a dental implant is an ideal tooth restoration. Some don’t realize, however, that two or more can support a partial or full denture. This can be a more budget-friendly option than having many implants while still providing many improvements as compared to conventional dentures. Today’s message answers the most common questions […]
Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Boise area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a […]
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no natural teeth. Many men and women with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s problematic to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive […]