When it comes to choosing a dental prosthetic to replace your missing tooth or teeth, the decision may feel a bit overwhelming. To keep you feeling excited rather than unsure, we prefer to offer as much education as possible. If you have been thinking about dental implants to complete your smile, you may be wondering… Read more »
Category: Dental Implants
A Look at the Types of Dental Implants
It may surprise you to learn that the idea of dental implants dates back as far as 1,350 years ago. An excavated Mayan burial site in Honduras unearthed the remains of a woman believed to be in her twenties, with three shells placed where her lower incisor teeth should have been, and compact bone formation… Read more »
Compelling Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
Have you ever entertained the idea of replacing your missing teeth with dental implants? What is holding you back? We often find that patients have a broad understanding of a prosthetic solution but are unaware of the major benefits surrounding the details. If you have been thinking about how to best address your tooth loss… Read more »
FAQs: What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
When you lose a tooth or even multiple teeth, you may find simple daily activities, such as eating or speaking, become difficult. In addition, you may feel hesitate to engage in social situations or interact with friends. Don’t let tooth loss have a negative impact on your life, especially when replacement options, such as innovative… Read more »
Dental Implants in Your 30s, 40s, and 50s
We’ve come a long way since the days when dentists replaced patients’ missing teeth with those of dogs, baboons, and even cadavers (not even kidding). And while there have been remarkable advances in the materials, function, and fit of dental prosthetics and implants, not everyone realizes how many different groups of people can benefit from… Read more »
What Are The Steps For Dental Implants?
You are not happy with the way your teeth and your smile look. You may have a missing tooth or may have lost several teeth in an accident or from periodontal disease. What you know is that you do not look your absolute best. So, you begin to look for alternatives. One of those alternatives… Read more »
An Overview Of Dental Implants
It may seem that everywhere you go lately, you hear about dental implants. Friends and family likely had successful dental implant surgery. You may have even heard them mentioned the last time you had your dental procedure with Dr. Shawn Hofkes. You, however, may want a general overview of the procedure, and find out if… Read more »
Dental Implants vs. Fixed Bridges
The disadvantages of tooth loss extend beyond the obvious oral health problems. It also results in loss of confidence, and possible problems with eating and speech. You don’t have to live with that embarrassment. High quality dental implants at our Cerritos, CA practice may be the optimal choice for replacing missing teeth.
Are Dental Implants the Most Cost Effective Option for Missing Teeth?
The effects of tooth loss can be devastating for adults of all ages. Dental implants can restore your missing teeth and your confidence. If you are considering restorative treatment, dental implant cost may be your biggest concern. At our Cerritos, CA practice, we offer high quality implants that are a great investment in your continuing… Read more »
Premedicating Before Oral Surgery: What You Need to Know
Did you ever wonder why you have to fill out a medical history form at the dentist’s office? After all, he’s just fixing your teeth, right? Actually, the health of your mouth is intimately connected to your general health. Similarly, the state of your general health can amplify the risks associated with certain types of… Read more »
