Are dental implants painful?
Does it hurt? Process: first appointment, two hours; second appointment, crown fitting, 1 hour max. Some injections can sting, but once the anaesthetic works, there is no pain during the treatment. Post-treatment, your gums can ache. The procedure is more intrusive than bridges. There is a little more drilling than fillings, but there is no […]
Which is most suitable for me: an implant or a crown?
Implants vs Crowns If your teeth have been affected by decay or trauma, your dentist may offer you a dental crown or an implant. The good news is that both processes are essentially pain-free. A dental implant ‘crown’ is an artificial tooth that replaces the natural tooth. The root is removed and replaced with a […]
The best way to care for your dental implants
Dental Implants Maintenance & Aftercare Guide Like all cosmetic dentistry treatments, the results and longevity of your treatment are dependent on two people: you and your dentist. We always promise to do the best on our part, but poor care will lead to damaged teeth, no matter how good of a job your dentist does. […]
Causes of teeth loss.
Teeth can be lost in a number of ways, namely, tooth decay, gum disease, infection, trauma, and failed restorative dentistry. Tooth decay is sadly a very common occurrence of tooth loss. The process of a tooth decaying, means that the sugar present in the diet, has been processed by the bacteria present in the mouth […]