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Posted on 2/24/2022 10:42 AM By Dr. James Pace
Are removable teeth causing you to miss eating all of your favorite foods? Are you tired of your teeth moving while you are trying to eat? Are you tired of having to put glue on your dentures every so often to make sure that your teeth stay in place?
Dental implants might be just the right option for you so that you can eat and do daily functions with ease. A dentist in Nashville, TN is willing to assist you with seeing if dental implants are the best option for you.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
Dental implants work much like your real teeth. You can do just about anything with your dental implants that you are with your real teeth. You do not have to worry about your teeth moving or sliding while you are eating or just doing daily functions.
Since your dental implants work like your real teeth, you can care for them just like your real teeth. Right after implant surgery you will be on a strict diet until your mouth heals properly.
Listed below are some of the foods that you can ...
Posted on 2/21/2022 10:33 AM By Dr. James Pace
Do you have a low tolerance for pain? Are you scared to correct your teeth because of the pain that may come from it? Have you heard horror stories about the pain that comes from dental implants?
Well, everyone’s experience is different. You may or may not experience pain when it comes to dental implants. A dentist in Nashville, TN is more than happy to assist you with letting you know what the experience will be like when you get dental implants.
What Should You Expect While Getting Dental Implants?
When you are having dental implantation surgery, it is usually done under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia which means you shouldn’t feel any pain during the dental implant surgery.
With recovery, there could be some pain and or discomfort and can last a few days, but it is often cured with using medication. If you have pain that lasts more than a few days and/or the pain gets worse, your team of dental professionals will be able to instruct you on the best p ...
Posted on 2/14/2022 10:37 AM By Dr. James Pace
Is your bite alignment thrown off? Is your face shape altering? Are you self-conscious of your missing teeth? Have you not been able to smile because you are afraid of what someone will think about you? Dental implants might be the best tooth replacement option for you in Nashville, TN.
Even though there has been so many updates to dental care procedures, many people still suffer from the loss of their teeth, due to injury, tooth decay and/or gum disease. We can assist you with making sure you are a great candidate for dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Artificial tooth roots that are surgically placed in the jawbone are considered dental implants. The bone surrounding the implants will grow, securing the implant in place over the course of a few months. The gap is then filled by the replacement tooth being attached with a metal connector to the implant.
Who Is A Candidate For Dental Implants?
In most cases, anyone who has undergone oral surgery or ...
Posted on 2/9/2022 10:30 AM By Dr. James Pace
Has your confidence level decreased since you are not able to smile because of missing teeth? Are you embarrassed because you have holes in your mouth? Are you ready to smile bigger and brighter than ever before? Have you heard of dental implants in Nashville, TN? A dentist is willing and ready to discuss dental implants options available to you.
Improving Your Smile
Many Americans experience tooth loss or injury, which, if left untreated, can lead to atrophy or weakening of the jaw muscles. Dental implants can correct this issue AND provide you with a beautiful new smile. Since dental implants also mimic the look of natural teeth, you can rest assured that they will give you a great look.
Additional advantages of dental implants are:
Enhanced Appearance:
They look and feel like your own teeth. They also become permanent.
Better Speech:
Your teeth don’t slip, causing you to mumble or slur your words
Easier Eating:
Dental implants are made to make it easier for yo ...
Posted on 1/21/2022 10:32 AM By Dr. James Pace
If you are experiencing tooth loss for any reason, including trauma or tooth decay leading to extraction, it may cause you to be hesitant about showing off beautiful pearly whites. Implanted supported dentures, also known as snap-in dentures, might just be a great option for you to consider to get back to a place of increased self-confidence again regarding your smile. A dentist in Nashville, TN can guide you in deciding if implant supported dentures would be the right treatment decision for you.
What are Implant Supported Dentures?
Traditional dentures tend to slip out occasionally, often at the most inconvenient times, but snap-in dentures are a new innovative way to keep your dentures in place on a regular basis. Dental screws are used as the basis of dental implants to position them in the jawbone to anchor them securely. Up to 10 implants can be inserted at a time.
An overdenture can be permanently placed or removed for cleaning purposes. One deciding factor if you should get impla ...
Posted on 1/16/2022 10:29 AM By Dr. James Pace
Even though there have been so many updates to dental care procedures, many people still suffered from the loss of their teeth, due to injury, decaying teeth, and periodontal disease. Bridges and dentures were the only options to replace missing teeth for many years, that was until dental implants came about.
What are dental implants you ask? Dental implants are replacements of roots of your teeth. A dentist in Nashville, TN can assist you with making sure you are a great candidate for dental implants.
Who Is A Candidate For Dental Implants?
In most case scenarios, anyone who can have oral surgery or simple extractions is a good candidate for dental implants. You must have enough bone and healthy gums to support the implant. Regular dental visits and daily oral hygiene is a must. Patients with uncontrolled chronic disorder such as heart disease and diabetes must be seen on an individual basis.
Advantages of Dental Implants
Convenience - No messy adhesives needed, remains in pla ...
Posted on 1/13/2022 10:22 AM By Dr. James Pace
Are you seeking options to replace one or more missing teeth, but you are nervous because of the myths that you have heard about dental implants? A dentist in Nashville, TN can assist with choosing the perfect tooth or teeth replacement options for you. To aid in your decision making, listed below are 5 myths that you can kick to the curb.
1. Dental Implants are purely aesthetic or cosmetic.
Aesthetics or functionality could have been what the early dental pioneer were aiming for, something we currently do not know. What is known is that implants are skin deep, like your natural teeth.
Understanding the structure of your teeth aids in how dental implants works. Living roots are connected to your teeth below your gums and invisible to the naked eye to securely anchored your teeth in place and issue positive stress chewing to your teeth. Bone loss is one of the unsought side effects of missing teeth, The jawbone becomes small and goes back into the body, due to the reduction of posi ...
Posted on 1/8/2022 10:17 AM By Dr. James Pace
If you are experiencing tooth loss due to decay or trauma, you may be interested in replacing them. A great option to do so is with dental implants. For your convenience, dental implants can often be placed within the same day as your visit to a dentist in Nashville, TN.
Dental implants are colored to match the look of your natural tooth, and a dentist can assess your oral environment to ensure that you are a good fit for this amazing tooth replacement option.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
For dental implants to be successful, a healthy jawbone foundation and gums are necessary. A dentist will determine your eligibility for dental implants using advanced technology such 3D dental imaging equipment to capture 3D images of your current oral health. Dental implants are an investment and ensuring that your mouth is healthy enough to receive this procedure is necessary. Once approved for dental implants, the discussions on eligibility of a same day procedure or if additional procedures are ne ...
Posted on 12/23/2021 2:25 PM By Dr. James Pace
If you are experiencing multiple missing teeth or are completely without teeth, full arch dental implants may be a great solution to restore a new smile, oral health, oral function, and may renew your self-confidence, and can be a great alternative to dentures. A dentist in Nashville, TN can guide you in the right direction of choosing which option is best for you.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
Typically, if a patient had multiple missing teeth, a dentist in Nashville, TN would recommend a dental bridge or denture restoration solution. Dentures are full arch prosthetics that rest on the gums. As time progresses, missing a tooth root to stimulate healthy bone growth will lead to receding bone, causing the denture to fit poorly. Poor-fitting dentures cause discomfort by rubbing against the gums, embarrassment due to slipping and shifting while talking and eating and will lead patients to utilize messy adhesives to offer stability to the prosthetic to stay in the mouth. Due to these issues, pa ...
Posted on 12/19/2021 2:20 PM By Dr. James Pace
If you are experiencing tooth loss or decay, you might be interested in learning about options to remedy this issue. If so, a dentist in Nashville, TN may suggest placing dental implants. Dental implants are a great way to get a new beautiful smile, and there are several options that offer this result in a natural looking and functioning way, that will allow you to execute daily activities with a new look and smile!
What Is The Dental Implant Process Like?
You may be wondering about how the dental implantation process works and how your results may look. Dental implants are placed in the bone of the jaw and are then covered with a natural looking dental crown or tooth cap to replace any teeth that are unhealthy, crooked, or not suitable for a healthy oral environment.
Before getting dental implants placed, a dental specialist in Nashville, TN will assess the health of your jaw, mouth, and gums to make sure you are the right candidate for dental implants, as this can affect the longevity ...