I’m considering getting a dental implant instead of a bridge for a missing tooth, but wondered what the percentages are of a dentist damaging the adjacent teeth in the process of putting in an implant. Thanks, Becky from Montana Becky, Of course there is no way to say with 100% certainty that a dentist won’t […]
Replacing a missing tooth
One of my front teeth has gotten knocked out and I wondered what the best way to replace it would be. Can you advise me? Jennifer R. from Arizona Jennifer, There are two good ways to replace a missing tooth: a dental implant and a dental bridge. The advantage to a dental implant is it doesn’t […]
Do dental implants have warranties?
I had an implant crown placed less than a year ago. It kept catching food in the top of it, which meant I had to clean it every single time I ate. Now it has cracked and the food is going down deeper. Is there a warranty on implant crowns? What should I do? Kevin […]
Sensitive Crowns
I had three porcelain crowns put on a few weeks ago. They are very sensitive, especially to hot and cold. I’ve had a second opinion and he said there doesn’t seem to be anything obviously wrong with them. What should I do? Rebecca W.- Ft. Worth, TX Rebecca, It is not uncommon for porcelain crowns […]
I’m terrified of getting my tooth pulled
I have to get one of my teeth pulled and I’m terrified. I’m wondering if there is anything they can give me before the huge needle thing? I know you probably think I’m a baby, but I can’t stand needles. Tiffany B.- Camden, AR Tiffany, No, I don’t think you’re being a baby. A lot […]
Loose Invisalign Aligners
My dentist said I should keep my aligners in for two weeks, but after 3 days they feel so loose they are driving me crazy. If I just go ahead and put the next set in it feels better. Is it possible my teeth fix faster than most people’s? Cara C.- Philadelphia Cara, Your teeth […]