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Dental implants are often viewed as the modern gold standard for replacing missing teeth. However, in some cases, you may not be able to have them placed right away. Depending on your specific circumstances, certain preliminary treatments might need to be performed before you can receive your implant posts. Below are four examples of procedures that might be necessary if you wish to become a dental implant candidate.

1. Tooth Extractions

Dental implants aren’t just recommended for teeth that are already missing. They may also be suggested to replace teeth that are still in your mouth but are too badly damaged or decayed to be worth keeping. Of course, said teeth will need to be...

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Once you decide to get dental implants, you’ll likely want your new teeth ASAP. That’s only natural — the restorations would address your oral and cosmetic issues! Even so, don’t get ahead of yourself; you still need to prepare for your dental implant consultation. Here are four things you should expect from your dental implant consultation.

1. A Talk with Your Dentist

You’ll briefly talk with your dentist at the start of your consultation. This chat will cover what you want from dental implants, whether you qualify for them, and so on. Most of the discussion will consist of your dentist’s questions — your dental provider must confirm your dental records, oral health history, and...

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Dental implants are one of the most popular tooth replacement options available, which is why many people have looked them up. However, knowing of something is very different from exploring it! Beneath their simple surface, these amazing prosthetics are far more than meets the eye. Continue reading to find five little-known facts about dental implants that will give you the complete picture.

Dental Implants are Made of Titanium

Most dental implants are crafted from titanium, a biocompatible metal that has the unique ability to fuse with your jawbone. This process, called osseointegration, helps create a stable and long-lasting anchor for replacement prosthetics of all kinds. Another reason titanium is used in dental implant fixtures is...

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It’s not uncommon to have a bitter taste in your mouth if you’ve just consumed something that’s actually bitter, like black coffee or dark chocolate. What if the taste is constant, though? You’d probably like to know why you seem to be stuck with it, and whether it’s something worth worrying about! This post will go over some of the more common causes of this phenomena.

Acid Reflux

Of the common causes of bitter mouth, acid reflux is possibly the most common. Conditions like GERD (or simply consuming certain foods or beverages, especially acidic ones) can cause stomach acid to sort of “hiccup” up into your throat. This can create a mild and brief burning...

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