If you are not happy with your smile, we invite you to think about a complete smile redesign. 1. Look and feel younger. 2. Improve your oral health. 3. Increase your confidence. 4. Smile all the time! Hello, I am Dr. Pence. Welcome to my dental blog. I serve my patients at Pence Family Dentistry …
No. Tooth implants have been placed in millions of men and women. Some studies have revealed a success rate as high as 98%. Dental implants have been perfected and tested If you don’t follow the dental industry, you may not be aware that teeth implants have been used since the 1960’s. According to the American …
Do you have gaps in your smile? Many U.S. adults are missing one or more teeth. You probably already know that missing teeth detract from an attractive smile. You may be self-conscious about your smile. Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? Perhaps you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of …
The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a heavy-duty foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to consistently produce new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a …
Many Fishers IN dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they decide on composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched exactly to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam …
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps wearers taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed …
Have you ever been told that your smile is beyond repair? That may not be true. At Pence Family Dentistry we perform dental miracles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant Solution: Bone Grafting As a replacement for a missing tooth, a dental …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no original teeth. Many people with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s difficult to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for …
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of individuals without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your …
Your face is always on display for others to see. You can’t hide it behind long sleeves, baggy jeans, or a hat. Many lucky Fishers residents who have received smile makeovers at Pence Family Dentistry believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole face. Some Indianapolis professionals have corrected tooth problems prior to beginning a …
