Missing a tooth is more than just a cosmetic issue—it poses a significant threat to your oral health and overall well-being. Often overlooked, the bone beneath a missing tooth starts to deteriorate almost immediately. Over time, this silent process can lead to facial structure changes, difficulty performing daily activities, and even further tooth loss. The …
A complete smile plays a vital role in our overall well-being. Missing teeth can impact not only your appearance but also your ability to eat, speak, and chew comfortably. At Pence Family Dentistry, a leading dental practice in the Fishers, Indiana area, we understand the challenges associated with missing teeth and offer a variety of …
After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could affect your smiles, such as decay, gum disease, …
What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are fixed dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this article, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base …
What do you do if your dental crown moves or comes off completely? It may have loosened or come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this has happened to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1. First things first, find your …
At Pence Family Dentistry, we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations Dental implants replace the tooth …
If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have a critical decision. Will you choose traditional dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is really no contest when you consider the advantages of implants. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and tooth implants. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An …
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 …
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 …
