Alveolar osteitis is a condition comprised of an uncomfortably dry socket where a permanent tooth has been lost or extracted. A tooth extraction is an oral surgery which is often followed up by dental implant surgery. During the time that your tooth is healing, a blood clot forms. This is part of the healing process, meant… Read more »
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Do you have Questions about Dental Implants?
When a dentist passionately recommends dental implants for tooth replacement, don’t feel like you’re being “sold.” There’s no argument that implants are the most natural tooth-like replacement option which will yield long-lasting results. If you are considering dental implants yourself, you may have some questions, which Vernon Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg is happy… Read more »
Exciting Research Strides for Patients with Lost Teeth or Jaw Disfigurement
Severe gum disease (periodontitis) is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. When teeth became loose in the past, there was little we could hope to do to stop them from eventually coming out. Meanwhile, jawbone depletion means facial structure begins to collapse upon itself. People with mandibular cancer have a similar battle at hand… Read more »
Do Dental Implants Make you Look Younger?
Your beautiful smile might get taken for granted from time to time. You’ll never regret this more than if you end up losing a tooth. Rooted teeth might be a natural occurrence, so it stands to reason that losing them feels very unnatural and uncomfortable. Accidents and injuries are sometimes impossible to avoid, but keeping up with… Read more »
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