Gale Ranch Family Dental Blog

Dentures have allowed many patients to enjoy having a complete smile after tooth loss, and today’s models are so lifelike and comfortable that they are barely noticed by their wearers and casual observers alike. However, some people may worry that since losing their teeth their jawbones have atrophied too much to support dentures. Here’s a brief overview of how the jawbone reacts to tooth loss and why you may still be an excellent candidate for dentures even if you lost your teeth a long time ago.

Everyone knows that a bright, well-kept smile can turn heads and inspire confidence. However, many people face challenges with their teeth—decay, chipped and broken enamel, and other issues all detract from aesthetics. So, what is the solution to this multitude of dental detractors? Cosmetic dentistry!

Keep reading to learn how the wide range of cosmetic treatments available can help you get your smile back.

You may already know that many experts consider dental implants to be the gold standard of tooth restoration because of the many advantages they provide. They’re the only option that includes a titanium rod that’s inserted into your jawbone to keep it active and healthy, for instance. While this is often an ideal way to fill in the gap left behind by a lost tooth, dentists are seeing a trend in patients wanting to replace perfectly healthy teeth, too. If you’re wondering whether you should swap a viable tooth with a dental implant, keep reading to learn more about it!