Dental Implants

No. Dental implants have been placed in millions of people. 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 dental implants have been used since the 1960’s. According to the American Academy of…

Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various merits over traditional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function The upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps patients taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are…

At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we know the holidays can be a chance to rejoice and relax for many. But for just as many folks – especially those with missing teeth – it can also be a daunting endeavor. After all, holidays include a ton of socialization and interaction. If you feel your smile isn’t…

Patients who are thinking about a dental implant from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte often ask how long they last. An implant is a significant investment, after all. Do they really last a lifetime, like people say? The answer is yes, but an explanation is in order. A dental implant is not a replacement tooth, but…

Do dental implants really function like natural teeth? That question comes up at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, as patients weigh their tooth replacement options. Dental implants may sound too good to be true, but we can assure you: they really do look and function like natural teeth. We’ll use this blog post to describe exactly…

The dental implants available at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte provide support for the most realistic replacement teeth available: artificial teeth that look and function like the real thing. With proper care, dental implants can last the rest of your life. Dental implants are made from titanium or zirconia. These lightweight metal posts are surgically placed…

There are several options for people who have lost one or more of their teeth. One of them is to do nothing, but at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we strongly recommend looking into dental implants. If you don’t do anything about a missing tooth, then there are consequences that might otherwise be avoidable. Within a…