Your teeth are among the strongest parts of your body, but they are not indestructible. Far from it! A fall, a collision, or any number of other accidents can result in a chipped or broken tooth. If it happens to you or a loved one, contact us at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte for restorative treatment…
Restorative dentistry
Missing Teeth? Don’t Miss Out On A Beautiful Smile
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte may be just what you’ve been hoping for. Why is that? Dental implants support replacement teeth that look and function like the real thing. Not only that, they help to preserve your jaw bone, which can deteriorate…
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we consider jaw bone health. To remain strong the jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it…
Tooth Replacement For The 21st Century
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Not everything was better back in the good old days. Take old-style dentures, for instance. They’ve improved many lives, but there is a better option from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte: implant-supported dentures. There are two types of implant anchored dentures: removable and permanent. No adhesive is required for either system. With the permanent type, screw…
Dental Crowns Solve Dental Dilemmas
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking tooth restoration that covers the top of a damaged tooth. At Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has lost a considerable…
3-Tooth Solution For A 1-Tooth Problem?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
If you have a missing tooth and want to restore that gap in your smile, it is essential to examine the differences between a dental bridge and a permanent dental implant, two of the restorative dentistry procedures available at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Dental bridges have replaced teeth for generations. However, they have some drawbacks:…
Innovative Implants For Confident Smiles
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Many people have experienced an improvement in self-confidence after dental implant treatment at Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. How Do Missing Teeth Affect Your Life? Missing teeth can impair your ability to speak and eat. Extensive tooth loss can make it difficult to eat a healthy diet. Dental implants can relieve pain, correct bite troubles, and…
Are Dentures Secured By Implants The Solution For Your Missing Teeth?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
Dentures secured by implants are held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are called dental implants, which can be used in many different ways. In this article from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, we describe one application: securing a full dental arch to either the upper or lower jaw. How are…
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
The condition of your teeth has a big impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. But now there is a better option than conventional dentures: implant-supported dentures from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte. Conventional dentures rest against the gums. They can irritate soft tissue, and make breathing, eating, tasting food,…
Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative dentistry
In this post from Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte we discuss dental implants as an alternative to traditional dental bridges. Bridges have been a standard tooth replacement option for many years. There is more than one type, but the most commmon consists of an artificial tooth held in place by dental crowns on either side of…
