If you’ve got one or more missing teeth, you don’t need me to tell you those gaps aren’t just in your mouth — you’re also probably lacking something in self-confidence as well as your ability to speak, smile and chew with ease. Missing teeth are damaging in a number of ways.
You know your missing teeth are interfering with your success — so why haven’t you done something about it yet? Often, it’s a lack of information that keeps us from taking the steps we need to improve ourselves. But if you’re reading this post, you must know you have options with dental implants. And knowing is the first step to improving your smile — and bettering your life.
For years, dental implants have had a reputation as being painful, invasive and expensive. You should know that today’s dental implants aren’t the same as the ones your grandma got in the 70s — what was once a difficult and expensive procedure has now become a practical, sensible solution for missing teeth. Read on to find out if dental implants are right for you. (more…)
Did you know that even one missing tooth can change your face? Over time, the jawbone and gum tissue that support and shape facial features deteriorate creating wrinkles, indentations, and sagging. Even patients who wear traditional dentures experience these changes because the root of the tooth actually stimulates the retention of gum tissue and bone density. Traditional tooth replacement options only restore the visible parts of teeth, but dental implants replace the entire tooth from the roots up. That means patients are better able to retain gum tissue and bone density, and maintain their youthful appearance. At South Shore Dental Care, we offer the dental implants Massapequa residents prefer. Our skilled dentists, friendly team, and patient-centered care make us the ideal dental implant dentist for all of