I have three dental implants that were placed about a year ago. They are uncrowned. Is it too late to get them crowned? Jonathon J.- Little Rock, AR Jonathon, If your dental implants meet the following qualifications you will be fine having crowns put on them: They are secure, not loose They are anchored into […]
Sharp edge of bone
I had a tooth extraction a few weeks ago. Since then there has been a sharp piece of bone that has been bothering me. My dentist has filed it down a little. However, he said he doesn’t want to remove any more than is necessary. Will this ever feel normal? Daniel M.- South Dakota Daniel, […]
Replacing a tooth with a crooked one
I have a tooth with one that is crooked right behind it. I hope you can picture this. The one that needs replacing is in front and the crooked one comes behind it a little. What do you recommend as a permanent replacement? Alex E. – Chicago Alex, Basically you have two permanent options to […]
Dentures don’t fit
I’ve had complete dentures for many years and as a result have severe bone loss and now cannot seem to wear them. I understand about facial collapse. What I’m wondering is if it will ever be possible for me to wear them again. Can they be adjusted somehow to work without the bone? Karen D. […]
Do dental implants have warranties?
My dental implant/crown keep catching food and now they’ve cracked. It is just under a year old. Is there a warranty? If so, how long? Isaac A.- Missouri Isaac, No, dental implants do not have warranties. That being said, if your dentist has integrity he will stand behind his work. A crown should last significantly […]
What is facial collapse?
Can you tell me what facial collapse is? My dentist says that is the reason I should get implants instead of dentures. Casey G.- New Hampshire Casey, Facial Collapse is what happens after you’ve removed all your teeth. Your body recognizes you no longer need your jawbone for your tooth roots, so it begins to […]