Dental restorations, like dental implants or denture implant anchors, typically require a strong, healthy bone structure to anchor them in place. If you suffered bone loss in the affected area from oral trauma or periodontal disease, Dr. [doctor_name] might recommend having a bone graft installed in advance of the restoration.

This is a simple outpatient oral surgery that often requires deep sedation. You will need to arrange for a friend or family member to drive you home afterward as the sedative effect may take awhile to fully dissipate.

Dr. [doctor_name] can sample the grafted bone tissues from your chin or a special surgical-grade cadaver. Dr. [doctor_name] will then make a small incision in your gums to gain access to the underlying bone structure. The grafted bone material will then be set into place and the gums will be sutured closed. As time goes on, your body will naturally integrate the graft into your existing bone structure.

The length of your recovery process will depend on your age, overall health, and quality aftercare. Tobacco use can prove to be significantly troublesome as it can irritate the gums, increase healing time, and potentially cause an infection. Be sure to follow the recommendations of your dentist.

If you are contemplating a dental restoration in [city], [state], call [phone] to schedule a consultation at [practice_name] today. We will be happy to help you with your dental needs and smile!

Most people work hard to take good care of their bodies to ensure good health. But a healthy smile is just as important to your well-being, and since this month is Thanksgiving and it is tradition to express gratitude for the things we love, remember your pearly whites. In fact, if you are looking for a reason to love your smile, we have three of them to share with you today.

#1 Self-Image: The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry conducted a Whitening Survey in 2012 and found that 99.7% of Americans believe a smile is an important social asset. In fact, 74% of the respondents felt that an unattractive smile can hurt a person’s chances of having career success, and 96% of adults felt that an attractive smile makes a person more appealing to members of the opposite sex.

#2 Nutrition and Energy: Along with a positive self-image, your teeth provide a necessary function to your overall health. They grind the food you eat to provide nourishment to your body. In fact, proper saliva production along with your pearly whites break down these nutrients, helping to prevent diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, lower bloating and gas to improve your digestion. This process also helps with weight loss and give you energy by helping your body better absorb nutrients.

#3 Effective Communication: Your healthy smile also helps you speak and communicate with the people around you. This allows you to interact with friends, family, co-workers and all the people you interact with during a typical day. Daily interactions truly provide a vital service and you can thank your pearly whites for that!

At [practice_name] in [city], [state], we encourage you to brush and floss daily, maintain regular dental cleanings and checkups, and don’t forget to show off your healthy, confident smile! To schedule your next visit with Dr. [doctor_name], please call [phone] today.

A healthier smile is as close as your dental floss dispenser! The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing at least twice each day and flossing at least once a day for a healthy smile.

While toothbrushes effectively remove plaque and food debris from the tops and sides of teeth, dental floss reaches those tight crevices between teeth and the teeth and gum line. It doesn’t matter whether you floss before or after brushing or when you go to bed or when you wake up–the key is to be thorough when flossing. This means you will need to set enough time aside to do the job right.

Time to Floss:

First, choose a floss that works for you, whether it is a single filament (monofilament) floss or nylon multifilament floss, both work well.

— To begin flossing, pull about 18 inches of floss from your floss dispenser.

— Carefully wrap the amount of floss you have around each of your middle fingers, with about an inch or so stretched in between to clean.

— Keeping the string taut between your thumbs and your index fingers, work it carefully and gently between your teeth and up-and-down.

— Slide gently in a C-curved shape around the base of each tooth, including below the gum line.

— Then, rub back and forth and up and down against the sides of each tooth, using clean sections of floss every time you move to a new tooth.

— Once you have cleaned each tooth, rinse with water or mouthwash to remove any loosened debris.

And there you have it. To improve your smile, take the extra time to floss your pearly whites thoroughly every single day. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the team at [practice_name] at [phone] today!

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A Bone Graft Might Be Needed to Prepare an Area for a Dental Restoration