Proper Oral Hygiene for Your Dental Implants
Why You Should Practice Proper Oral Hygiene Your dental implants should be treated with the same care as your natural teeth. This means that proper oral hygiene – brushing and regular flossing – is necessary to protect both the teeth and, especially, the gums, which are vulnerable to bacterial decay and periodontal disease. Since your […]
Get Useful Advice About How Long After Dental Implant Surgery You Can Eat Normally
The dietary restrictions you’ll experience after your procedure will be very short-lived and are not too incredibly restrictive.
The Time Needed For Dental Implants To Fuse To Your Jaw Bone
As everyone’s mouth is different, and everyone’s treatment plan varies, the recovery process after dental implants placement will also vary. However, most patients can expect their dental implants to fully fuse to the bone within 3-4 months.
Cleaning And Caring For Your All on 4 Dental Implants Properly
One of the most important things Dr. Kissel wants his patients to be aware of when considering All on 4 dental implants is how to properly care for their new teeth on a daily basis.
Do Teeth Implants Require Special Care?
While teeth implants don’t require special care, it is important that you care for your teeth implants regularly and properly. Learn how.
How Much Time Should I Wait to Get Dental Implants After an Extraction?
Some dental implants can be placed the same day as an extraction, while others will need to be delayed to allow the jawbone to heal.
Are All on 4 Implants Removable?
Many patients ask if All on 4 dental implants are similar to dentures and if they are removable. As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Kissel sees hundreds of patients every year who want to replace their loose or missing teeth. While there are several options to choose from, dental implants are widely considered the best tooth-replacement […]
How Long Will the Swelling Last After Dental Implants?
Dental implants have become increasingly popular for those who have loose or missing teeth. Because they are permanently secured into the jawbone, they provide men and women with a secure smile and completely restored oral function. When Dr. Kissel meets with prospective dental implants patients, he always fully explains what they should expect of the […]
Dental Implant Abutment Selection and Fabrication
With the prevalence of peri-implantitis, abutment selection and design need to be critically assessed to minimize its impact on hard and soft tissues. Not only should an abutment be functional, it should also be biocompatible, cleansable, and lead to an esthetic result.