Is the SMILE Technique Invasive?
I have been intensively training with one of my mentors, Dr. Denns Shanelec, a periodontist in Santa Barbara who is the father of microsurgical periodontics and implant dentistry, over the last three years. I regard Dr. Shanelec as one of the finest periodontist’s in the world. I have integrated many of his microsurgical techniques into […]
3 Dental Implant Myths Debunked
Dental Implants are the most popular, state-of-the-art tooth replacement system on the market. Even though they are so well received by many New York City periodontal patients, there’s still a fair amount of misinformation about them. If you’ve talked to friends about replacing your missing teeth or getting a cosmetic smile makeover, they may have […]
Dental Implants And Inadequate Bone Quantity
Dental implants are posts or frames that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gums. These allow replacement teeth to be mounted. The problem is that they need to be attached to the jaw securely, so they don’t fall out or damage the jaw. So, what happens if the jaw is worn away or […]
Can Dentures Be Made Into Dental Implants?
When most Manhattan residents think about dental implants, they think about the tooth replacement system in which titanium implants are inserted into the mouth, and then covered with realistic-looking teeth that stay in place permanently and do not come out. But, did you know that dental implants could also be used to support dentures? Called […]
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
If you’re a New York City resident who is considering oral surgery to have dental implants replace a missing tooth or teeth, you likely have several questions about this treatment option. If you’re like most New York City residents facing oral surgery, you want to know that you won’t need to have the procedure repeated […]
How Often Do I Need a Check Up On My Dental Implants?
Dental implants are the most popular tooth replacement option in Manhattan, and it’s no wonder why. These realistic-looking prosthetic teeth are anchored by titanium implants that permanently attach to your jawbone, and are covered with tooth-looking crowns. Dental implants allow Manhattan dental patients to regain their smile, and eat all of their favorite foods, without […]
Can I Get Cavities If I Have Dental Implants?
Dental implants are becoming a more and more popular tooth replacement option in Manhattan, the rest of New York City, and around the globe. And as dental implants continue to grow in popularity, Manhattan periodontist Dr. Kissel finds that he receives increasingly more questions about this tooth replacement solution. One of the questions he is […]
Symptoms and Treatment of a Loosened Dental Implant
Manhattan residents who are missing a tooth or multiple teeth often turn to dental implants to restore their smiles. These prosthetic teeth, which are designed to be permanent, consist of titanium rods that are inserted into the jawbone and act as an artificial tooth root. These rods are then covered with a tooth-looking crown, providing […]
How Long Will My Implants Last?
It depends on different factors, including: Oral hygiene Maintenance at periodontal office How your implant retained teeth bite together Overall health and lifestyle How your implant is placed How Is Your Implant Placed? How your implant is placed is one of the most important factors to make it last longer. Dental implants can be placed […]
