Although dental implants have become a common practice for everything from stabilizing full dentures to anchoring partial bridges, many patients are still unaware of how this procedure can even address minor tooth loss issues. While dental implants do have a variety of applications, they are still one of the best ways to approach single tooth replacements for a complete and natural looking smile.

Whether the tooth loss is through accident or decay, a single missing tooth will frequently remain unaddressed for many people, especially if it is not located in the front of the mouth. This is because many people think that a small gap is only a cosmetic consideration, but this is not altogether true. Missing teeth can cause the rest of the dentition to shift, which may lead to pain and further tooth loss. Along with this, a missing tooth can: Continue reading →

There are times when gum disease or poor oral health can lead to the need for tooth extraction. While many patients can feel apprehensive about this necessity, they do also understand that undertaking this procedure will also lead to better oral health for the future. However, one of the major concerns that we see in these cases, is that patients can also become very self conscious about their appearance and their ability to function naturally once an extraction has occurred.

Thankfully, advances in dentistry sciences have immediate solutions that can lead to long and short term solutions when teeth need to be removed. At Stony Brook Family Dentistry, we often consult with many of our patients about the benefits of dental implants in these types of situations. Continue reading →