Bone Grafting: Everything You Need to Know
Dental procedures can sometimes feel like deciphering a complex puzzle. Among the myriad of terms like ‘root canal’, ‘bridges’, and the increasingly popular ‘all-on-4 dental implants’, the phrase “bone grafting” might seem especially intriguing. It’s not just jargon; it’s a transformative procedure that fills the gap between nature’s design and modern dentistry’s demands. Whether you’re […] ...
Read More »What You Need To Know About Bone Grafts For Dental Implants
Dental implants are replacement teeth roots that are surgically inserted into the jawbone. To function properly, they require a healthy bone structure. It is possible, however, if the tooth has been missing for some time and the surgical site is already weak, there may not be enough bone to support your implant. In this case, […] ...
Read More »Periodontal Disease & Dental Implants: What You Need to Know
There may be no relationship in dentistry that is more complex than that between dental implants and periodontal disease. When left untreated, periodontitis may result in the loss of teeth and molars, which can be restored with implants. Nevertheless, a common question among patients suffering from periodontitis or gingivitis is whether immediate loading implants are […] ...
Read More »How Do Dental Implants Integrate with Bone Tissue?
Dental implants are replacement tooth roots to which a crown or a bridge is attached. Dental implant placement is a straightforward surgical procedure that has the extraordinary power to absolutely transform a person’s life, changing it radically for the better. But not every patient is the ideal candidate for dental implants. The healing process may […] ...
Read More »Tooth Extraction and Bone Graft—Done Right!!!
A patient was referred to my office for extraction of a broken-down tooth. What started out as a routine consultation, quickly took an interesting turn when the patient informed me that the dentist asked him to return to the dentist’s office immediately after the extraction. “What for?” I asked. “So that he can do the […] ...
Read More »Benefits of Rebuilding Bone for Dental Implants
If you’re considering getting dental implants to replace a missing tooth or teeth, it’s important that you visit Riverside County oral surgeon Dr. Tsvetov to determine your eligibility for this tooth replacement system. In some cases, pre-surgeries may be required in order to prepare your mouth for the implants and give you the best chance at implant success. ...
Read More »Mexico is calling?!
Dental Tourism is becoming mainstream nowadays… Lots and lots of folks head south across the border to have their dental needs addressed. “After all” they say “it’s cheaper and the doctors are mostly American-trained, so why not?” While it’s true that the prices for dental services are lower south of the border it’s hard to argue that the quality of work is often lower as well. It has to do with the differing standards of care between the US and Mexico. ...
Read More »What to do if you do not have enough bone for implant placement? Read on to see how we reconstruct your jawbone.
Patient presented to my office with an abscess involving tooth #8. As can be seen from the radiograph, a very large periapical lesion is associated with the tooth. The lesion has destroyed a lot of bone, making immediate implant placement impossible in this situation. ...
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