Dr. James Stewart is a general and cosmetic dentist from Livonia, MI. Today, Dr. Stewart discusses the potential benefits of replacing missing teeth with dental implants.
Dear Dr. Stewart: I’ve heard that dental implants are the closest thing to real teeth. Can anyone qualify for dental implants?
Have you become quite focused on finding a way to transform the look of your smile? If so, chances are good that you have come across the amazing advantages of porcelain veneers. However, you may have also found yourself somewhat bogged down by the extraordinary amount of information about this particular treatment and other cosmetic solutions. While having options is always a good thing, you may find that narrowing down your approach becomes somewhat difficult. Do yourself a favor – if veneers are on the top of your list, consider some compelling reasons to choose them for your smile.
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Dr. James Stewart is a general and cosmetic dentist from Livonia, MI. Today, Dr. Stewart discusses the potential benefits of replacing missing teeth with dental implants.
Dear Dr. Stewart: I’ve heard that dental implants are the closest thing to real teeth. Can anyone qualify for dental implants?
When you think of the benefits of preventive dentistry, you (like many other patients) may immediately think of what it takes to keep your smile clean. While cleanings and exams are certainly an essential aspect of protecting your oral health, prevention does not stop there. In fact, we focus on many factors to ensure your comprehensive oral health and daily quality of life remain intact. Wondering what else you can expect from preventive care beyond a comfortable, healthy grin? Learn more about what makes scheduling those twice-annual visits so advantageous.
When it comes to receiving dental care, patients often feel unsure about what to expect. In some cases, this lack of information can become quite the stumbling block. For instance, if you are not sure what to expect from root canal treatment, you may hesitate to schedule a necessary appointment due to your fear of the unknown. Fortunately, we are more than happy to provide you with the missing details that will help you feel confident and reassured about your upcoming restorative treatment.
Parents often ask our team, “How do my kids avoid cavities?” No one wants their child to suffer from toothaches and discomfort. Fortunately, children’s dentistry offers a few easy steps to protect little smiles from tooth decay. Changes to children’s diets and a preventive approach to oral care can reduce the risk of tooth decay in little smiles.
When you begin learning about all of the exciting benefits of dental implants, you may focus heavily on what your new smile will look like and feel like. What you may overlook is the important connection between your jaw health and the implants. By learning more about this topic, you will come to further understand concerns like candidacy and the long-term effects of implant placement. Fortunately, the more you know, the easier it will be to press forward on your journey toward restoring the completion and health of your smile.
Patients dealing with significant tooth loss will quickly discover that the side effects can make daily tasks extremely difficult to accomplish. You may have once enjoyed mealtime and now worry about which types of foods you can comfortably eat. You may have once enjoyed speaking with friends and loved ones and now feel embarrassed by your trouble with enunciating your words. Fortunately, full dentures offer convenient teeth replacement for one or both arches of teeth. Think you know all there is to know? Test your knowledge and speak with us soon about how dentures can restore your smile and your quality of life.
Dr. James Stewart is a general and cosmetic dentist from Livonia, MI. Today, Dr. Stewart answers a question about a surprisingly-widespread-but-rarely-discussed issue: TMJ Disorder.
Dear Dr. Stewart: I’ve noticed lately that my jaw either makes this popping or crackling sound. Is this something serious? Do I see a dentist or my doctor?