No. Although implants simulate the roots of teeth, biomechanically one implant can be used to replace one or more teeth. This will depend upon the mechanical requirements of your chosen prosthesis. At your consultation your dentist will discuss the various treatment alternatives and the type and number of implants that are needed in order to fulfill your treatment objectives.

In most situations, an implant can be readily replaced if it fails to bond with the bone provided that adequate bone and gum tissue is present. [ Back to Top ]

There are several reasons that make the dentist to extract a tooth, such as advanced gum disease (the bone that held the tooth is lost); advanced decay that could make impossible the tooth to be reconstructed; or root fracture, normally after an accident.

This depends on the number of teeth missing and on where they are in the mouth. The condition of the other teeth also affects the decision. There are three main ways to replace the missing teeth. The first is with a removable false tooth or teeth ? a partial denture. The second is with a fixed bridge. The third one is with an implant. A bridge is usually used where there are fewer teeth to replace, or when the missing teeth are only on one side of the mouth.

In almost every instance an implant that has failed can be replaced. The failed implant fixture is usually removed, the area is cleansed, and allowed to heal for approximately 3-4 months. A new implant can then be placed in the same area. It is interesting to note that our experience has been that even in those rare instances where implants have failed, when a new implant is inserted into the same site they have usually been successful.

A baby tooth usually stays in until a permanent tooth underneath pushes it out and takes its place. Unfortunately, some children lose a baby tooth too soon. A tooth might be knocked out accidentally or removed because of dental disease. When a tooth is lost too early, your pediatric dentist may recommend a space maintainer to prevent future space loss and dental problems. Baby teeth are important to your child's present and future dental health.

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Yes; however, a fee of $10.00 is charged for a copy of your scores, and $25.00 for a replacement certificate, or, if you need both your scores and a new certificate, a fee of $30.00 will be charged. Payment can be mailed to:

After osseointegrafion has occurred, a minor procedure is performed to expose the top of the implant and attach a small post. Then the new tooth or teeth are custom designed to fit precisely on top of this post. Yes. Studies have shown that chewing efficiency improves significantly after treatment with implants, and following a brief adaptation period, is comparable to the chewing efficiency of natural teeth.

To date, we have been used to traditional bridges and tooth prosthetics. Both of them help people, but have considerable disadvantages. Tooth bridges are used to cover the gap between the teeth like a bridge crossing a river. Hence, a dental bridge requires at least two firm carrying abutments. To make a dental bridge, it is usually necessary to grind off full, completely functional and healthy teeth. Total tooth replacement sometimes brings even more problems.

One, two or all teeth. For instance, a person that wears dentures can have 10 implants placed in the upper jaw and 8-10 implants in the lower jaw. Porcelain fixed teeth similar to the natural teeth can be fixed on these implants. There is nothing in dentistry that resembles and feels as natural as implant supported porcelain teeth.

Nothing will function as well as natural teeth. However, implants function better than removable teeth. In most cases patients can eat without being aware of the implants. Most patients are happier with fixed teeth, a single tooth, or dentures that are supported by implants

Yes. Research shows that in many cases implants are actually stronger than natural teeth. Compared to removable teeth, studies show implant-supported teeth have 100 percent or better chewing efficiency. Dental implants can make it possible for you to enjoy your favorite foods, improve your nutrition, and enhance your appearance!

Nothing will function as well as natural teeth. However, implant crowns and bridges function much better than removable teeth and can feel very similar to the natural dentition. Implant-retained over-dentures will feel much more secure than conventional full dentures. [ Back to Top ]

Some of the consequences of the tooth loss are: esthetic compromise; decrease of masticatory efficiency (it is harder to chew); overload of the remaining teeth that will have to make the function of the lost teeth (therefore the remaining teeth could be injured or lost too); difficulty to talk or to say certain words; loose of lips support (wrinkles); inclination of the neighbor teeth; unstable bite; head and face muscles and articulation problems; decrease of the size of the bone that held the .

Possibly. The HSC Instructor who issued your original HSC is required to issue you a duplicate HSC and may charge no more than $15 for issuance of such duplicate. If you are unable to locate the instructor who issued the original HSC, you will need to obtain a new HSC by retaking and passing the HSC test and paying $25. No. If you possess a valid federal Curio Relics Collector's license and a valid California Certificate of Eligibility, you are exempt from the one-handgun-per-30-day restriction.

Answer: This varies by card. Normally with low value cards, if you lose your PIN number, it will not be replaced. MyCyberCard allows you to have your PIN emailed to the original email account on file.

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