If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have an essential decision. Will you choose conventional dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is really no contest when you consider the advantages of implants. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and tooth implants. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An…
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Embracing the Social Importance of a Complete Smile in Texas

A confident smile has always been a powerful social asset, and one of its key components is a complete set of healthy teeth. Tooth restoration, with its various techniques and advancements, has transformed the lives of countless individuals by restoring their dental aesthetics and functionality. Let’s review the significance of tooth restoration in Texas and…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth

Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. Today’s post in the Addison Dentist dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Avoiding a cracked tooth means avoiding chewing on hard things. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn,…
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant

The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called the alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a tough foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to continuously generate new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When…
The Advantages of Implant-Retained Dentures

Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide several benefits over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps patients taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed…
General and Family Dentistry in Addison

Are you looking for a general and family dentistry practice in the Addison area? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We are taking new patients at The Addison Dentist. 11 Reasons to Visit The Addison Dentist in Addison Let’s discuss some reasons to call today to make a request for an exam and consultation…
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?

You can’t buy teeth implants at Costco. You can’t compare price tags on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s blog. There is a reason for this. A dental implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a permanent tooth implant depends on many factors. First, let’s define what we are talking about. A dental…
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling

In today’s post, we will focus on vital behaviors that impact oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to maintain a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is needed…
How Do Implant Dentures Work?

Many people know that a dental implant is an ideal tooth restoration. Some don’t realize, however, that two or more can support a partial or full denture. This can be a less expensive option than having many implants while still providing many benefits as compared to traditional dentures. Today’s post answers the most common questions…
Are Dentures the Only Answer for Extensive Tooth Loss?

At The Addison Dentist, we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations Dental implants replace the tooth…