Why does bone loss occur when teeth are lost?
Bone needs stimulation to maintain its form and density. In the case of the bone that surrounds and supports teeth, the necessary stimulation comes from the teeth themselves.
Bone needs stimulation to maintain its form and density. In the case of the bone that surrounds and supports teeth, the necessary stimulation comes from the teeth themselves.
Socket preservation is a procedure in which the bone graft material is placed in the socket after tooth extraction.
Implants are an ideal option to replace lost or missing teeth either due to periodontal disease, trauma for other reasons, for people with good general oral health. The implant itself actually replaces the root of your tooth and is surgically placed in your jawbone at select sites. It does not replace the portion of your […]
When you have periodontal disease, the gum tissue and the bone are destroyed, forming “pockets” around the teeth. Over time, these pockets become deeper, providing a larger space for bacteria to live. As bacteria develop around the teeth, they can accumulate and advance under the gum tissue. These deep pockets collect even more bacteria, resulting […]
When you have active periodontal disease, routine cleanings are not enough because they are meant to clean the areas of the tooth that are above the gum line.
Drugs beneficial to many patients with bone density problems are commonly called Bisphosphonates. Bisphosphonate drugs have been very effective in slowing down the destruction of bone often associated with cancer and osteoporosis. In fact, they have become very popular over the past decade for many diseases that decrease bone density. Generally, osteoporosis sufferers take […]
FACT: Proper oral care at an early age will allow your child to continue these practices throughout their life. Not to mention, poor dental health for baby teeth can cause issues with permanent teeth. At Kilby Family Dentistry, we always welcome patients of any age and pride ourselves in being gentle, affordable, and […]
Of course limiting sugar intake can contribute to overall health, but the amount a patient consumes isn’t the deciding factor in tooth decay. At any given time, there are over 500 different types of bacteria roaming a patient’s mouth that thrive on sugar. According to an article from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine […]
“Nothing you wear is more important than your smile.” -Connie Stevens It’s probably no surprise that a bright, white smile can make you appear younger and more attractive. In fact, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a whopping 96 percent of respondents surveyed believe an attractive smile makes a person more appealing. […]
Are You In Need Of A Cosmetic Denture Makeover? This female patient came into the office with old, worn, and stained dentures. The worn denture teeth were too short in relation to the lip line. As part of our cosmetic denture makeover, we changed the color which is obvious. We also increased the amount of […]