Can’t keep dentures in
Hi, I have been a denture wearer for the past 33 years. I am now 62 years old and can hardly keep either of my dentures in, no matter what type of adhesive I use. My dentist has told me that I have...
View ArticleNew bridge doesn’t line up with teeth
Hi, I recently got a new implant bridge (a bridge replacing four teeth and anchored by two dental implants). However, when I bite down, my top and bottom teeth on the left side don’t line up. The teeth...
View ArticleDental implants covered by medical insurance?
Dear Dr. Fondriest; I have struggled for years with missing teeth and its effect on my health. I have had an eight-tooth upper partial denture for almost 25 years. I would like to get it replaced with...
View ArticleCost of dental implants
One of my teeth was so decayed that it couldn’t be saved. My dentist sent me to an implant specialist to extract the tooth and give me an estimate on the dental implant. The specialist says that the...
View ArticleIs 15 too young for dental implants?
My 15 year old daughter was in an accident that caused three of her front teeth to get knocked out. We did a quick search for the teeth, but we couldn’t linger because a head injury was suspected....
View ArticleDo I really need a flipper while I wait for a dental implant?
I am going to get a dental implant for a tooth that was rotted and extracted. My dentist says its best not to leave the space empty not only because of the way it looks but other teeth can start to...
View ArticleCould a tooth infection poison my system?
I think that I have a tooth infection. At first I thought it was the flu or some virus because I am running a temp and I am achy. Last night, my temp was 102.6. I know I have a few bad teeth that I...
View ArticleDentist says I can’t get an implant for my front tooth
I have a missing front tooth that I lost in an accident. I have been wearing a partial denture for more than a month waiting to do some research on my options. All of a sudden my dentist tells me that...
View ArticleWill dental implants help my sagging cheeks?
I have had one upper tooth missing for about 6 years and one lower tooth missing for about 9 years. I have noticed what feels like a decrease in volume in my jawbone on that side of my mouth. It is...
View ArticleCan I get dental implants if I grind my teeth?
I want dental implants but I grind my teeth. I have a night guard that I don’t wear as much as I should. It’s just not possible. Will grinding my teeth affect the dental implants? Charleston Charleston...
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