Home/January 2014

Do I need a surgeon for dentures?

I’ve been chipping my teeth a lot. My dentist says I’ll need to get dentures. Can I go to my dentist for that or do I need an oral surgeon? Meagan- Albany, NY Meagan, If you need to get dentures it is always best to get someone who can do the surgery and the dentures. If that isn’t possible, than you can go to an oral surgeon first, though I […]

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Concern about dental implant plan

I’m getting four dental implants on my upper arch, but my dentist is doing six crowns. He said it is because it will help in working with the color and size. I don’t really want to get two extra crowns if they are not necessary. Is it important to do the extra ones? Molly H. – Sacramento, CA Molly, No, it is not necessary. In fact, why would you want […]

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