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Sinus Perforation During Dental Implants

I had a dental implant placed and things did not go as expected. The bone never integrated with the dental implant so he had to remove it. He did tell me that the sinus cavity had been perforated by a few millimeters, but that it was a common thing to happen. The one thing I don’t understand is why he didn’t give me an antibiotic until I developed an infection, […]

Can I Get Dental Implants after Ten Years?

When I received dentures a little over ten years ago, I always planned on getting dental implants. I just needed to save up for them. I started right away, but of course, we’d have a car, dishwasher, and refrigerator all die during that time. Though I had to start over several times, I finally have the money. Is it too late for me or can I still get dental implants? […]

Should a Dentist Cover the Cost of Grafting for a Dental Implant?

I went in for a consultation with my dentist to find out if I could get a dental implant and what the cost would be. I lost the tooth about ten years ago and the dentist said that I had lost some bone in the area, so I would need grafting on top of everything else. After reading information about the procedure, I’ve learned that the dentist could have treated […]

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What Can I Do If Dentures Won’t Stay in Anymore?

I’m over 60 and have had dentures for a bunch of years. I’ve been having trouble keeping them in. I did notice my ridge is almost gone which I’m guessing is why I can’t keep them in anymore. Is there anything I can put under them which will make a ridge again? Evelyn Dear Evelyn, You are right that the ridge in your jawbone is why your dentures won’t stay […]

I Can’t Keep My Dentures In

I’m feeling a tad desperate. I’v had dentures for many years. But, now, I cannot keep it in. It moves all the time and falls out in the most embarrassing times. Is there an option to help me with this? Alexandra M. – New Jersey Alexandra, I’m sorry for what you’re going through. There is a way to fix it, but it will take some doing. The reason your dentures […]

Is bone grafting really necessary?

I wanted to get dental implants and my dentist said that I have to have bone grafting done first. That seems like it is just adding expense and I’m really ready and anxious to get rid of these dentures. Is that something that is really necessary? Greg H. – Baltimore Greg, It depends on your situation. If your dentist is requiring bone grafter, than it is likely that he fears […]

Can I get dental implants if I can’t wear dentures any more?

My dentures haven’t fit properly for several months. Now I can’t even keep them in. Is it possible for me to get dental implants? Marie C. – Biloxi, MS Marie, I suspect your dentures no longer fit because you’ve loss too much jawbone. That is a result of having dentures for so long. Dental implants protect your bone structure. If that is the case, it is still possible for you […]

Can I get implants cheaper than clear choice?

I went to my local Clear Choice center and they quoted me about $50,000. I almost fainted. $50,000!! I’ve already had all my teeth extracted. Will that make it any cheaper? Is there another way to save money on these implants? I can’t really wear my dentures any more, so I know I need them, but jimminey crickets that is a lot of money. Dirk from Newport. Dirk, Clear Choice […]

My dental bridge doesn’t look natural any more. Options?

I have a bridge on my top front teeth, (3 on bridge.) The bridge is over 20 years old but looks relatively good for that age. However, it has yellowed with age and coffee and where the veneer has started to wear, if you look closely, you can see a tiny bit of metal between the teeth. Also, where the natural teeth are missing, the gum area is sunken and […]