by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Nov 8, 2021 | Dental Procedures
Tooth decay can be a big problem for children’s primary (baby) teeth. It doesn’t take long for a tooth to become infected and the infection spreads to their neighbors. But since it will eventually give way to a permanent tooth, why not just pull a diseased...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Oct 13, 2021 | Dental Procedures
For several decades, dentists have been saving teeth from tooth decay following a few basic guidelines: 1) Identify decay as soon as possible; 2) Thoroughly remove decayed tooth structure, and 3) Fill any cavities. With millions of diseased teeth rescued, observing...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Sep 8, 2021 | Dental Procedures
Dental implants are today’s closest restorative facsimile to natural teeth. And they’re versatile: not only can they replace single teeth but they can also support bridges or dentures. But since one of their crucial components is made of metal, are you out of luck...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | Sep 8, 2021 | Dental Procedures
Getting dental implants is going to require surgery. But don’t let that concern you—it’s a relatively minor procedure. Currently the “gold standard” for tooth replacement, an implant consists of a titanium post surgically embedded in the jawbone. We can...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | May 27, 2021 | Dental Procedures
Introduced to the United States in the 1980s, dental implants have quickly become the go-to restoration for tooth replacement. And for good reason: they’re not only incredibly life-like, but they’re also highly durable with a 95% success rate. But as...
by Dr. Edward C. Yates | May 17, 2021 | Dental Procedures
You’ve lost some teeth, and now you have to decide how to replace them. A fixed bridge or a partial denture are certainly good options. But the best choice today that dentistry has to offer is dental implants. Implants have exploded in popularity among both...
