Can Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
9 December, 2024 Dental implants are a popular choice if you are searching for a long-lasting and natural-looking solution after experiencing tooth loss. However, with a cost ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 per implant, many patients often wonder if dental implants can be covered by insurance.  At Minto Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we work with a wide range of insurance companies, and depending on your circumstances, your dental...
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Dental Tourism Risks and Rewards: Is Seeking Dental Care Abroad Right for You?
9 December, 2024 Prioritizing your oral health is a key part of maintaining good overall health. However, with rising insurance costs and limited coverage, many Americans are seeking more affordable dental care abroad.  With the promise of lower costs, quality care, and quick appointments, it’s easy to understand the allure of dental tourism. But is it really worth the risk? Explore dental tourism’s potential risks and rewards to...
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Can a Failed Implant Be Repaired, or Will it Need to Be Replaced?
13 September, 2022 Among patients who have experienced tooth loss, dental implants represent one of the most popular solutions. One reason for the popularity of dental implants is their longevity. Clinical research shows that dental implants have a long-term success rate of more than 95 percent, something that cannot be said of any other tooth-replacement method. If you take care of your dental implants and exercise basic oral hygiene, there is a high potential for those implants to last a lifetime. With that said, implant failure does happen, and it is something that patients should be prepared for. Depending on the nature of your implant failure, you may be able to have the implant repaired by a cosmetic dentist. If repair is not possible, the implant will need to be replaced.
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How to Prepare for Your Dental Implant Procedure
13 September, 2022 If you have experienced tooth loss or have a tooth that requires extraction, it is important to weigh your options for tooth replacement. For most patients, the best option is dental implants since they preserve the natural health of your smile and can offer long-lasting results. The placement of dental implants is a surgical procedure requiring you to go under anesthesia and then experience an extended recovery time. Here are a few steps you can follow to prepare for your procedure to ensure a smooth and expedient recovery time.
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Types of Bone Grafts for Dental Implants
13 September, 2022 When you lose your teeth or need to have teeth extracted, it is important to replace those missing teeth as soon as possible. For most patients, the best way to replace missing teeth is with dental implants. A dental implant is an artificial tooth root, which is anchored into the jawbone where it can create a steady foundation for a dental prosthesis. The dental restoration process can become complicated if there is a lack of adequate jawbone. Without sufficient bone tissue present, there may not be a way to securely anchor the implant in place. The good news is that this issue can usually be addressed with a safe and simple procedure known as bone grafting. Dr. Minto can perform several different types of bone grafts, providing patients with solutions for full dental restoration.
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What Are the Risks of Not Getting My Wisdom Teeth Removed?
12 September, 2022 If the thought of undergoing oral surgery makes you anxious, you may look for reasons to delay or avoid it. Oral surgeons often recommend having wisdom teeth extracted during the teens or early 20s before they develop long, hard roots and have the chance to cause complications. This third set of molars does not always need to be removed immediately, but there can be consequences to putting off surgery.
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Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Out If They Are Not Causing Any Pain?
12 September, 2022 Your wisdom teeth are the final set of molars to emerge, typically arriving during the mid to late teens or early twenties. More often than not, they erupt at an angle, become stuck under the gums, or do not have adequate space to emerge. In rare cases, they grow in straight and fit nicely into the space at the back of the jaw. If they are not causing you any pain or discomfort, you may wonder if it is even worthwhile to undergo surgery for removal.
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What Foods Can You Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal?
2 September, 2021 After wisdom teeth removal, your diet will be limited. But you might be struggling to think of nutritious and filling food you can eat while you heal. We have created a list of healthy—and tasty—foods that offer lots of variety as you recover. Keep reading as we explain which foods to avoid and why.
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