What if my dentist left tooth roots?
I had two teeth extracted. I’d planned on getting dental implants. However, last night I noticed that one of the roots is still there. Can I still get dental implants with the root there? Elaine T. – New Mexico Elaine, Are you certain it is the root of the tooth and not just some debris that needs to be cleaned out? There are occasions when a tooth root is left, […]
Read MoreHaving problems with my dentist
I’m getting porcelain veneers. I have in mind what I want, but my dentist thinks I should do it differently. I’m not asking for anything outlandish, I just know what type of smile I want. He’s thinks it won’t work for my “age”. Outside of finding that pretty insulting, I’m paying a buttload of money for this makeover, shouldn’t it be what I wanted? Sara S. – Louisiana Sara, You’re […]
Read MoreDoes cost matter in porcelain veneers?
I have been thinking about getting porcelain veneers. I’ve called around to the dentists in my area. They’re all close to the same price, excpet one, who is several thousands dollars less expensive. Is it a different brand he uses that makes them less expensive? Bethany H. – South Carolina Bethany, I am going to warn you off of this. While it is possible, though only slightly, that he’s found […]
Read MoreBeware of deals in dental implants
I often have people call our office looking for the cheapest dental implants. That is a very dangerous way to approach this highly complicated procedure. In fact, I firmly believe that you are more likely to end up spending more money than saving money. Dentists who offer dental implants at a price that seems too good to be true, are more than likely doing it by purchasing sub-par material. These […]
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