Nepean Dental Centre Blog

No one enjoys going through failure. It’s disappointing, frustrating, and maybe even a little embarrassing. Especially if you’ve invested a lot of time, effort, and money in something, like dental implants, failure can sting even more! After all the trouble you’ve gone through to replace your teeth with the gold standard, the last thing you want is to have to start all over again.

In addition to practicing proper maintenance, you’ll need to keep an eye out for signs of dental implant failure if you want your replacement teeth to last a long, long time. What are these signs? Keep reading to find out!  

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option out there. Since they replace the roots of the missing teeth, they allow for a wide range of exciting benefits that you can’t find from other tooth replacement options. This includes being more stable, comfortable, and long-lasting. As you are beginning the dental implant process, it pays to be well informed. Here are some dental implant-related terms that you should become familiar with if you aren’t already.

One of the first steps toward replacing your lost teeth with dental implants is a consultation. During your appointment, your dental team will perform a thorough examination, after which they can talk to you about the details of your treatment plan. They might inform you that you need a sinus lift before getting dental implants. What exactly is a sinus lift, and why is this procedure sometimes necessary? This blog post explains.

Braces have been the go-to for straightening teeth for a long time, and they are certainly effective! However, for those wanting fewer restrictions during their treatment, Invisalign offers a breath of fresh air. With these clear aligners, you can enjoy a range of freedoms that traditional braces simply can’t provide. Continue reading to explore the surprising liberties that come with choosing Invisalign as your orthodontic treatment of choice!

You know Invisalign aligners are, when properly taken care of, crystal clear. In fact, they’re so low-profile that they’re often considered invisible. However, they’re still an oral device that you insert over top of your teeth. Won’t that affect the way you talk?

The simple answer is yes – but not as much as you might think! Keep reading to find out how Invisalign will still feel very much invisible, even while you speak.

While it’s not uncommon to wish for a straighter smile, many people may be reluctant to commit to conspicuous traditional braces that require a host of eating restrictions. Fortunately, Invisalign is an effective orthodontic treatment that gradually shifts teeth into better positions with removable and virtually invisible clear aligners. Here’s a brief overview of Invisalign as well as a guide to which alignment issues it can be used to correct.

Everyone wants a better, brighter smile, and cosmetic dentistry is the way to make it happen! With its plethora of transformative treatments, you can enhance your teeth and boost your confidence! But how long will it last? Continue reading to discover the lifespans of several popular cosmetic dentistry options.

When talking about dental implants, it’s easy for patients to get excited. Most people are psyched about the prospect of a shiny new tooth, particularly one that is likely to stick around for decades after being placed.

However, people are usually a little less excited about tooth extractions, and the aftercare that comes with the procedure. Naturally, they begin to wonder how long they’ll have to wait before getting the dental implant that they’re looking for. If you’re in that situation now, here’s what you should know.

After getting a tooth pulled out, you might feel like going back to your regular routine, including enjoying a cup of coffee. But it’s a good idea to avoid coffee for some time to make sure you don’t cause any problems for your healing mouth. Keep reading to find out why it’s best to wait before having coffee after a tooth extraction. We’ll also share some tips on when it’s safe to start drinking coffee again and give you advice on how to heal faster.

Have you ever had to have a tooth extracted? It’s not always necessary, but when it is, it can be a huge relief. Still, the extracted tooth leaves behind a mushy socket for a few days and you should be careful with it. Dry socket is a painful condition that is best avoided! But what is dry socket, and how exactly do you prevent it?

Read on to learn more about this condition and how to take care of your mouth after a tooth extraction.