Desert Springs Dental Blog

Dental implants are designed to replace missing teeth—and they do it well. Unlike natural teeth, implants aren’t made of sensitive tissue or nerve-filled pulp, so you might be surprised if you start feeling discomfort or sensitivity around one.

So, what gives? While your implant isn’t a “real” tooth, there are a few reasons you might notice unusual sensations—and they’re all worth bringing to your dentist’s attention.

If you’re thinking about replacing missing teeth with dental implants, your journey will begin with an initial consultation. This first step is essential for determining whether dental implants are right for you. During your consultation, your dentist will assess your oral health, discuss your goals, and help you understand what to expect from the process.

Here’s a closer look at what typically happens during a dental implant consultation.

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option available today! They work by replacing the roots of the missing teeth, allowing for a wide range of benefits that you can’t achieve with dentures or dental bridges. If you are thinking about replacing your missing teeth with dental implants, it pays to be well-informed. Here are some terms that you should familiarize yourself with as you prepare to begin the treatment process.

Of course you would prefer to avoid a dental emergency if at all possible, right? Especially now that summer is in full swing and you may have a trip or two coming up. As great as your dentist is, you probably don’t want to spend your free time in the treatment chair when the weather is warm and clear! Follow these tips, and you’ll reduce your risk of encountering unpleasant oral problems.

Gum disease is one of the most common oral health issues; in fact, it affects around half of adults in the U.S.! If you have been diagnosed with this condition, you should certainly seek treatment ASAP. But what can you expect from your journey? Asking the right questions beforehand can help you to have a realistic view of the road ahead. Here are a few ideas on what you should ask your dentist or periodontist during your consultation:

Dental implants have become the go-to procedure for replacing teeth because of their abilities to prevent bone loss, restore chewing and speaking, and improve cosmetic appearance and, last but not least, because of their durability. In addition to their exceptional performance, implants boast a success rate of about 95 percent, meaning with the proper care, you can count on them to work almost always! Still, sometimes the restoration doesn’t always take, whether it’s because of an issue with placement, poor oral hygiene, or the jawbone doesn’t grow around the implant to secure it. In this post, you’ll find ways to help you not become a part of the tiny minority whose dental implants fail!

There are a few things that with time you’ve probably come to rely on. The sun rises every morning, the sky gets dark at night, and your dentist will likely want to X-ray your mouth at least once a year. But why? If you’ve ever wondered what those images of your teeth and bones are used for, here’s a closer look at what your dentist is trying to find when she checks your X-rays!

Happy New Year! It’s time again to start fresh and create those 2025 resolutions. If one of your goals this year is to get healthier, you may be unsure how to make meaningful changes that are easy to implement into your daily life.  Well, one of the best ways to do this is to focus on your oral health. While it may seem as though by doing this you will only improve one area of your body, the great news is that the way you treat your teeth and gums can easily affect your overall health.

In that spirit, here are a few lifestyle modifications you can make to improve not just your smile, but your total body as well.

Invisalign continues to gain popularity as an alternative treatment to traditional braces because the clear plastic is much more convenient. Not only is the smooth material more comfortable than poking metal brackets and wires, but it also allows your natural smile to shine through.

However, your aligners rely on a proper fit to apply enough pressure to gently shift your teeth to their proper places. If yours don’t cover your teeth as intended, you could fall behind in your treatment timeline. Continue reading to learn why this sometimes happens and what you can do!

If you rely on that morning cup of java to jumpstart your day, you may be concerned that your Invisalign treatment could get in the way of this. The good news is that with aligners, you don’t have any dietary restrictions like you would with traditional braces, but you still do need to enjoy food and drinks a little differently during treatment. Here’s how you can still drink that coffee (or anything else) without affecting your orthodontic progress!