How Long Do Dental Bridges Last?

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If you’re one of the 120 million Americans who are missing at least one tooth, restorations such as dental bridges can help restore your smile. A dental bridge uses an artificial tooth, anchored to adjacent teeth to fill gaps in your smile. Today, traditional dental bridges last on average for years before needing to be replaced. Implant-supported bridges which are …

How Often Should You Get Your Teeth Cleaned?

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Beginning when children celebrate their first birthday, or within months of the first tooth erupting, all people should see the dentist at least twice per year for cleanings and exams. However, if you have gum disease, more frequent visits may be necessary to ensure that all infections are promptly treated. Known as preventative and diagnostic dentistry, seeing the dentist regularly …

How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

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It is estimated that more than 175 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. This is unfortunate because it is unnecessary to go through life missing some or all of your teeth. Thanks to innovations and technology, today missing teeth can be replaced with state-of-the-art dental implants. Dental implants not only look like natural teeth, but they also function …