• How Long Do Dentures Last?

    How Long Do Dentures Last?

    Dentures are just one of the tooth replacement solutions offered at Capitol Square Dental in Columbus, OH. This article explains what you need to know about this solution. What are Dentures? Tooth loss is common in adults and can be due to a variety of reasons from genetics to tooth decay and other oral health issues to trauma and more. Dentures are removable dental appliances designed to replace some or all missing natural teeth to restore oral function and appearance. Types of Dentures and Their Cost There are several different types of dentures: Full Dentures Full dentures, also referred to

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  • How Much Do Dentures Cost?

    How Much Do Dentures Cost?

    What Are Dentures? Dentures are oral devices designed to replace some or all missing teeth in one or both arches. There are several different types of dentures: Partial: replaces some missing teeth in an arch  Full: replaces a full arch Implant-retained: also known as “snap-in/snap-on” dentures, held in place by 2 or more dental <ul> implants. Must be removed for cleaning and to allow the mouth to rest. Implant-supported: also known as permanent or hybrid dentures. Permanently held in place with 4 or more dental implants- only the dentist can remove them. How Much Do Different Types of Dentures Cost?

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  • Does Invisalign Hurt?

    Does Invisalign Hurt?

    For most patients, pain with Invisalign only lasts for the first few days after placing a new aligner. Pain tolerance is also a major factor in whether or not a patient experiences pain with Invisalign treatment. Some patients never have any problems with pain. If you do have pain that lasts longer than a week, you may have an underlying condition that needs attention. In this article, we’ll explore more on the topic of pain with Invisalign treatment, what you can do to relieve it, and when you should contact the dentist. What is Invisalign? Invisalign is a discreet alternative

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  • How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

    What are Dental Implants? Dental implants are a tooth restoration option made up of three pieces. The first piece is the implant screw, which is placed in the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root. It creates a stable base for the restoration. The abutment is the piece that secures the restoration to the implant screw. It can hold the restoration in place permanently or can allow the restoration to be removed as needed. Finally, the restoration replaces the visible portion of the tooth. A restoration can be a single tooth, or crown, or can be a full dental

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