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Is Periodontal Disease Risk Genetic?
All our lives we’ve been told that periodontal disease is related to how well we brush and floss. “Only floss the teeth you want to keep,” is a common dental truism, referring to the fact that periodontal disease is the most common cause of tooth loss in adults, and that flossing is supposed to protect against periodontal […]
What Does Gum Disease Mean For Implants?
If you have lost one or more teeth, dental implants can be used to fully restore your smile. But if you have lost your teeth to periodontal disease, dental implants will be more likely to fail. Since periodontal disease is the most common cause of tooth loss among adults, does this mean dental implants are failing the […]
Dental Implants Save 10% over Dental Bridges
New research shows that, in addition to their other benefits, dental implants are more cost-effective than their alternative dental bridges. Assessing Initial Costs and Maintenance Costs To determine the immediate and long-term costs of dental implants and dental bridges, this Swiss study looked at 22 people in need of single tooth replacement. They divided participants into two equal groups, […]