Tag: dental implant surgery

Is It Safe to Let a Dentist Do My Implant Surgery?

I would like to make getting a dental implant as stressful as possible. Two of the three dentists with whom I consulted would refer me to a periodontist for implant placement. The third dentist does everything in her office. Is it safe to allow a dentist to place the implants? Will I have a better […]

How Many Implants for an Overdenture?

After wearing dentures for 22 years, I am ready to invest in an overdenture. I am 70 years old, active, and in good health. I am a non-smoker, which I’ve read is essential to helping my implants last. Longevity in my family convinces me that it is worth it to get an overdenture. I am […]