Dental fillings last many years before they need replacing. However, constant pressure from chewing, grinding, and clenching may cause a filling to wear away, chip, crack or even fall out. If you have older gold or silver fillings, you may want to consider replacing them with natural tooth colored composite fillings that are natural in appearance and stronger.

Tooth loss is something no one looks forward to, but there are a number of options, one of which is dental implants. Implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically anchored to the jaw to hold a replacement tooth in place. They do not rely on neighboring teeth for support and they are permanent and stable. Implants are a good solution because they look and feel like natural teeth.

Losing a single tooth can have a major impact on your dental health and personal appearance. When one or more teeth are missing, the remaining teeth can shift out of their normal position. When this happens, it can cause changes in your bite. A non-removable or fixed bridge will restore the bite if necessary and prevent shifting in the future.

Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth. There are two main types of dentures, complete and partial, which are finely crafted and custom-fitted to the patient. Properly maintained, your dentures will appear natural and provide a perfect smile for life. Additionally, dentures help strengthen muscles controlling your expressions that require the support of your teeth, rid you of pronunciation problems caused by missing teeth and aid with chewing.