Laketown Family Dental Blog

How Many Implants Will It Take to Complete My Smile?

February 21, 2024

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Model of a implant-supported bridge

Dental implants are the best option for tooth replacement available because they are permanent, incredibly lifelike, and capable of restoring most of a patient’s chewing ability. Since no two smiles are the same, dental implants can best serve different patients in different ways. Here’s a quick overview of the different ways by which these marvels of modern dentistry can complete a patient’s smile.

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What Should I Do When My Dental Implant Comes Loose?

February 13, 2024

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Lady scratches head

While dental implants boast an impressive success rate of over 95%, problems can arise on occasion. While it is rare, some patients eventually discover that their implant is moving around in its place. While this can be quite disconcerting, it is a problem that can be addressed by a dental professional. Here’s how your dental implant may have come loose and what can be done to resolve the issue.

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Enduring Dental Cosmetics: How Long Do Results Last?

January 22, 2024

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Woman in white tank top smiling.

Countless people have turned to cosmetic dentistry to improve their daily quality of life by enhancing their smiles. Addressing aesthetic imperfections in your teeth can boost your self-confidence, improve your performance at work and school, and even provide oral health benefits. These treatments are not always fully covered by insurance policies, however, and can be an investment in time and resources. As a result, many patients want to know exactly how long the results will last to ensure it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect from 3 common cosmetic solutions!

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3 Things You Might Not Know About Your Dental Implants

January 11, 2024

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Dentist showing off dental implants

Dental implants are one of the most common methods of replacing teeth, and have gained considerable popularity in recent years for their incredible realism and durability. This has been accompanied with remarkable technological advancements associated with this field, resulting in better and better implants for people who need them.

However, the sophistication of this technology means that there’s likely a lot that the average person doesn’t know about their dental implants. If you’re curious about them, here are a few facts you might not be aware of.

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3 Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Dental Treatments

December 19, 2023

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Smiling woman pointing to her teethAre you embarrassed by stained or chipped teeth? You don’t have to live with an unattractive smile. Cosmetic dentistry can create a picture-perfect smile that you’ll be proud of. Don’t worry, you won’t require extensive dental work to revamp your pearly whites. Here are 3 minimally invasive options to address common cosmetic flaws.

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Avoid Staining Your Teeth While Drinking Red Wine During the Holidays with These Tips

December 13, 2023

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Red wine

For thousands of years, red wine has been enjoyed during special occasions because of its sharp, bold taste, its rich, red color, and the way it complements red meat so well. Today, it is especially common at holiday celebrations and feasts. While enjoying a little red wine in moderation is perfectly fine, consuming too much of it too frequently carries dangers for your dental health. Here’s how red wine can leave purplish stains on your teeth and how to enjoy it without having to deal with discoloration.

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Keeping Your Dental Implants Looking Great and Working Well with Proper Care

November 10, 2023

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Dental implant

Dental implants are considered the pinnacle of tooth replacement because they look and function just like real teeth. While the materials used in dental implants are biocompatible and resistant to disease and decay, they still require proper hygiene and maintenance in order to work properly in the long run. Here are a few dos and don’ts to keep in mind while caring for your dental implants.

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We Can Talk About Turkey or 3 Ways to Take Care of Your Smile at Thanksgiving

November 6, 2023

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older man smiling at Thanksgiving

When gathering around the Thanksgiving table with family and friends, it can be hard to focus on anything other than your mom’s delicious dressing or your grandma’s homemade pumpkin pie. But if you want to maintain a cavity-free smile for the remainder of 2023 (and into 2024), it’s important that you keep these three tips in mind when loading up your plate and navigating the delicacies of the season.

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6 Dental Implant Terms You Need to Know!

October 26, 2023

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Dental implants on blue background

If you are missing teeth, you know that it can be a challenge to complete daily tasks, like chewing your food thoroughly, speaking clearly, and smiling without feeling self-conscious of the gaps in your smile. Dental implants are an ideal way to replace missing teeth thanks to their numerous benefits. If you are considering getting dental implants, you will be coming across some important implant terms that you should become familiar with. Continue reading to learn some of the most prominent ones.

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5 Ways You Could Be Leaving Money on the Table with Your Dental Insurance

October 13, 2023

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A person looking at their dental insurance online

The world of dental insurance can be like a maze with a bull chasing you through it. Even if you find your way, you can still be stressed out. In fact, so many patients get stressed out that they lose over 100 billion dollars to insurance companies annually. That’s a lot of money that was paid into the system that is now sitting in an insurance CEO’s offshore bank account!

If you want to see where that money is hemorrhaging from, continue reading. Below are five ways patients often lose money on dental insurance.

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