I-20 Family Dental Blog
What Are The Steps to Getting a Dental Implant in Arlington?
September 18, 2016
If you’ve lived with a missing tooth, or you’re having a tooth extracted, you may want to consider a dental implant for replacement. This is by far the best tooth replacement option that dentistry has to offer, and the surgical process may not be as daunting as you think. Dr. Stephen Wardlaw at I-20 Family Dental can guide you through the entire process from start to finish. Here are the steps to getting a dental implant in Arlington.
Caring For Your Dental Implants from Arlington Dentist
August 12, 2016
Is cleaning your dental implants the same as cleaning your natural teeth? Not quite. Your dental implants and their connecting abutments are made out of a different material than natural dental structure, and they attach to your gums differently, too. Your dental hygienist will use special tools for cleaning your dental implants during your checkup and cleaning. At-home care, however, does not look much different from what you are probably used to. Learn how to care for your dental implants in Arlington from your dentist, Dr. Stephen Wardlaw.
What Are Dental Implants? How Do They Work?
July 25, 2016
If you are dealing with an incomplete smile, are on the brink of tooth loss, or are frustrated with an ill-fitting denture, know that dental implants provide the most stability in tooth replacement. What are dental implants? They are tiny titanium cylinders that are surgically placed beneath the gum line. Titanium is a material that fuses with bone matter. The provide unmatched security for the denture, crown, or bridge that is affixed on top.