Gum Recession Around Dental Implants in Connecticut: Why It Happens and How It Is Treated
Gum recession can occur around dental implants when the soft-tissue margin moves away from its previous position, sometimes exposing part of the implant crown, abutment, or implant surface. Peri-implant recession does not automatically mean that an implant is failing, but it should be evaluated because several different anatomical, inflammatory, and restorative factors can cause the […]
Don’t Let That Blank Space in Your Mouth Fool You
So, you had teeth extracted and/or are missing a few teeth? No big deal, right? Do not fool yourself! There are plenty of issues that come with missing teeth in New London, CT. You lose the confidence in your smile, you can’t chew the foods you use to enjoy, and so much more. Beyond these […]
Key Differences Between Plaque and Tartar
Plaque and tartar – is there a difference? Some people confuse it as the same, because it kind of is. Using “kind of” here is obviously general, but if you break it down, left and build up plaque turns into tartar. To understand fully, here is a quick breakdown of the difference between plaque […]