Implants: When Your Jawbone Isn’t Ready

You might come in to see us for a dental implant consultation, feeling extremely excited about your future smile. During your visit, we may tell you that your jawbone isn’t quite ready for implants. Your first reaction may be that you feel defeated and assume you’re just not going to qualify. However, before you let… Read more »

The Ins and Outs of Implants

Dental implants may seem like a scary concept but they are actually a prosthetic that functions just like your original tooth. Because a titanium implant post is directly inserted into your jaw bone it is equally as stable as the original tooth root and just as biocompatible. Biocompatible means that it can be inserted through… Read more »

Is Tooth Loss a Dental Emergency?

Losing a tooth can be devastating, and if it was due to accidental trauma, it can be painful, as well. In many cases, losing a tooth is considered a dental emergency, and you should seek treatment as soon as possible. Sometimes, though, tooth loss occurs over a longer period of time, such as when periodontal… Read more »

Dental Implants and Gum Disease

Though it doesn’t always seem like a big deal, gum disease is one of the more destructive conditions that can affect your oral health. It’s also the leading cause of adult tooth loss, and therefore the need for replacement teeth, such as dental implants. Understanding the dangers of gum disease before and after tooth loss,… Read more »

Considering An Implant? Pros & Cons of Mini Dental Implants

Are you missing one or more teeth? Having missing teeth in your mouth does more than impact the appearance of your smile — it also affects the function and strength of your teeth, making everyday activities like chewing, eating and talking more difficult. You have likely heard of dental implants as a solution for missing… Read more »

Dental Implants: Missing Teeth Restored

Traumatic injuries, rampant tooth decay, or bacterial infections can all cause multiple teeth to go missing. Depending on the circumstance, your dental professional will take measure to insure the damage is restored, the decay is removed, and the infection is healed, so that you can replace your missing teeth and go on living your life…. Read more »

Missing Teeth? You’re Missing Out!

Is there anything more lovely than a healthy, attractive smile? Not only does your smile impact the way others perceive you, but it also affects the way you feel about yourself. If you’ve lost one or more teeth, you may find it difficult to flash your smile around other people. Dr. Newton, a general dentist… Read more »

Prosper Dentist Can Restore Missing Teeth with Dental Implants

Walking around with even one missing tooth can be inconvenient at best and downright embarrassing at worst. When you are missing entire arches, or even your entire mouth of teeth, you will look nothing like the person you’re used to. Teeth are important for both appearance and function. The inability to smile will decrease your… Read more »

Dental Implants Replace Missing Teeth in Celina

If you’re missing teeth, it’s important to fill in the empty spots in your smile. Missing teeth can make it difficult to bite, chew, or speak naturally. In addition, surrounding teeth may drift into the open space and misalign your smile. Fortunately, Dr. Newton offers sturdy, comfortable dental implants to restore your appearance, confidence, and… Read more »