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Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Receiving a dental implant is considered oral surgery. Therefore, it is essential to choose a trusted and qualified dentist for your procedure. Dental procedures that involve complex and intricate actions require an experienced, well-trained dentist. An improperly placed implant could result in an infection, loss of other teeth, or dental implant failure. Board-certified dental implant …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Missing one or more teeth is common in our society. Research by the American College of Prosthodontists found that nearly 178 million Americans are missing at least one permanent tooth, while approximately 40 million Americans have lost all of their natural teeth. Tooth loss can have multiple causes: age, normal wear and tear, tobacco use, …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Dental implant procedures are on the rise as the benefits and investment have proven successful and worth the time and money. If you are missing teeth, dental implants may be right for you. Since the implants are made with titanium posts that are topped with a custom-fitted dental crown, they could be a permanent solution …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Dental implants are the single best method of tooth replacement available. But how do you know if the dentist who is going to perform this surgical procedure is the right one for you? Making this decision on your own can be overwhelming. That’s why Dr. Albert Starr at Laser Dentistry of Erie has three factors …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA While having dental insurance helps make dental care more affordable, it also is a huge letdown if your claim is denied. Dental insurance limits make getting dental work done seem impossible at times. Dental implants are a great example of this problem. Many dental insurance plans, for instance, won’t cover dental implants—even though they’re considered …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Getting a tooth extracted is not something to look forward to, and then comes exploring your options for tooth replacement. Dental bridges and partial dentures have been used for years to replace missing teeth. But, both options come with drawbacks that may be an inconvenience for some people. Find out from Dr. Albert Starr, a …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA At Laser Dentistry of Erie, LLC, Dr. Albert Starr believes in preventing tooth loss whenever possible. However, losing teeth often can be inevitable—and more common than you may realize. Statistics gathered by the American College of Prosthodontists show that at least 120 million individuals in America have lost at least one permanent tooth. A dental …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Are you thinking about having dental implants installed to replace your missing teeth? Great news! A dental implant represents the finest tooth replacement option available in all of restorative dentistry. No other tooth replacement looks and feels more like natural teeth. However, not all dentists are qualified to install implants, so you may have to …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA Restorative dentistry is one of the specialties of your local Erie dentist Dr. Albert Starr at Laser Dentistry of Erie, LLC. Dr. Starr has been performing implant installation procedures for years. He knows what has been established throughout dental science—that no tooth replacement option can match the durability, stability, and permanence of an implant. It’s …
Erie, Harborcreek and Millcreek, PA The vast majority of the American population loses at least one permanent tooth at some point in their lives. If you are one of these people, then a dental implant represents the finest tooth replacement option that is available in restorative dentistry. However, what if you have missing teeth but also are one of the …