Dental implants have revolutionized the process of replacing missing teeth. Combined with a dental restoration – a crown, a bridge, or dentures – dental implants look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth. Most people are candidates for dental implants. However, the primary factor is the strength and thickness of the underlying bone. Once a tooth is lost, the bone begins to ...
Read MoreIt’s bad enough that you have had to go through the traumatic experience of losing teeth as an adult. Now you are forced to live with the aftermath. You don’t look or feel like your old self. Your health and your confidence are slowly deteriorating. The situation seems rather bleak. You may be wondering: what, if anything, can be done to reclaim your life? Well, for starters, you can contact ...
Read MoreFor many years, the only treatment options available for people with missing teeth were bridges and dentures. Today dental implants are an option. Listen to Dr. James Dores of Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA, talk about the option of dental implants and how they are changing the lives of patients everywhere. To see if you’re a candidate for dental implants, give us a call at 413-241-3995 ...
Read MoreHaving a missing tooth risks more than your beautiful smile. If you lose a tooth and don’t replace it, your other teeth might shift into the empty spot. This can cause them to spread out and create gaps. At Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA, we can replace a missing tooth with a dental implant. Call our office at 413-241-3995 to set up a consultation. Why Replace A Tooth? Aside from aesthetics, the ...
Read MoreApproximately 35 million people are missing one or both arches of teeth in the United States, according to the American College of Prosthodontists. Every year, many of those people get dentures when they could be getting something better. They could be getting dental implants to hold their dentures in place. Implant-supported dentures are more stable and more secure than traditional ...
Read MoreDores Dental in Longmeadow, MA offers a number of teeth replacement options. For many people who are missing one, several, or even all of their teeth, today’s thoroughly modern dentures are a great option. Today’s dentures are made out of advanced materials that look and feel natural and comfortable. You’ve probably met someone and not even known they were wearing dentures! Dr. Dores ...
Read MoreThere was a time when the only options to replace missing teeth were dental bridges or dentures. Dental implant have revolutionized the replacement of missing teeth. Dental implants are the ultimate solution to return your mouth as close to like-new functioning as possible. Dr. Dores of Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA both places and restores dental implants, meaning that you can have the entire ...
Read MoreWith proper care, and barring accidents, your natural teeth will last a lifetime. That’s a strong argument in favor of taking care of your teeth. Sometimes, though, a tooth has to come out, and if you’re faced with that situation, count on Dr. Dores of Dores Dental in Longmeadow, MA. Reasons for Tooth Extraction Almost every dentist will do everything in his or her power to save a natural ...
Read MoreAre Missing Teeth Ruining Your Life? We Can Help! Welcome back to the Dores Dental blog! We make it our mission to keep your mouth healthy and your smile looking great, all through life. We can tell you that nothing will throw us off course faster than adult tooth loss. In our Longmeadow office, we treat many patients who lose teeth as the result of advanced gum disease. And we also help ...
Read MoreWelcome back to the Dores Dental blog! It is hard to believe that 2016 is almost here! Where does the time go? Just so you know, your trusted Longmeadow, MA dentist is here for you throughout the year and throughout your life. We have the sort of dental solutions that will keep your oral health on track, and your teeth looking great. We are also here for you when the unexpected happens. One ...
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