Getting Your Gums Back to Healthy

Posted on: 29 February 2016

Everyone knows the importance of going to the dentist every six months for a cleaning and a check-up. However, that doesn't stop people from putting it off and waiting to go. For some, it is the fear of going to the dentist. For others, they are unhappy with their current provider. Choosing a new dentist (like Marc E. Segal, D.D.S.) isn't always easy. However, it doesn't have to be as complicated as you might think. [Read More]

Posted on: 9 February 2016

In an attempt to move certain teeth into the proper place, it is common for other teeth to also move out of place as a result. For instance, it is a common problem when a patient suffers from an overbite to receive a treatment that might cause the back teeth to move out of alignment. To prevent this problem from occurring, it might be necessary to use temporary anchorage devices (TAD). [Read More]

Posted on: 18 January 2016

The loss of multiple teeth in one side of the mouth can greatly affect your bite and chewing comfort. Your general or cosmetic dentistry specialist can offer a few different dental replacement options that can make chewing more comfortable. But implant-supported dentures are one of the only options that also helps promote bone and tissue health in the areas where teeth were lost. Implant-supported dentures feature a jawbone-inserted root, which is held into place when the bone fuses around the root during healing. [Read More]

Posted on: 29 December 2015

If you recently lost a tooth, then you have several replacement options available. Each offers different benefits and drawbacks. To help you get a better idea of which is best for you, here is a brief overview of each: Dentures In many cases, your cheapest option will be to get dentures. A full set of dentures can cost you less than a single implant, but there are higher end dentures available as well. [Read More]