Monthly Archives: July 2018

Since the beginning of mankind, significant value has been seen in the presence of a complete set of teeth, for functional or aesthetic reasons. This has driven people all over the world in different time eras to replace missing teeth, leading to the invention and use of dental implants. Dental implants are now considered as the most advanced solution for missing teeth. They are the only reliable solution that: Restore a patient’s smile and confidence Continue to stimulate the natural bone formation Support surrounding teeth Restore the ability to chew There is evidence that throughout the history of civilization restoring the function of being able to chew food has driven […]

Do you want to know more about dental implants before you make this investment? Here are some facts that may surprise you: 4000 years ago in ancient China, carved bamboo pegs were used to replace missing teeth. Did you know that back in the 7th century, the Mayans used shell-like rocks as implants? Ancient dental implants were hammered into the jaw. Archaeologists have also discovered teeth made of gold, silver, and ivory in the mouths of Ancient Egyptians. Nowadays dental implants are made of high-grade sterile titanium, just like NASA’s rockets. Dental implants preserve and stimulate the growth of jaw bone unlike ill-fitting dentures Dental implants are cavity-resistant – don’t […]

The hot summer months are officially here! With the sun out and shining there’s not a better time to be out and enjoying good food, weather, and company! That means vacations, BBQ’s, and family get-togethers. Summer presents plenty of foods that are tasty and healthy. Unfortunately, there are also plenty of foods that can lead to cavities and gum disease.  Two of the biggest summertime culprits are lemonade and soda. These two beverages contain massive amounts of sugar – which is not only bad for your teeth but bad for your overall health. There are definitely some summertime foods that are better than others if you are interested in treating your […]