The loss of bone mass is an unfortunate consequence of the loss of a tooth, whether from extraction or some other reason. Dental implants, like those available from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, can slow and even stop it. Bone loss, or recession, occurs because the bone’s density is no longer preserved by […]
Dental Implants
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many of them choose dentures. But dental implants from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove are a state-of-the-art alternative. Problems With Dentures Conventional dentures usually fit properly at first, but the mouth changes as you age. Normal […]
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Imagine being able to replace your missing teeth with dentures that are so stable, they seem more like natural teeth than ordinary dentures ever could. With implant-supported dentures from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN you don’t have to imagine: they’re here. Anyone who wears orindary dentures knows how difficult it is to keep […]
Why is the 4-Step Tooth Implant Timeline Necessary?
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dental implants from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant can take several months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother doing anything about it. After all, the gap doesn’t show when they smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back […]
Dental Implants Change Lives
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Many people have had a big boost in self-confidence after replacing missing teeth with dental implants from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. We love helping people improve their quality of life. With a new smile, they feel better about themselves. They feel more comfortable in public. They socialize more often. That might be […]
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
Dentures that rest on the gums have a long history in dentistry. But a revolution is taking place, and these traditional dentures are no longer the only option. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we offer state-of-the-art, implant-supported dentures. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into your jaw. Within a few […]
Tooth Restoration: Dental Implants And Dental Bridges
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested treatment at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. When our patients want information about tooth restoration, we oftentimes tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a pontic—is fused […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we consider jaw bone health. To remain strong the jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday […]
Extraction Is Not The End Game
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we can address that with a state-of-the-art dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, […]
