If you’re dealing with tooth loss, you’re not alone. The American College of Prosthodontists estimates that 178 million Americans are affected by this serious problem. We understand the significant role a healthy smile plays in self-confidence and the far reaching-impact tooth loss can have on a patient’s quality of life. We know there are many… Read More
Maybe it’s been a long time since you last visited our dental office in Woodway for a comprehensive cleaning and checkup. That’s OK! But maybe now you find yourself with a missing tooth, or in danger of having a tooth (or multiple teeth) fall out due to deterioration over time. We’re here to help you… Read More
If you have lost some teeth, or you are about to, the feelings of anxiety that you experience are understandable. At the same time, you are not alone. Millions of people around the world are in the exact same position that you find yourself in right now. What you need to know is that there… Read More
Losing even a single adult tooth can lead to many dental issues. This is why it is so important to consider implant dentistry as soon as you lose a single tooth. Naturally, this makes many wonder if they are a candidate for dental implants. Corbet Locke, DDS in Waco, TX is a dental implants specialist… Read More
Years ago, if you were missing teeth, you had a couple of methods of dealing with the problem. You could typically need to have removable bridges or false teeth. While they could provide a person with the help they needed to restore function and aesthetics to their mouth, they were not ideal solutions. Now, with… Read More
When was the last time you enjoyed the confidence that comes from a whole, and beautiful smile? For adults who have suffered from tooth loss, it can be difficult thinking back to how much simpler life seemed, or how much more enjoyable their mealtimes were, when they still had all their natural teeth. Sadly, when… Read More
As you head into the holiday season, are you feeling unsure about spending time with loved ones, all because of the uncertainty and frustration you feel about your incomplete smile? There are a number of potential side effects after the loss of one or several teeth, not the least of which is the sense of… Read More
Are you having a hard time enjoy meals, lately, because of an ill-fitting denture, or simply one that is unsupported? When dental prostheses shift during chewing or speaking, it can create a great deal of embarrassment, and even discomfort. Fortunately, there are now more ways than ever before to help complete a smile after tooth… Read More
Did you lose a tooth recently? As an adult, the loss of a tooth can be a troubling occurrence, one that raises many more questions. “Are my other teeth in jeopardy? How is my smile going to function? Will I ever be able to smile confidently again?” These are just a few of the many… Read More
Losing a tooth can be a troubling and traumatic experience for an adult. “How will my smile look, now? Will I be able to eat again, comfortably? Am I going to lose more teeth?” These are just a few of the troubling questions that tooth loss can raise. Fortunately, prosthetic dentistry makes it possible to… Read More