We provide a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our dental services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Preserving Bone for a Dental Implant A dental implant requires enough support with a strong and ample amount of jaw bone. If there is insufficient bone to place the implant, another procedure can help. As soon as a tooth is extracted, bone loss begins. At our practice, we can fill the area of the extracted tooth with a bone graft. This helps to preserve bone, even if you later decide not to have an implant. Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL 13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101 Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 531-4462 TBSmiles.com
The Cost Of Dental Treatments If you develop complications from tooth decay and gum disease, you may be dealing with bills for anything from fillings or crowns to more costly and complicated procedures such as root canals or oral surgery to extract damaged teeth and place dental implants. The Costs Vary The costs of dental treatments vary. For example, the cost of a root canal will depend on the location of the tooth and how many canals are in the tooth that needs the root canal treatment. The Cost of Oral Hygiene By comparison, the cost of basic oral hygiene and preventive teeth cleaning is low. A toothbrush should be replaced every three months or when it appears worn, but that’s just a few dollars. The same goes for dental floss, whether you prefer specialized floss, such as Oral-B’s Ultra Floss, or standard floss. Points To Remember Also, don’t forget that most dental plans cover at least one, and sometimes two, checkups and cleanings per year at little or no cost to you. It’s better to make and keep those appointments, even if you don’t think you have problems with your teeth or oral hygiene, in order to identify and manage potential problems before costly care is required. Remember that your dentist is your partner in oral health, and be sure to keep him or her informed about medications you take and changes in your overall health so your oral hygiene can be tailored accordingly to maximize your health benefits. Some types of medications (including anti-depressants and some heart medications) increase your risk for gingivitis, so be sure to let your dentist know if you start taking any new medication, even if you don’t think it will affect your oral health. The above article is from: OralB.com
No More Denture Slippage Overdentures are another solution that stabilizes and gives added strength to dentures. It takes care of all the problems of slipping, wandering, or trapped food. Your bridge or dentures are secured with implants so they fit like they should and look very natural. Relief from denture problems will increase your confidence and give a new quality to your life. Be sure to ask us about this solution today!
We can also design dentures that fit properly and won’t slip. You will no longer worry about what you eat or that your dentures will slip or shift to cause embarrassment when you least need it. We anchor your denture plate to eliminate all the problems from loose dentures to make your life easier and let you smile more often. Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL 13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101 Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 531-4462 TBSmiles.com
Immediate Load Implants – An Easy Solution for Missing Teeth Today’s dental advancements bring solutions that are easier, quicker, and provide all the functionality of real teeth. All-on-4™ immediate load implants are an option that permanently holds your dentures in place to eliminate annoying problems. They never need to be taken out, as your dentures are now like real teeth. Just four to six implants provide all the support you need to chew every type of food. And there is no waiting time of months for the bone to heal. As the name implies, you can have the implants positioned and on the same day eat whatever you like.
In times past, when teeth were lost due to disease, trauma, or extraction, a patient was referred to an oral surgeon to have the titanium post implanted. Then it was a trip back to the regular dentist to have the crown placed over the implant. We take care of the whole procedure in a single visit, and there is no waiting time for healing between post and tooth placement.
Implants Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth. Surgically placed in the upper or lower jaw, they function as a sturdy anchor for replacement teeth. Made of titanium and other materials, implants are designed to hold restorations like crowns or bridges blend in with your other teeth, and are a long-term option for restoring your smile. The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL 13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101 Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 531-4462 TBSmiles.com
Braces While orthodontic work that begins while a child is growing helps produce optimal results, that doesn’t mean that adults can’t have braces. Thanks to advances in orthodontic treatments, metal brackets are not your only option. Removable aligners, or invisible braces,î or clear plastic brackets can all be used to straighten crooked or crowded teeth. The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL 13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101 Clearwater, FL 33760 (727) 531-4462 TBSmiles.com
