Are Dental Implants Right for You?

Many people experience tooth loss for one reason or another. Gum disease is the number one cause, but you can also lose teeth because of decay or trauma. Thankfully, there are tooth replacement options that restore your smile’s appearance and function! Dental implants are popular. Are they right for you? What Are Dental Implants? Dental […]

What to Do If Your Dental Implants Are Damaged

Dental implants have a high success rate and are very durable, but they can still get damaged. At our office, we offer a variety of dental implant restorations that get your oral health back on track. What Are the Signs of Dental Implant Damage? A dental implant has two main parts: a titanium screw in […]

Restore Your Dental Implants!

Losing even a single tooth has a big impact on your smile. It changes your appearance, affects your chewing function, and can cause your jawbone to lose density. Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth whether you’re looking for a single implant or implant-supported dentures. What are implants exactly? Can dental implants […]

Can Dental Implants Break?

Those who have received dental implants know that they are strong, durable, and a great replacement for lost or damaged teeth. Although they are firmly rooted and built to last many years with proper care, dental implants can break. It’s important to know the details for how this can happen to help prevent it. If […]

Do I Need Dentures or Dental Implants?

Losing your teeth can be daunting, but know that there are quite a few different tooth replacement options that can suit your needs. You don’t have to live without properly eating, talking, or smiling forever! Two popular restorative options are dentures and dental implants. In this blog post, we’ll review what both of them entail […]

Why Is My Jaw Sore When I Wake Up?

If you wake up suffering from jaw pain, you aren’t alone. An estimated 10 percent of adults wake up with tension in the jaw. Facial pain, neck tension, and headaches upon waking can be due to a number of causes. Bruxism, or chronic teeth clenching, is often the culprit. If you’re curious about why your […]

Signs You May Need Urgent Dental Care

When you think you’re experiencing a dental emergency, it’s hard to maintain your composure and stay rational in the moment. Read on to learn more about what constitutes a dental emergency and how you can handle one if the time comes. Symptoms to Look Out For 1. Injury to Your Tongue, Jaw, or Mouth It’s […]

Dental Implants Offer More Than Tooth Replacement

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There are the obvious reasons you would choose dental implants that Three Creek Dentistry offers. Obviously, they are a great option for your missing teeth. They are metal posts that are surgically placed into your jawbone beneath your gums. As soon as they are securely fused into your jawbone they act as an anchor that […]

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