New Orleans teeth implants

  • January 6, 2015

    Can I find more affordable dental implants?

    I have several missing teeth and I refuse to smile anymore because I am so embarrassed about how I look. I want to get implants, but the dentist I recently visited quoted me $5000. That is so much more than I was expecting and I really don’t think I can afford it. Is it possible…
  • December 12, 2014

    What's with the brown line on my implant?

    I recently noticed a brown line on my dental implant. I had an appointment for a cleaning and it totally slipped my mind to ask my dentist about it. After the cleaning, the dark line was gone so I just assumed it must have been a stain so I stopped worrying about it. Then I…
  • May 27, 2014

    Not enough space for implants?

    When I was young, a minor accident knocked one of my teeth out. It wasn’t in an obvious place that could be seen, so I didn’t worry about fixing it. I just recently went to the dentist after not being to one for many years, and I had to have the tooth next to it…
  • October 28, 2013

    New dental implants done overseas hurt ALL the time. Can they be removed?

    I had 4 dental implants overseas and now they ALL the time. I can’t believe that all of them hurt. The pain is not intense but it is moderate and very uncomfortable. It’s been 10 months since I had them done and I can’t afford to keep going in and out of the country for…
  • July 5, 2013

    Loose dental implant

    I had 3 dental implants fitted in April and one has come a bit loose. Can this be dangerous or is just like a loose tooth that will fall out later? – Janet Janet – Dental implants should not become lose or fall out. A loose implant is a sign of dental implant failure. Have…
  • June 8, 2013

    How do you know if your dental implant is messed up or failing?

    How do you know if your dental implant is messed up or failing? – Melanie Melanie – There are several indicators of dental implant failure. Infection – Infection can result from implants that were improperly placed or poorly fitted. Loose implants – Cheap implant fixtures can cause the implants to loosen. Implants can also loosen…
  • May 20, 2013

    What should I expect after dental implant surgery?

    I am considering getting dental implants but I want to know as much about the whole process as possible. After dental implant surgery, how will I feel/what should I expect? – Kent Kent – After your dental implant surgery , for 24 to 48 hours, you may experience minor bleeding around the implant site. You…
  • January 25, 2013

    How can I tell if I have gum disease?

    How can I tell if I have gum disease? My gums are bleeding. Thanks. Thomas Thomas – The best way to tell if you have gum disease is to see your dentist. Your dentist will examine your teeth and gums to make the determination. Symptoms of gum disease Gums that bleed when you floss or…
  • March 15, 2012

    Need some advice on teeth implants

    The crowns on my teeth implants look fake. I’ve had them for almost three years and I hate them. My dentist says that I’m being too picky, and that I should give it some time. How much more time do I need after three years? Am I being unreasonable, or am I right to make…