Apex, Raleigh, NC When it comes to replacing lost teeth, receiving a dental implant is the best treatment choice that you can make. Implants are fixed in the mouth and no other method of tooth replacement can match an implant for form, appearance and function. Although there are many advantages to receiving an implant, this procedure is not right for … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC Triangle Periodontics specializes in dental implants. If you have missing permanent teeth, an implant represents the best option available to replace that gap in your smile. Whether you need a single dental implant to replace one tooth or have more significant tooth loss that may require something like implant-supported dentures or the All-on-4 system, smoking can preclude … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC Teeth need to be able to function properly for a person to participate in everyday activities like speaking and chewing. Missing teeth not only disrupts the functionality of the teeth and mouth, but it affects a person’s self-confidence. At Triangle Periodontics, we understand how important your smile is to you. That’s why we offer same-day dental implants, … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC So you just got dental implants — now what? Dental implants are so similar to natural teeth that they require little more care than the real things! Due in part to their striking similarities, dental implants have become a wildly popular, gold-standard, permanent restoration option to replace a missing tooth, multiple teeth or a tooth that needs … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC Gum disease – also known as periodontal disease – is a condition in which the teeth, gums, and even the bones of the jaw become infected. Its typical cause is bacteria (which naturally occur in the mouth) and the acid these bacteria produce. This acid attacks the enamel of the teeth, which brings about a process called … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC Are you missing one or more permanent teeth? Dental Implants may be the solution for you. Implants are permanent, stable tooth replacements. The post, a screw made of titanium, is surgically placed into the jawbone at the site of the missing tooth. This creates a replacement for the tooth root and ensures your replacement tooth is stable. … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC We all know the benefits of regular exercise on physical health. It helps, for instance, lower the risks of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. But researchers have also found that regular physical activity helps lower the risk of gum disease and the inflammation and infection that lead to it. Read on to discover how living an … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC According to the American College of Prosthodontists, approximately 120 million people in the United States have lost at least one permanent tooth. Are you one of them? If you’ve been living with missing teeth, dental implants may be the solution for you. No other method of tooth replacement has greater strength and stability. However, implants also come … Read More
Apex, Raleigh, NC Do you find yourself avoiding hot, cold or sweet foods and beverages because consuming them causes your teeth to hurt? If so, it’s time to talk about sensitive teeth … Sensitive teeth could have many causes, some of which may be able to be addressed at home. Since thinning tooth enamel is a primary culprit for sensitive … Read More
Raleigh, NC Gum disease – also referred to as periodontal disease – is the general name for when the teeth, gums, and even the bone around teeth become infected. Gum disease is ultimately caused by bacteria in the mouth and the acid the bacteria produce. This acid attacks the enamel of the teeth, which brings about a process called “demineralization” … Read More
