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The 5 Step Dental Implants Process

August 19, 2017

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smiling senior woman with dental implants Many people with missing teeth put off tooth replacement. Some think it doesn’t matter as long as their missing tooth is in the back. Others think all tooth replacement options look and feel fake, and still more people think that replacing missing teeth is a painful process. Dental implants have changed the way patients and dentists think of tooth replacement. By replacing the entire tooth, root and crown, dental implant supported restorations offer natural looking, feeling, and functioning replacement teeth in just five easy steps.
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Caring for Dental Implants in Superior, WI

June 5, 2016

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dental implantsCongratulations! You’ve just completed dental implant treatment to replace missing teeth and rebuild your beautiful smile. To ensure the longevity of your implants and the health of your smile, Drs. Clark at Hill Avenue Dental want to review the care your dental implants in Superior, WI, require.

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Change Your Smile (& Your Life) With Dental Implants in Superior

January 8, 2016

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dental implants superiorLife is stressful when you’re missing teeth. Aside from diminished self-confidence, it’s also increasingly difficult to speak, eat and smile after you’ve experienced tooth loss. Fortunately, you’ve got a wonderful option in replacement — something so good many people call it nature’s tooth rival. Keep reading to learn more about how you can complete your smile with dental implants in Superior, WI at Hill Avenue Dental.

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Hill Avenue Dental is the Restorative Dentist You Need for Damaged or Missing Teeth

January 25, 2015

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134124545If you are contending with teeth that are damaged, or even some teeth that are missing, then you know that none of the consequences are good ones. The activities you used to take for granted—eating, speaking and smiling—are suddenly difficult. To say nothing of the consequences to your self-esteem. Fortunately, there is a restorative dentist in Superior, WI, that can help. Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark III at Hill Avenue Dental are highly trained and experienced in a number of restorative dentistry procedures that will revive your smile and you!

CEREC One-Visit Crowns

When a tooth is damaged because of severe decay or a deep fracture, the need for repair is immediate, not only for the sake of your smile, but to protect the remaining tooth, as well. Nothing is more immediate than a CEREC one-visit crown. Our CEREC, or Chairside Economic Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics, machine allows us to fit, create, and place your crown in just a single appointment. Made of porcelain, a CEREC crown gives you the natural appearance you want.

Root Canal Therapy

For a tooth that is causing you pain and discomfort because of an infection inside the tooth, Dr. Clark or Dr. Clark will perform root canal therapy. During this pain free procedure, the infected soft tissue and any accompanying debris is removed and the canals are filled with a biocompatible material. The remaining tooth structure is then fitted with a crown for protection.

Dental Implants and Fixed Bridges

If you are missing one or more teeth, then our dentists will likely recommend either a dental implant or fixed bridge to replace those teeth. A dental implant is comprised of a titanium post that is surgically implanted in the bone beneath the open socket of your missing tooth, and the abutment and crown that are attached to the post. As such, an implant closely mimics a real tooth with a root and crown.

A fixed bridge is another tooth replacement option. This, as the name implies, bridges the gap over missing teeth. The teeth on either side of the gap are usually fitted with crowns in order to anchor the false tooth that fills the gap.

Schedule an Appointment Today

Don’t put up with damaged or missing teeth. Call Hill Avenue Dental for the restorative dentist Superior, WI, trusts. We also conveniently serve patients from Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota.

Restore Your Smile in 2015 with New Dental Implants from Dr. Clark in Superior, WI

December 24, 2014

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122407402Are you facing a tooth replacement decision? With the many choices available for modern tooth restoration, deciding which method will work best for you can be confusing. However, many patients have found that their concerns are addressed, and their expectations are exceeded when they decide to replace their teeth with dental implants. Dental implants are fast becoming the most popular choice for patients seeking to escape the encumbrances of ill fitting dentures or untreated tooth loss. To discover how dental implants could improve your quality of life, make an appointment with Dr. Clark today for a personalized dental implants consultation. Hill Avenue Dental is the leading local destination for dental implants procedures. Dr. Clark renews smiles daily throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, and the surrounding communities.

What Happens During a Dental Implants Procedure?

  • First, a detailed evaluation and treatment plan is prescribed by Dr. Clark.
  • Next your implant(s) will be placed gently below your gum line in a single visit.
  • The implants will need time to heal and fuse with your jaw bone (usually for 3 to 6 months). During this time, you will need to wear a modified or  temporary denture or dental bridge
  • After your implant has fully healed, a small metal post (abutment) will be attached. This segment will be used to secure your denture or dental crown to the implant.
  • Finally, your new replacement teeth can be crafted and fitted. Total treatment time for most dental implants is typically between 5 and 8 months.

What Are The Advantages of Dental Implants Placement?

Dental implants are versatile. They can be used to replace an entire lower or upper denture, a partial denture, fixed bridgework, or a single missing tooth. Dental implants anchor your tooth replacement, eliminating embarrassing and uncomfortable slippage and shifting. They actually replace your missing tooth’s root, so they preserve your remaining jawbone density, to prevent premature aging. They can be cared for just as if they were your natural teeth, they never decay, and they can last a lifetime with proper oral maintenance. Implants can enhance overall oral functioning and fully restore the feeling of natural teeth.

Superior Dental Implants Appointments

If a patient is well enough to undergo fixed bridgework or routine oral surgery, they should be eligible to undergo a dental implants procedure. However, the density and location of available bone is usually the major determinant of a good implant candidate. Make your dental implants appointment with Dr. Clark today. Hill Avenue Dental performs expert dental implants procedures daily for patients throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, and nearby areas.