Dental implants in Houston are, by and large, a very successful procedure. For the vast majority of patients, their implants last for decades. However, in rare cases, dental implant failure occurs due to an infection known as peri-implantitis, which causes serious damage to the tissue surrounding an implant. How can you protect your new smile and help it stand the test of time? An implant dentist in Houston is here to offer some expert advice.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are urging everyone to wear a face mask in public settings. In some municipalities and counties, wearing a face mask has even become mandatory. Indeed, there is no doubt that this simple precaution can do much to protect both you and those around you from COVID-19. But masks are only effective if they are worn correctly. An oral surgeon in Houston is here to provide tips to help you ensure that your facial covering is living up to its potential.

When a patient suffers any degree of tooth loss, dentists are quick to recommend dental implants in Houston as the best tooth replacement solution. Implants serve as prosthetic tooth roots, and they offer many benefits. For example, they are sturdy, long-lasting, and aesthetically pleasing. Still, since the implant procedure requires a surgery, many patients wonder how many dental implants they can get at once. Let’s talk about how many implants you might need and what your treatment process might look like.

Hugs and handshakes are great ways to say hello to your dental team. These gestures convey loads of warmth and friendliness. Unfortunately, however, they are not wise practices during this time of COVID-19. Maintaining social distancing, even when you are visiting your dentist or dental implant surgeon, is important. How, then, can you greet your dental team without initiating unnecessary contact? Here are some safe and creative ideas:

Social distancing, face coverings, and clean hands are the three main ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Maintaining clean hands is especially important for individuals in medical settings, including your dental implant dentist’s team. How are they making sure that their hands are absolutely clean when you come in for your appointment? In this post, we’ll discuss some of the rigorous hygiene standards that they adhere to.

Governmental agencies and many experts in the healthcare field recommend that everyone wears a face mask in public settings. Whether you are at the grocery store, taking a stroll in the park, or visiting your dentist’s office, a face covering can do much to protect both you and those around you. However, because everyone is wearing masks, it might be difficult to find any vendors that have them in stock. That is why we have provided some simple guidance to help you make your own face mask with materials that you already have on hand.

Sterilization has always been of utmost importance in medical settings, including dental offices. However, the recent outbreak of COVID-19 has shined a new spotlight on the need for medical professionals to ensure that they are working in a clean environment and using sterile instruments. But just exactly how does your dental team sterilize their tools to keep you safe and prevent the spread of contagions? In this post, we discuss some of the basics of dental office sterilization.

Think of all your favorite foods right now. What comes to mind? A perfectly-seasoned steak? Wonderfully crispy fried chicken? Tacos bursting with color and flavor? That one dish your grandmother used to make that you can’t find anywhere? Now, imagine that in order to eat any of them, you had to put the food in a blender, set it to high, and drink the resulting mush. Doesn’t sound very appetizing, does it? Sadly, this was an everyday reality for Sharon Tillotta, a Pasadena woman who was missing almost all of her teeth, rendering her unable to effectively chew anything. She simply couldn’t afford to get the dental work she desperately needed, and that’s when our own Dr. Steve Koo decided to reach out and help. (more…)

If you are missing or on the brink of losing teeth and have started your research into how to have them replaced, you probably know that dental implants in Houston are a wonderful option for regaining your complete smile. You may have also discovered that this method comes at a higher cost than fixed bridges or dentures — and that may leave you wondering why dental implants are so expensive. The answer is simple: because nothing else is as high in quality or success.

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If you are missing teeth and on the brink of finally deciding to get dental implants in Houston, congratulations! That’s a wise decision, as this option promotes long-term oral and overall health. Up next, you may be wondering how many dental implant posts you will require — something that will be answered during the consultation. This information will help you understand what will be involved after the implant(s) have been placed and also how much the total procedure will cost. But how many implant posts will you really need? Keep reading to find out. 

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