Your gums are group of soft tissues that surround your teeth and protect your jaw bones. Healthy gums are pink in color, firm in texture, have smooth scalloped appearance surrounding the tooth and do not bleed during and after tooth … Read more
Dental implants are used to fill the gaps caused by tooth loss. They serve as tooth roots to anchor a dental crown, dental bridge or even a fixed denture in place. Dental implants help prevent dental bone loss and maintain … Read more
Periodontal or gum disease is a kind of oral disease caused by a build-up of plaque in your gums. Plaque is a sticky colorless film of bacteria that forms on our gums and teeth. It is usually the main cause … Read more
You may have heard stories from friends and family members who have had dental implants about how long the whole procedure takes. In some cases, it may take up to a year from the time a dentist extracts teeth to … Read more
What Determines the Cost of Dental Crowns? Dr. Nehal Zaveri of Alta Dental in Upland may recommend a dental crown in a variety of situations. The most common ones include: To protect a tooth after a root canal procedure To … Read more
When patients of Alta Dental consider their options to replace missing teeth, many appreciate the numerous benefits that dental implants offer over traditional removable dentures. Among these is the renewed ability to bite and chew firmly, not having to remove … Read more
Dental implants make an attractive alternative to removable dentures. Since they are permanent, you care for them just like regular teeth. You can also speak, smile, and chew your food with confidence knowing that your replacement teeth are firmly in … Read more
When you have one or more missing teeth, it can damage your self-esteem as well as compromise your oral health. Although there is nothing fun about losing your teeth, Alta Dental offers you several options for replacing missing teeth. For … Read more