You have embraced a holistic approach to your health. You have heard about oil pulling, an ancient Ayurvedic practice of swishing oil in your mouth to improve oral health. Proponents claim it whitens teeth, reduces bad breath, and pulls toxins…
You have a dental implant. You are committed to protecting your investment. You brush, you floss, you see your dentist for maintenance. But you also love food, and you want to eat a healthy, varied diet. You have heard that…
You live in Oregon. You need dental implants. You are enrolled in the Oregon Health Plan, the state’s Medicaid program. You have heard conflicting information about what OHP covers for dental care. You know it covers some basic services, but…
You have decided to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant. You understand the benefits. You have budgeted for the cost. Now you face a critical decision that will determine the success and longevity of your implant: who should…
You have a dental implant. It replaced a missing tooth and restored your ability to chew and smile confidently. Now, years later, your other teeth have shifted. Perhaps you never wore your retainer after braces, or age and natural drifting…
You have a dental implant that is failing. The bone has receded. The implant is loose. Or perhaps it is not loose, but it is in the wrong position, causing persistent pain, nerve damage, or an intractable cosmetic problem. Your…
You trusted the process. You underwent surgery. You endured the healing period. You paid a significant sum of money. You received your new crown and for a while, everything was perfect. Then something changed. The implant feels loose. Your dentist…
You are a singer. Your voice is your instrument. Perhaps you perform professionally on stage, sing in a choir, teach music, or simply find joy in singing in the shower or the car. You are considering a dental implant to…
You hold a Delta Dental HMO insurance card in your hand. You need a dental implant. Perhaps you lost a tooth to decay or an accident, and your dentist has recommended an implant as the best replacement option. You call…
You invested in a dental implant to replace a missing tooth. You followed the post-operative instructions. You healed well. The crown was placed, and for a time, everything felt perfect. Then you notice something. The gum around the implant looks…
