by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 7, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
There is no such thing as a dental implant specialist in Singapore, or anywhere else in the world. The field of Dental Implantology is not recognised or registrable as a specialist field in Singapore or anywhere else in the world. In Singapore, these are the 3...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 7, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The risk for immediate implants is higher than delayed implants. One of the key risks is delayed osseointegration of the immediate implant. Osseointegration is a concept where the implants and the bone fuse together. This concept of osseointegration is relevant not...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 7, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
No two patients are ever alike. A better assessment of the teeth after a proper thorough consultation with your trusted dentist should be done before landing on an answer. With that said, let’s say you have lost 3 teeth at a relatively young age. It is not common and...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Mar 1, 2021 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The metal post that is surgically attached to the jawbone is called a tooth implant or dental implant. Its primary purpose is to support the artificial tooth. Once in place, your dentist mounts the replacement tooth onto the implant. While not many are aware of the...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Mar 1, 2021 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Many years prior, dentures were seen as the only treatment option to replace failing or missing teeth. Today, dental implants are deemed the treatment of choice. Since dentures rest on the gums, they are prone to slipping and pinching. Dental implants on the other...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Oct 30, 2020 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
For most people, getting dental implants is the first step to restoring their former chewing and biting capabilities. Dental implant surgery can also help preserve the structure of the jaw after teeth are lost. Dental implants are designed to support a vast range of...
