by Dr. Gerald Tan | May 11, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
If your dental implants have fused with the bone successfully, and you have been getting regular maintenance after the placement of the implant-supported bridge or crown, there is no need to do anything else. The Location of the Cancer Because of advancements in...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 19, 2022 | Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
In the dental industry, certain options such as mini-implants, that might not be appropriate for the patient, are available. These options are offered to persuade patients to undergo treatment for implants at a lower fee. It can be difficult for patients to...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 19, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
If you do not replace your missing tooth with a dental implant, a few things might happen: Shifted Teeth Your teeth were created to hold and support one another. When one goes missing, the others move over time to fill the void. As teeth shift to compensate within...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 19, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The most important factor to consider before going for MRI scans as a person with dental implants is the material of your implants. Medical imaging technicians use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to assist physicians in diagnosing internal health issues affecting the...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 19, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
The truth is there are many variables that might contribute to whether or not a patient experiences pain when undergoing dental implant surgery. Some examples of these variables are: Subjective pain threshold of the patient Medical health status of the patient Whether...
by Dr. Gerald Tan | Apr 7, 2022 | Dental Implants, Dr Gerald Tan's Feed
Every patient is different and each case is decided upon on its unique merits and clinical situation. Sometimes you can have an immediate implant placed right after the tooth is extracted. Other times, it is best to wait 3-6 months for the site to heal and regenerate...
