Zygomatic implants are an innovative, graft-less solution for replacing fixed teeth in the upper jaw. For many patients, they could be the answer to avoiding unnecessary bone grafting procedures. If you have extensive bone loss due to dental complications like tooth loss, bone grafting can be the only way to get a single dental implant. However, if you’re looking at a more complex situation, such as replacing all of you upper teeth, there are more solutions available. To determine this, you’ll need the advice of a qualified oral surgeon like Dr. Harley Richards at New Teeth Now. In the realm o ..read more

The placement of dental implants is a surgical procedure. Patients rightfully wonder how a dentist or oral surgeon can help with pain and anxiety during implant placement. Fortunately, there are several types of anesthesia for dental implants available to keep patients comfortable during dental procedures. Here at New Teeth Now, we offer general anesthesia to our full-mouth dental implant patients to truly make the implant experience as comfortable and easy as possible.  Are You ‘Put Under’ for Dental Implants?  In some cases, yes. If you’re getting multiple implants or you have anxi ..read more

Yes! On the day of the New Teeth Now procedure, patients go home with new teeth and a new smile. New Teeth Now is a sophisticated process designed by the best board-certified oral surgeons in the world. Our surgeons truly have the patient’s best interests at heart. It’s important to understand what the “Now” in New Teeth Now truly means. So, let’s hear what our very own board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. David Kirkpatrick, has to say about it. When Will You Receive Final Teeth Following Your Full Mouth Dental Implant Procedure? Undergoing a full mouth dental implant proce ..read more

In a nutshell, dentures are the cheap, low-quality alternative to full-mouth dental implants provided by a New Teeth Now oral surgeon.  Many people recognize that dentures typically aren’t the best replacements for missing teeth. Dentures are notorious for slipping out of place, fitting poorly, and even causing mouth sores and gagging sensations. However, some of the alternatives aren’t much better. This is why people specifically look for high-end alternatives to dentures rather than just any substitute.  Here we’ll discuss some of the tooth replacement options besides dentures, sta ..read more

The Importance of Professional Cleanings No matter how diligent you are in maintaining your dental implant cleaning regimen, you’ll still need to have professional cleanings from time to time. If you’re like most patients, you’ll need to seek professional cleaning every six months. Some patients–such as those who smoke–may require more frequent cleanings. Maintaining the regular cleaning schedule recommended by your oral hygienist will ensure that any bacteria or plaque buildup is removed before it can cause damage or infection. Your hygienist will also check the condition of your gums and ..read more

We occasionally hear from patients who ask us, “Does New Teeth Now do All-on-4®?” To which, we reply, “We provide full mouth dental implants.” Within the dental care community, the All-on-4® brand is sometimes used interchangeably with a full mouth, implant-based restoration, in a similar way that Kleenex® is associated with tissues. But it’s important to recognize that while providing a similar solution, the All-on-4® treatment concept is not the same as the New Teeth Now process. Why? Because, simply put, four implants is not enough!   What Is All-on-4®? All-on-4® is a surgical protocol ..read more

What’s the difference between going to a general dentist or to an oral surgeon to have dental implants placed? While it may be more convenient and, at first, more inexpensive to receive implants from a dentist, an oral surgeon has years of education and experience at performing surgical procedures. A surgeon is also the only implant provider licensed to have general anesthesia administered in their facility. If a case becomes complex, which is especially common for dental implant procedures involving severe bone loss, then the dentist will eventually refer their patients into the care of an ..read more

When researching options for dental implants, it’s vital to know the right questions to ask. Here you can find a quick list to help you interview your prospective implant provider. Even if you aren’t able to come to New Teeth Now for your procedure, we want to make sure you understand all your options so you can make the best decision possible for your long term health and happiness. Is the doctor you are considering a board-certified oral surgeon? Will the surgeon you meet at your first visit be the same surgeon to perform your implant procedure? Has the doctor you are considering for treatm ..read more

What’s the difference between going to a general dentist or to an oral surgeon to have dental implants placed? While it may be more convenient and, at first, more inexpensive to receive implants from a dentist, an oral surgeon has years of education and experience at performing surgical procedures. A surgeon is also the only implant provider licensed to have general anesthesia administered in their facility. If a case becomes complex, which is especially common for dental implant procedures involving severe bone loss, then the dentist will eventually refer their patients into the care of an or ..read more

1. What Do Implants Taste Like? Titanium implants are non-corrosive and do not leave behind any metallic taste. The bridges, or the prosthetic teeth fixed to your implants, are malodorous, meaning they are tasteless. After New Teeth Now, you can fully enjoy the flavor of your food without the lingering aftertaste of infection left by decaying or unhealthy teeth. Our patients often share with us how having the procedure done greatly improves their enjoyment of food. 2. Can You Feel Zygomatic Implants in Your Cheeks? The region of the cheekbone that supports a zygomatic implant does not have ner ..read more