When you start researching dental implants, you’re likely to find plenty of information about their various benefits, particularly the way they give your new teeth chewing power and stability that they wouldn’t have otherwise. However, what you may not have realized is that the term “dental implant” can actually be used to refer to two very different appliances – and the right one for repairing your smile could change depending on your situation. Keep reading to learn about the choice your dentist might have to make between endosteal and subperiosteal implants.

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If you haven’t added Tooth Fairy to the list of roles you play as a parent, get ready. Pretty soon, your little one will be running toward you to show you their tooth as well as the gaping hole it left behind. While this is all part of growing up, it’s important that these baby teeth that the Tooth Fairy loves so much are healthy and in good shape upon her arrival. Why? Let a dentist explain why even though these teeth will fall out someday, their condition can make a big impact on your child’s future oral health.

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