Natural-looking dental implants have revolutionized cosmetic dentistry, offering a permanent solution to missing teeth with results that closely mimic natural teeth. At Jamie J Alexander, D.D.S., P.A., Dr. Jamie Alexander, and the team understand that you may have questions about this transformative procedure. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve compiled answers to eight […]
Whether you have lost teeth to injury, decay, or disease, you naturally want something close to the teeth you just lost. Your teeth replacements should feel and look natural and allow you to eat, speak, and smile without moving or causing pain. Dental implants from Jamie J. Alexander, D.D.S., P.A. in Boynton Beach, Florida, are designed to mimic […]
Those of you who are my patients know that I do a very thorough examination and develop an individualized plan to improve your oral health or maintain in its tip-top condition. When you come in after your initial new patient visit, my hygienist and I always have a plan in mind for you. Based on […]
“One missing tooth or two adjacent teeth are often by replaced with crown and bridge treatment, but more and more Boynton Beach patients are electing to have implant treatment,” says Dr. Jamie J. Alexander. “A single missing tooth can be replaced with a crown supported by an implant. Two or more missing adjacent teeth can […]
You may have heard about zirconia dental crowns. Zirconia is a ceramic material more than ten times stronger than tooth enamel. It can be used to make an all-ceramic crown for a natural tooth or dental implant. An all-zirconia crown can cost less than a porcelain-fused-on-metal (PFM) crown, and its translucence is so like that […]
There are many manufacturers of dental implants and types of dental implant systems. You may have heard a brand name mentioned but not really know what is specifically in your mouth. Ask and make a record of it. This is very good information to know and keep a record of. The oral surgeon, periodontist, or […]
What do dental implants cost? “I, like you, see advertisements for dental implants costing $299 to $1,000,” says Jamie J. Alexander, D.D.S., of Boynton Beach. “And, when I do, I think, ‘This is too good to be true.’ Often these ads are misleading with very limited circumstances and they should be viewed with caution and […]
Do I need to brush my dental implants? As part of our ongoing series at the practice of Dr. Jamie J. Alexander, DDS, PA in Boynton Beach, “Common Concerns” Even though dental implants and the prosthetic restorations attached to them cannot develop cavities, you still need to brush and floss them. Bacteria feed on the carbohydrates left […]
Consider Your Options for Missing Teeth: Will You Choose a Conventional Denture or a Denture Stabilized on Dental Implant(s)? In Boynton Beach, Florida, patients of all ages face the challenge of missing teeth. Approximately 20 million Americans currently wear dentures, but many of them are not satisfied with this treatment. At Jamie J. Alexander, DDS, […]