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December 30, 2011

What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?

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Fort Worth Mini-Implants When you meet someone in Fort Worth who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you automatically start making assumptions about their income, level of education and overall physical health?

Though it is extremely unfair, we are often judged (and misjudged) by our appearance. Even if a person is impeccably dressed and groomed, a missing front tooth detracts from the overall pleasing impression.

Here is a personal story from a woman who lost a tooth:

I lost my job and along with it my dental insurance, then a month later, one of my front teeth. It has been very hard to find work…. and I know the missing tooth has cost me several jobs.”

A missing tooth can be a big deal.

Dental implants not only restore oral health, they restore self-confidence. Dental implants are a permanent solution for missing teeth. Studies have shown that after more than 20 years, the vast majority of dental implants placed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons continue to function at peak performance. If properly cared for, dental implants can last a lifetime.

Dental implants are one of the procedures we routinely perform at Mitch Conditt DDS to help our Fort Worth clients regain the beautiful smile they once had. Not all cosmetic dental procedures are as extreme as tooth implants. There are many minimally-invasive remedies for unattractive smiles.

Porcelain veneers instantly provide a perfect, gleaming tooth surface for Fort Worth clients with broken or discolored teeth. Tooth whitening is a quick and affordable dentistry procedure in Fort Worth that achieves dramatic results without requiring the removal of any tooth structure. Call Mitch Conditt DDS at 817-737-5155 for more information about smile design and full mouth reconstruction.

-Dr. Mitch Conditt DDS

July 15, 2011

Live Better With Dental Implants in Fort Worth

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Fort Worth Implant Dentistry Ill-fitting dentures cause more problems for Fort Worth denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. Though they certainly look better than a toothless mouth, in practical terms they leave much to be desired because they affect two essential activities: eating and talking.

Unfortunately, many frustrated Weatherford denture wearers have quit dining in restaurants or engaging in social activities because they are afraid their dentures will slip.

Dental implant procedures at Mitch Conditt DDS in Fort Worth are allowing former Weatherford denture patients to re-engage in life.

Consider the advantages of implant anchored dentures:

  • They are stable because the implant is anchored in the bone.
  • Your denture is fixed, it will not move around in your mouth.
  • They prevent bone loss that typically occurs when teeth are removed.
  • They eliminate the necessity of regular denture relines.
  • They do not irritate gums.
  • No denture adhesive is required.

Our Fort Worth dental implant bone clients who have replaced their traditional dentures with implant overdentures enthusiastically say that the dental implant cost was more than worth it.

Do you want to eat normally again? What is the value of maintaining your facial shape? Can you put a price on confidence?

If you want more information about dental implants, call 817-737-5155 to schedule an cosmetic dentistry consultation with Mitch Conditt. Mitch Conditt DDS is located at 6316 Camp Bowie Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76116. We have been providing advanced Fort Worth dental care since 1985.

April 21, 2011

How Dental Implants are Changing Dentures in Fort Worth

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How Dental Implants are Changing Dentures in Fort Worth If you are one of the many Fort Worth denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth.

The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures do not feel and function like natural teeth.

Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups can help you avoid the need for dentures later in your life, but other factors can make dental replacements an inevitability.

The good news? Modern dental implant technology is making dentures a thing of the past.

At Mitch Conditt DDS we have information and expertise that can help bring hope to Fort Worth denture wearers through dental implant technology. There are a variety of effective denture/implant tooth configurations.

Call Mitch Conditt DDS at 817-737-5155 to book an implant overdenture consultation with Dentist Mitch Conditt. We can help you understand your options and can recommend options.

If you currently wear traditional dentures and are not happy with them, implant anchored dentures may dramatically change your life. Your chewing ability will be similar to that of natural teeth and you will be able to eat hard foods again. How about a thick T-bone at your favorite Fort Worth steakhouse? In addition to being able to enjoy your meal, you will avoid the embarrassment of having your dentures rattle around in your mouth in public.

Before you pay for another denture reline, ask your Fort Worth dentist about the possibility of dental implants. While tooth implants are a significant investment, the dental implant cost is very reasonable when you consider they can last a lifetime.

Attention Fort Worth denture wearers: there is life after dentures with tooth implants!

Come see us at Mitch Conditt DDS at 6316 Camp Bowie Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76116 in Fort Worth, 76116 for more information about dental implants.

March 11, 2011

How Mini Dental Implants Can Help Your Smile In 76116

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How Mini Dental Implants Can Help Your Smile in 76116 I’m Mitch Conditt, a dental implant dentist in the 76116 area. In a recent post, I explained how traditional dental implants are used to dramatically improve the lives of my Fort Worth denture and cosmetic dentistry clients. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called ‘immediate implants’.

Though they are not as well known as traditional tooth implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the 76116 postal code area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Parker County tooth restoration clients and denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip free dental implants that are anchored securely in the jaw bone.

In some cases, a patient is unable to receive traditional full-size dental implants due to insufficient bone thickness. There are also Fort Worth mini implant patients who are not able to undergo dental implant surgery due to health issues. These Fort Worth overdenture patients in the 76116 postal code area are often excellent candidates for the mini version.

The placement of toothpick-size mini dental implants can usually be done in one dental visit. The placement usually requires no incisions or stitches. Recovery time, if necessary, is usually very short. Most patients are able to eat dinner that evening.

Many Fort Worth cosmetic dentistry clients are happy to learn that mini implants are a lower cost dental implants option. Don’t let the word ‘mini’ fool you; Your smile can receive a maximum upgrade with mini dental implants.

Call Mitch Conditt DDS at 817-737-5155 to schedule a cosmetic dental consultation.

March 4, 2011

Are Dental Implants Worth It For Fort Worth?

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Are Fort Worth Dental Implants Worth It? A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that looks, feels and works like a natural tooth.

The actual dental implant material is usually titanium. A post is surgically inserted into the jaw bone to replace the root of the missing tooth. The post integrates with the bone to provide a stable foundation. The root replacement device can help prevent future jaw bone deterioration that can occur after a tooth has been lost. When the implant has integrated securely with the bone (it can take three to six months), a smaller post is attached. This post extends above the gum line. The artificial tooth (dental crown) is then attached.

The dental implants available in the Fort Worth and Weatherford area are extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of configurations. One dental implant can replace one missing tooth. A series of implants can replace more than one tooth or anchor a dental bridge. Implants can also act as a sturdy base for partial or full dentures.

When calculating the cost of dental implants in Fort Worth, you’ll want to compare them to other restorative options.

Call 817-737-5155 to schedule a visit to discuss your dental goals and the possibility of reasonably cost dental implants. If you are missing one or more teeth, you owe it to yourself to get dental implants information.

-Mitch Conditt DDS

October 14, 2010

Save Money With Dental Implants at Mitch Conditt DDS

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Fort Worth Tooth Implants

Q: When is the least expensive tooth replacement method really the most expensive?

A: When it ends up costing far more in the long run.

Many Fort Worth cosmetic dentistry clients who lose a tooth do not understand the importance of replacing it with a dental implant. They wrongly believe that one missing tooth is not a significant problem. In fact, some people who have an abscessed tooth extracted are so glad the pain is gone that they forget that the extraction is not the solution. When a tooth is lost, the risk of losing the adjacent teeth increases dramatically.

Dr. David Scharf, a Board Certified Periodontist and Dental Implant Surgeon and a Clinical Assistant Professor at New York University College of Dentistry says:

“Many times consumers will choose to replace a missing tooth with a removable partial denture because it is the least expensive option. In the long run however, removable partial dentures may be more costly due the loss of adjacent teeth and the need for future replacements. Many people opt to replace teeth with dental implants because they do not compromise the survival of the adjacent teeth.”

Dr. Scharf notes…

“With the price of gasoline and food soaring people try to cut back wherever they can. Unfortunately choosing the least expensive options for tooth replacement can have some very costly ramifications down the road.”

If you are missing a tooth, you may still be able to save the adjacent teeth if receive a dental implant soon. An implant bonds chemically with the jaw bone and helps maintain its stability.

To schedule a dental implant consultation, call Mitch Conditt DDS at 817-737-5155. In addition to cosmetic dentistry, we provide comprehensive general dentistry for families in the Fort Worth, Texas area.

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