Posts by Dr. John Harman

The average adult American between the ages of 45 and 64 is missing five teeth. Worse yet, one in five Americans aged 65 and over have lost all their natural teeth. Though many alternatives are available for replacing missing teeth, such as removable dentures, and bridges, dental implants present a permanent solution to restore a…

If you are looking for a permanent tooth replacement to avoid the inconvenience of having to look after dentures slipping while you bite or chew or placing glue to keep them in place, dental implant surgery is a viable option for you. Though there are other alternatives, such as dental bridges, dental implants offer a…

The growth of a wisdom tooth has been called such because these teeth (or third molars) come out between the ages of 17 and 25 when a person is said to have gained more wisdom than when their earlier teeth came out. In most cases, the growth of a wisdom tooth is a painful experience.…

Wisdom tooth removal or wisdom tooth extraction is when the third molars are surgically removed. These molars, called “wisdom teeth,” appear between the ages of 15 and 25. It takes up to six weeks to recover after removing your wisdom teeth. However, most people can go back to normal activities within a day or two…

Wisdom tooth removal may be a standard procedure for many of us. However, wisdom teeth removal surgery still requires precautions to ensure that you recover correctly soon after the procedure. Your body will need time to recuperate after a procedure, and you need to follow the advice of your dentist or oral surgeon on steps…

If you want the perfect simile, a missing tooth or several teeth won’t help. Aside from aesthetics, missing teeth won’t help with functionality too. Various advancements in dentistry have presented several options for you if you have a missing tooth. Dental implants and dental bridges are your primary options. Both options have their own pros…

A severe case of tooth decay will lead not only to tooth loss but also affect quality of life. Other causes of tooth loss range from accidents to severe gum disease. That is why you should also pay attention to your oral health because, for one thing, oral treatments from professionals can be expensive. If…