So, you’ve either decided you want dental implants or that you want to learn more about them. Unfortunately, you don’t really know much about the process or what certain terms mean. Know this: dental implants are not the same as previous tooth replacements; they’re better.

Traditional tooth replacements only replace the visible portions of teeth. It’s also common for them to be mounted on preexisting teeth or mounted to your jawbone and gum tissue. Implants on the other hand, replace your entire tooth and simultaneously restore the roots underneath your tooth. Let your dentist in Las Cruces break down some of the terminology for dental implants. (more…)

Yes, you’ve seen the commercials of electric toothbrushes bursting out of water. They display all the bristles and types of heads available for the brush. As enticing as it they may look, you’re left with a question: how do electric toothbrushes really compare to traditional ones?

Over the years you like to think you’ve gotten pretty good with a toothbrush, but perhaps you’re tired of the old back and forth method of brushing. As absurd as it sounds, brushing teeth shouldn’t take that much energy. You’re not the only one; your dentist in Las Cruces thinks the switch is worth it. (more…)