What are the benefits of Zirconium dental implants for Raleigh residents?

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

Holistic Dental Centers has offices in Both Cary and Cornelius to provide beautiful smiles for patients from Raleigh to Charlotte and beyond. Having a mouth full of beautiful teeth can make a huge difference in our quality of life. Daily habits such as eating and speaking are all performed with the use of our teeth. Missing teeth can lead to loss of bone structure, issues with bite, tooth movement, and even pain. Dental implants are a popular and effective procedure to restore functionality and aesthetics for Raleigh patients who are missing teeth. They provide a foundation for dental crowns, bridges, … Continue reading

The best type of dental implants is available in the Raleigh area

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

Both of Holistic Dental Center’s offices, in Cary and Cornelius offer a better alternative to titanium dental implants. The doctors use zirconium implants, avoiding the immunosuppression of titanium and the electrical battery effect of metal. Just 30 years ago, titanium dental implants were applauded as the new technique that would change the face of restorative dentistry. Now they are a commonly used restoration, available through most dental practices. However, zirconium has revolutionized dental implantology. Zirconia was first discovered in Germany in the late 1700s, but it wasn’t until 1975 that a British physicist developed the process to stabilize the … Continue reading

Zirconium dental implants are safe and metal-free for Raleigh area patients

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Dental implants are one of the most sought after restoration options for patients who are missing teeth. They are often preferred over alternative options such as bridges or dentures because of their strength and durability. Once in place, dental implants offer a long-lasting solution to fill in the gap from missing teeth and restore functionality to the mouth. Many dentists utilize titanium dental implants. These solutions can sometimes cause discoloration on the gum line from the metal. At Holist Dental Centers, we offer patients biocompatible and metal free Zirconium implants. By using a biocompatible material, we can achieve all … Continue reading

Why Zirconium dental implants are the best choice for Raleigh area patients

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

A quick search for options to replace missing teeth can yield a variety of results. Patients will need to consider whether they want bridges, dentures, or dental implants to restore their smiles. Each treatment has been used for many years and it comes with its own set of benefits. Dental implants have become an increasingly popular option due to their stability and longevity. At Holistic Dental Centers’ offices in Cary and in Cornelius, we offer patients all of the advantages of traditional titanium dental implants, but instead we use biocompatible zirconium implants. Zirconium dental implants are created from safe … Continue reading

Zirconium dental implants are an effective way for Raleigh patients to restore their smiles

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

Do you have unsightly gaps in your smile or poorly fitting dental appliances such as dentures? If you do, you may benefit from Zirconium dental implants. Dental implants are increasing in popularity due to their strength, stability, and longevity. They are one of the most sought after restorative dentistry procedures available today and with good reason. Dental implants can restore beauty and functionality to a person’s smile. Why are dental implants one of the best choices to replace missing teeth? Here are a few of the top reasons patients choose dental implants: Stability Dental implants are surgically placed … Continue reading

How can Raleigh area patients utilize dental implants?

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Drs. Carl McMillan and Gabriel Duncan of Cary and Cornelius Holistic Dental Centers can help patients in and around the area of Raleigh with their dental restoration needs. When patients are missing one or more teeth, they may be overwhelmed at the restorative choices offered by dentists. The three most common options include: Dentures Dental bridges Dental implants Dentures are typically removable and can be used when there is an issue with one or more teeth. Most patients think of dentures as full dentures, but there are also partial dentures that are made of metal and acrylic framework and snap … Continue reading

Your Cornelius dentist can restore a missing tooth with a dental bridge or implant

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

The potential loss of a tooth is not something people tend to think about, but it does happen far more often than most people realize. Approximately 69 percent of adults will have lost at least one permanent tooth by the age of 44. The loss of a tooth can have a significant impact on a person’s self-confidence, personal relationships, and career. Dr. McMillan can restore a lost tooth with a dental bridge or a zirconium dental implant in their Cary or Cornelius offices. This can restore the aesthetics of the smile and protect oral health. A missing tooth can … Continue reading

Cornelius patients ask, “What are the advantages of Zirconium dental implants?”

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Missing teeth often have an impact on more than just our smile. It can also leave a mark on your self-esteem. Your smile is one of the first things others notice, and can often make or break a first impression. Many people feel like their smile can be their greatest asset. In addition to affecting your self-esteem, missing teeth can affect how you perform vital functions like talking and chewing. It can also affect your appearance due to a loss in facial structure. The team at Holistic Dental Centers understands that replacing a missing tooth can seem overwhelming. There … Continue reading

The advantages of Zirconia Dental Bridges for Cornelius area residents

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Although dental implants are growing in popularity as a way to restore missing teeth, dental bridges are still an effective and widely used option for patients to bring back functionality and beauty to their smiles. For many decades, metal bridges were the norm, but now with the use of Zirconia as an alternative, many patients are seeking the benefits of non-metal bridges. Zirconia bridges offer a healthy alternative to traditional metal bridges. Bridges are made up of two anchor teeth on either side of the gap in the mouth. The appliance is attached to these anchor teeth and an … Continue reading

Mooresville, NC area patients ask, “Who is the best candidate for dental implants?”

Posted By Dr. Carl McMillan

Dental implants are a common restorative treatment for patients in and around the Mooresville, NC area. These restorations have been used for many years to dramatically enhance the natural smile in a way that improves aesthetics and function when tooth loss occurs. Dental implants from a conventional dentist may be made of titanium, but Cary and Cornelius Holistic Dental Centers avoid the use of metal. Instead, our dental implants are made of zirconium. Zirconium is a ceramic material that is more aesthetic and biocompatible with the smile. These posts are surgically placed into the jawbone, resulting in a permanent … Continue reading