This message from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City is about dental implants. One of the persistent misconceptions about them is that they are too pricey. Perhaps you have considered implants but think the price is too steep. Let’s talk about the cost of dental implants. Dental implants are titanium posts that we implant into …
Dental implants from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant takes two to six months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant …
In this post from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City we focus on three common myths about dental health. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth. Sugar increases the risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Foods that leave sugary residue on the teeth do more damage than those that are …
Dental implants from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City are state-of-the-art, with a success rate in the area of ninety-eight percent. That number is a testament to implant technology. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are risks. In this post, we will consider possible complications of a dental implant. Infection. Any surgical procedure …
Once one of our patients at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City decides to go ahead with a dental implant, one of the first things they want to know is: how long is the recovery time? Our answer? Recovery is difficult to predict, because every case is different. There are various factors that go into …
Have you had a tooth extracted? You may be left with a gap in your smile. Unsightly as that may be, there is more than the issue of appearance. At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City we can address that with a state-of-the-art dental implant. Problems With Extracted Teeth After a tooth is extracted, the …
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are vital for a high quality of life and overall health. That’s what makes dental implants, like those available at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, such a major step forward in dentistry. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw. The implant is, in …
Dental implants have rightly been called one of the greatest advances in dentistry: titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw to support one or more artificial teeth. Dental implants are available at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. A common concern for many patients is whether they are too old for a dental implant. …
Many people have experienced an improvement in self-confidence after dental implant treatment at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. How Do Missing Teeth Affect Your Life? Missing teeth can impair your ability to speak and eat. Extensive tooth loss can make it difficult to eat a healthy diet. Dental implants can relieve pain, correct bite …
Not everything was better back in the good old days. Take dentures, for instance. They’ve improved many lives, but there is a better option from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City: implant-supported dentures. There are two types of implant anchored dentures: removable and permanent. No adhesive is required for either system. With the permanent type, …
