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Introduction to Dental Implants
26. June 2008 by admin.
Many people want information about dental implants, so here it is. Reply to this blog message if there are any further questions. Dental implant is becoming the new standard of care in replacing missing teeth. Historically, when a tooth is missing, a denture is made to replace the tooth. The denture can be fixed or removable. A fixed denture is also known as a bridge. In order to make a bridge, a dentist must grind down the adjacent teeth on either side of the missing teeth so that a new prosthetic tooth can go over it. Grinding down a tooth for the sake of replacing one is not considered healthy dentistry. The beauty of dental implant is the ability to replace a missing tooth without affecting otherwise healthy teeth.
Dental implants are made of titanium metal, the same material used in other prosthetic replacements in the human body such as hip or knee repairs and replacements. Titanium has a good track record in combining with the body as if it is a part of it. This part of the dental implant is called the fixture. The fixture is surgically embedded in the jaw bone. After about 4 months of healing, the second part, or the abutment, is installed. The abutment part of the implant sticks out of the gums and is attached to the fixture by a screw. Soon thereafter, a crown can be made and fitted onto the abutment.
Not all missing teeth qualify for dental implant. If a tooth has been lost for a long time, the bone in the area tends to shrink and sometimes necessitate a bone grafting procedure. Bone graft is also done to preserve a extraction area for future implant placement, again to prevent shrinking of bone. The dentist needs to do proper treatment planning including taking history, x-rays and study models.
Does it hurt? That is a common concern with dental implant candidates. In most instances, putting a tooth in (dental implant) is less traumatic than taking a tooth out and therefore is less painful. It is done under local anesthesia with Novocain. Anxious patients may be sedated further with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or with IV relaxants and sedatives.
The success rate of implants is high, in the 85-95 percentile success rate. Post operative care and general health of an individual including current medical conditions affects the percentage. The costs of dental implant range based on the experience of the dentist, the service, as well as the implant system used. On average, be prepared to spend between $3500-$4000 per tooth replaced. Talk to your dentist to determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Food and Mood , 6 Way Your Diet Can Affect How You Feel
Food and Mood – 6 Ways Your Diet Affects How You Feel
You are what you eat? Maybe not, but you do feel what you eat. Research suggests that certain foods affect mood—for better or worse. Dietary changes can trigger chemical and physiological changes within the brain that alter our behavior and emotions. “Most people understand the link between what they eat and their physical health,” says registered dietitian Elizabeth Somer, author of the 2010 book Eat Your Way to Happiness. “But the link between what you eat and your mood, your energy, how you sleep, and how well you think is much more immediate. What you eat or don’t eat for breakfast will have at least a subtle effect by mid-afternoon, and what you’re eating all day will have a huge impact today and down the road.”
1. You don’t eat regularly. Food is fuel; skip a meal and you’ll feel tired and cranky.
2. You skimp on carbs. Carbohydrates have long been demonized, but your body needs carbs to produce serotonin—a feel-good brain chemical that elevates mood, suppresses appetite, and has a calming effect.
3. You fall short on omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s—found in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines—improve both memory and mood.
4. You neglect important nutrients. Getting too little iron can spell depression, fatigue, and inattention, research suggests. Iron-rich foods include red meat, egg yolks, dried fruit, beans, liver, and artichokes.
5. You eat too much fat. That bag of potato chips isn’t good for your waistline or your mood. Greasy choices—particularly those high in saturated fat—are linked to both depression and dementia.
6. You chug without thinking. What you drink affects your spirits as much as what you eat. In moderate amounts, caffeine can enhance physical and mental performance, but too much can spur anxiety, nervousness, and mood swings. Stick to one or two cups daily to dodge the negative effects
You are what you eat? Maybe not, but you do feel what you eat. Research suggests that certain foods affect mood—for better or worse. Dietary changes can trigger chemical and physiological changes within the brain that alter our behavior and emotions. “Most people understand the link between what they eat and their physical health,” says registered dietitian Elizabeth Somer, author of the 2010 book Eat Your Way to Happiness. “But the link between what you eat and your mood, your energy, how you sleep, and how well you think is much more immediate. What you eat or don’t eat for breakfast will have at least a subtle effect by mid-afternoon, and what you’re eating all day will have a huge impact today and down the road.”
1. You don’t eat regularly. Food is fuel; skip a meal and you’ll feel tired and cranky.
2. You skimp on carbs. Carbohydrates have long been demonized, but your body needs carbs to produce serotonin—a feel-good brain chemical that elevates mood, suppresses appetite, and has a calming effect.
3. You fall short on omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s—found in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines—improve both memory and mood.
4. You neglect important nutrients. Getting too little iron can spell depression, fatigue, and inattention, research suggests. Iron-rich foods include red meat, egg yolks, dried fruit, beans, liver, and artichokes.
5. You eat too much fat. That bag of potato chips isn’t good for your waistline or your mood. Greasy choices—particularly those high in saturated fat—are linked to both depression and dementia.
6. You chug without thinking. What you drink affects your spirits as much as what you eat. In moderate amounts, caffeine can enhance physical and mental performance, but too much can spur anxiety, nervousness, and mood swings. Stick to one or two cups daily to dodge the negative effects
Monday, December 5, 2011
Your Smile in your Golden Years
December 5 , 2011
Your Smile In Your Golden Years
As you age, caring for your smile becomes harder to do. Pain from arthritis can make brushing and flossing a chore, if not impossible, while dry mouth—a side effect of some medications—can increase the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
But problems like these don’t have to keep you from a healthy smile. A dentist with years of experience and a compassionate spirit can give you the gentle care you need. You’ll find both of these qualities at my office in Brewster, MA. .
Compassionate Care Based on Experience
If arthritis is keeping you or a loved one from brushing and flossing every day, coming in for regular cleanings is important. Clean teeth are your best defense against tooth decay and gum disease . I can recommend many tools to help with daily teeth cleaning, including a power toothbrush that might make brushing at home easier for you.
But patients with arthritis aren’t the only ones who can benefit from regular visits. If you suffer from dry mouth, we can talk about what’s causing it as well as some remedies that can bring relief, like sugar-free gums or mints. Drinking plenty of tap water can help, too, as it contains fluoride, which is good for teeth.
My office can even help patients with dentures. Whether you’re getting them for the first time, or you want to replace what you have with ones that are anchored by dental implants, we can help you…… give our office a call.
Your Smile In Your Golden Years
As you age, caring for your smile becomes harder to do. Pain from arthritis can make brushing and flossing a chore, if not impossible, while dry mouth—a side effect of some medications—can increase the risk of gum disease and tooth decay.
But problems like these don’t have to keep you from a healthy smile. A dentist with years of experience and a compassionate spirit can give you the gentle care you need. You’ll find both of these qualities at my office in Brewster, MA. .
Compassionate Care Based on Experience
If arthritis is keeping you or a loved one from brushing and flossing every day, coming in for regular cleanings is important. Clean teeth are your best defense against tooth decay and gum disease . I can recommend many tools to help with daily teeth cleaning, including a power toothbrush that might make brushing at home easier for you.
But patients with arthritis aren’t the only ones who can benefit from regular visits. If you suffer from dry mouth, we can talk about what’s causing it as well as some remedies that can bring relief, like sugar-free gums or mints. Drinking plenty of tap water can help, too, as it contains fluoride, which is good for teeth.
My office can even help patients with dentures. Whether you’re getting them for the first time, or you want to replace what you have with ones that are anchored by dental implants, we can help you…… give our office a call.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
2011 Halloween Candy Donnation/Swap
Halloween Candy Swap
For adults and children…..help our U.S. troops overseas with your leftover Halloween candy. All the Halloween candy collected will be included in the Christmas packages being sent to our U.S. troops courtesy of Cape Cod Cares for the Troops. Adult candy collection will be Nov 1st – Nov 5th during business hours. The children’s candy swap will be Nov 1st 5-7pm. Each child who donates candy will get $1.00 per pound and will be entered to win a bicycle from Orleans Cycle. There will be gift certificates from Wendy’s in Orleans. and for the first 25 children who arrive at our office on Nov 1st they will receive a Firefly Flashing Toothbrush. So have fun on Halloween and on November 1st come to our office to donate your candy.
For the third year one area dentist on the Cape is redefining the phrase “Eating your own leftover Halloween candy” This Halloween, trick-or-treaters and adults can bring their excess candy to East Brewster Dental in Brewster, MA.. Dr. Stephen Bellorini is leading this anti-decay movement by collecting the candy that will be donated to the U.S. troops overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan. Working with Dylan and Michelle Desilva from Cape Cod Cares for the Troops, the candy is incorporated into the holiday care packages they send in December . Last year , we donated over 600lbs of candy that was placed in over 1500 care packages .
“Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying. Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether would really give your teeth a healthy boost,” says Dr. Stephen Bellorini from East Brewster Dental.
“Kids can still have all of the fun of trick-or-treating, and now their donation can help put a smile on the faces of our troops fighting in other countries .”Dr. Bellorini states , “We have been told that the solders will exchange the candy with the children and in return the children provide them with vital information as to where land mines are hidden , so the candy helps save their lives”.
Global sugar consumption for kids increases by about 2% annually and currently sits at 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain. In some cases, the wrong types of candy can also lead to broken teeth and damaged braces.
Dr. Stephen Bellorini is one of the dentists at East Brewster Dental, 11 Baystate Ct. in Brewster ( at the Orleans Brewster town line) , which emphasizes general family dental care as well as cosmetic procedures. Dr. Bellorini is available to provide more information at 508-255-0111, or visit East Brewster Dental on-line at www.eastbrewsterdental.com
The candy swap will be at
East Brewster Dental
11 Bay State Ct., Brewster, MA.
For any questions or information call (508)255-0111
For adults and children…..help our U.S. troops overseas with your leftover Halloween candy. All the Halloween candy collected will be included in the Christmas packages being sent to our U.S. troops courtesy of Cape Cod Cares for the Troops. Adult candy collection will be Nov 1st – Nov 5th during business hours. The children’s candy swap will be Nov 1st 5-7pm. Each child who donates candy will get $1.00 per pound and will be entered to win a bicycle from Orleans Cycle. There will be gift certificates from Wendy’s in Orleans. and for the first 25 children who arrive at our office on Nov 1st they will receive a Firefly Flashing Toothbrush. So have fun on Halloween and on November 1st come to our office to donate your candy.
For the third year one area dentist on the Cape is redefining the phrase “Eating your own leftover Halloween candy” This Halloween, trick-or-treaters and adults can bring their excess candy to East Brewster Dental in Brewster, MA.. Dr. Stephen Bellorini is leading this anti-decay movement by collecting the candy that will be donated to the U.S. troops overseas in Iraq and Afghanistan. Working with Dylan and Michelle Desilva from Cape Cod Cares for the Troops, the candy is incorporated into the holiday care packages they send in December . Last year , we donated over 600lbs of candy that was placed in over 1500 care packages .
“Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying. Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether would really give your teeth a healthy boost,” says Dr. Stephen Bellorini from East Brewster Dental.
“Kids can still have all of the fun of trick-or-treating, and now their donation can help put a smile on the faces of our troops fighting in other countries .”Dr. Bellorini states , “We have been told that the solders will exchange the candy with the children and in return the children provide them with vital information as to where land mines are hidden , so the candy helps save their lives”.
Global sugar consumption for kids increases by about 2% annually and currently sits at 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain. In some cases, the wrong types of candy can also lead to broken teeth and damaged braces.
Dr. Stephen Bellorini is one of the dentists at East Brewster Dental, 11 Baystate Ct. in Brewster ( at the Orleans Brewster town line) , which emphasizes general family dental care as well as cosmetic procedures. Dr. Bellorini is available to provide more information at 508-255-0111, or visit East Brewster Dental on-line at www.eastbrewsterdental.com
The candy swap will be at
East Brewster Dental
11 Bay State Ct., Brewster, MA.
For any questions or information call (508)255-0111
Friday, October 7, 2011
Dr Bellorini's Blog October 2011
A More Natural-Looking Smile with Tooth-Colored Fillings from Dr.Stephen Bellorini
October 7 , 2011
Traditional fillings made of metal, also called amalgams, can help save your smile. But their dark gray color can also be embarrassing for patients.
That’s why Dr. Stephen Bellorini is proud to offer tooth-colored fillings as a cosmetic alternative. Made of silicon dioxide, your tooth-colored fillings—also known as composite resins—can be made to match the exact shade of your teeth.
In fact, we’re confident that you tooth-colored fillings will so closely match the rest of your mouth that no one besides us will even know you have them.
But the benefits of composite resins don’t stop there.
A Healthier, More Natural Smile Waiting for You in Your Future
Like traditional amalgams, composite resins can last between 7 and 10 years. But more importantly, their bond with your teeth actually works to support your tooth’s natural structure. That means extra protection from breakage and temperature changes, but more than that, it means more of your natural tooth can be left in place. And with more of your natural tooth left in place, you can look forward to a healthier smile years down the road.
October 7 , 2011
Traditional fillings made of metal, also called amalgams, can help save your smile. But their dark gray color can also be embarrassing for patients.
That’s why Dr. Stephen Bellorini is proud to offer tooth-colored fillings as a cosmetic alternative. Made of silicon dioxide, your tooth-colored fillings—also known as composite resins—can be made to match the exact shade of your teeth.
In fact, we’re confident that you tooth-colored fillings will so closely match the rest of your mouth that no one besides us will even know you have them.
But the benefits of composite resins don’t stop there.
A Healthier, More Natural Smile Waiting for You in Your Future
Like traditional amalgams, composite resins can last between 7 and 10 years. But more importantly, their bond with your teeth actually works to support your tooth’s natural structure. That means extra protection from breakage and temperature changes, but more than that, it means more of your natural tooth can be left in place. And with more of your natural tooth left in place, you can look forward to a healthier smile years down the road.
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