Dental implants are a common way that many Shelby Township area residents are opting to rejuvenate their smiles. Dental implants help fill in the gaps that are left behind after tooth loss or extraction. They consist of titanium rods that are placed in the jawbone to act as artificial tooth roots. The implants can then […]
At John L. Aurelia, DDS, PLLC, the tooth implant procedure in Rochester Hills is unique to each patient; however, there are some general features of the process shared by all patients who benefit from this type of tooth replacement. After your dentist determines, in consultation with you, that implants are the best way to support […]
Missing teeth can impact the smile negatively in a number of ways. Dr. John L. Aurelia and his staff work closely with individuals in and around the community of Rochester, MI to provide restorative solutions that work. Teeth can be replaced in three ways: dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants. Dental implants require a procedure […]
Although dental implants are considered a permanent restoration for replacing missing natural teeth, not everyone is an appropriate candidate for this treatment. Patients who are considering dental implants are required to have sufficient bone structure underneath the gum tissue. This is what the implant uses for stabilization. Without enough bone, the implant procedure may be […]
Dental implants have been used for many decades to repair smiles after tooth loss. Dr. John L. Aurelia of the Troy, MI area uses these as an effective method of replacing one tooth or providing stability to full dentures. These titanium posts are implanted into the jawbone and restored with a full dental crown over […]
Many types of tooth restorations are designed to look like the natural teeth. Crowns, fillings, bridges, and conventional dentures are made from tooth-colored materials and they look like natural teeth when you look in the mirror and smile. Dental implants, however, are designed to both look just like the “real thing,”and to feel and function […]
Maintaining a beautiful smile is not easy for some patients. When an individual deals with lost teeth, they may have to consider restorative treatments to bring their smile back to its original beauty. Whether a patient has lost a tooth due to trauma, disease, or extraction, a dental implant can be used to address the […]
When natural teeth are missing, many patients of Dr. Aurelia’s want to make sure they do something about it. Many things can happen to a patient’s smile when a natural tooth is missing. Patients will experience the deterioration of bone underneath the gums. Surrounding teeth may shift out of place to fill the gap that […]
Dr. John L. Aurelia of the Rochester Hills area is dedicated to helping patients of all ages achieve and maintain great oral health. In order to do so, he also provides cosmetic services including the placement of restorations such as dental implants. Dental implants are commonly used to replace natural teeth missing from the smile. […]
It is estimated that nearly 70 percent of people between 35 and 44 years of age are missing at least one adult tooth due to decay, accident, or periodontal disease. After 75 years of age, approximately one in four adults have lost most of his or her teeth. At John L. Aurelia, DDS, PLLC, in […]
Growing up, most people believed that once they lost their baby teeth, their adult teeth would be with them for the rest of their lives. Unfortunately for many, this is not the case. Permanent teeth can be lost for a variety of reasons including decay, disease, or even trauma. Losing a tooth or teeth is […]
If you are looking for tooth replacement options in the Rochester Hills area, chances are you’ve looked into the benefits and costs of dental implants. Dental implants are a long term method for replacing missing teeth that can be as durable as natural teeth. The implants are surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the […]