When you walk into your dentist’s office, you are probably wondering how much of the equipment is used. This is no surprise, especially when your hygienist is asking you to accompany them to a particular machine for treatment purposes. When preparing for dental implant placement, your dentist may require that a cone beam scanner be used to capture images of your oral and facial structure, but what it is and why it is necessary? Read on to find out just how beneficial this piece of advanced technology can be when it comes to creating a treatment plan that includes dental implants.

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Do you hate the way your dentures feel? Are you tired of having a restoration that won’t stay in place? Denture-wearers often find that after years of relining and readjusting their prosthetics, they prefer to have something more permanent and low maintenance. Fortunately, there is an alternative solution that offers a multitude of benefits, many of which cannot be obtained with other tooth replacement treatments. If you’re ready to say goodbye to your dentures, spend some time learning more about implant-retained dentures and how they can improve your smile’s appearance and oral health.

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