Your bite affects a lot more than you might expect. Most people think of their bite in terms of how their teeth look or whether they are straight. But occlusion, which is the technical term for how your upper and lower teeth meet, has a direct influence on the health of your jaw, your muscles, your existing dental work, and even how you feel from day to day. Here is how the way your teeth come together connects to your overall health. Your bite determines how chewing forces a

If you are facing significant tooth loss or already wearing dentures that feel uncomfortable or unstable, you may be wondering whether there are options beyond traditional removable dentures. The answer is yes, and the landscape of tooth replacement has expanded significantly. Here is a look at the main alternatives to traditional dentures and what each one involves. Implant-supported dentures Implant-supported dentures use two or more dental implants placed in the jawbone to

Dental implants have a reputation for being expensive, and that reputation is not wrong when you look at the upfront cost alone. But cost is only part of the picture, and understanding what you are paying for and how that investment compares to alternatives over the long term gives a clearer picture of the value involved. What does a dental implant cost? A single dental implant in the United States typically costs between $3,000 and $8,000 when you factor in the implant post,