Replace Missing Teeth with Dental Implants

Why is it Bad to Lose Teeth?

Teeth can be lost from accidents or trauma, but the most prevalent reason people lose a tooth is because of gum disease and/or decay. So, is it a terrible thing to lose a tooth? I mean, it's not life-threatening, right? No, you can't die from tooth loss, but losing even one tooth can cause a shifting of teeth which is not good. This can impact chewing and the body's ability to absorb nutrients. Other disagreeable things can result: your face will change shape, often having a sunken look. This will age your face and make you look older than you are. The way you talk can be affected. Because it's more difficult to chew with missing teeth, you may start favoring softer food choices with more carbohydrates, which can lead to weight gain. The great way to repair a missing tooth (or missing teeth) is with dental implants. An implant can replace from one tooth to several. They can be created to look so lifelike that even dentists have to look closely to tell the difference.

Prime Dentistry

Dhiren Agrawal, BDS, MPA, DMD
8640 E. County Rd. 466
The Villages, FL 32162

(352) 502-4890

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Dental Intra-Oral Cameras

Intra-Oral Camera Allows You to See What We See

Dr. Agrawal works closely with patients to build a bond of teamwork. One of the ways our team brings this about is by using a high-tech tool called the intra-oral camera. This amazing device is a tiny video camera that displays a closeup image of the inside of your mouth. You are able to view what work needs to be completed and which teeth are doing well. You then become part of each dental decision. You'll really appreciate how this works!

Prime Dentistry

Dhiren Agrawal, BDS, MPA, DMD
8640 E. County Rd. 466
The Villages, FL 32162

(352) 502-4890

MyPrimeDentistry.com

Gum Disease Linked to Heart Disease

Gum Disease Can Silently Contribute to Heart Disease or Stroke

Recent medical research has led many doctors to reach a startling conclusion: gum disease, stroke, and heart disease are connected. Since heart disease is often deadly, it is clear that gum disease is nothing to joke about. The American Dental Association estimates that 80 percent of Americans have gum disease. If this was any other affliction, such as AIDS or tuberculosis, it would be considered a widespread epidemic! Most dentists believe this is what it is. They also know that gum disease won't be labeled epidemic since "no one ever dies from it." The worst that can happen is that you lose your teeth. Not a pleasure by any means – but definitely not a threat to your life. But that's changed.

The American Academy of Periodontology states: "Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." Periodontal disease is characterized by an infection of the gums. Bacteria in the gums can move into the bloodstream – directly to the heart.

Prime Dentistry

Dhiren Agrawal, BDS, MPA, DMD
8640 E. County Rd. 466
The Villages, FL 32162

(352) 502-4890

MyPrimeDentistry.com

Digital Dental X-rays

75% Less Radiation Than Older X-rays

Introducing digital X-rays, available at our dental practice. Using this technology, an image is taken of your mouth using a digital sensor and downloaded into our computer system, where it is immediately available for review. This machine results in 75% less radiation than previous conventional X-rays. You no longer have to wait for images to develop and there are no more chemical wastes that could pollute the environment.

Prime Dentistry

Dhiren Agrawal, BDS, MPA, DMD
8640 E. County Rd. 466
The Villages, FL 32162

(352) 502-4890

MyPrimeDentistry.com