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Dental implants are an innovative and advanced method of replacing missing or severely damaged teeth, and they can help restore both the function and aesthetics of your smile. However, as dental implants become more popular, a number of common misconceptions have developed about them. Ballston Lake cosmetic dentist Colin Morton, DDS has been placing beautiful, natural-looking implants and implant-supported restorations ...
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First and foremost, Dr. Colin Morton and our entire team hope you and yours are staying safe and healthy during this unprecedented time. As our state has been hit particularly hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, our hearts and thoughts go out to all those affected—whether physically, emotionally, or both. Although our practice is temporarily closed for routine dental care as ...
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Are you suffering from tooth decay? At our practice, Colin Morton, DDS offers numerous options to treat this common dental concern and restore both form and function to affected teeth. Depending on the severity of decay present, one or more of the following treatments may be an ideal solution: Tooth-Colored Fillings – Made from a composite resin, tooth-colored fillings are ...
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Dentists today utilize anywhere from two to six dental implants to secure implant dentures in place. Factors that can influence the exact number of implants used include the specific implant denture technique employed, the patient’s jawbone density, which row of teeth (upper or lower) is being replaced, and more. When considering implant dentures, it is important to understand that the ...
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Following the removal of a permanent tooth—or multiple permanent teeth—bone loss is a serious issue that can occur as a result of the jawbone no longer receiving stimulation from the extracted tooth or teeth. If ignored, this issue can manifest into additional concerns, including the shifting and/or loss of other teeth, gum tissue reduction, and even aesthetic facial changes.   So ...
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