Think your damaged or missing tooth is βno big deal?β Think again. According to a recent article from Dentistry Today, one of the most common nonverbal mistakes made during a job interview is lack of smiling, a telltale sign of shame or dissatisfaction with one's oral health. Many people with tooth loss suffer from low […]
Last week, National Prosthodontics Awareness Week was observed around the country, including at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry Postgraduate Prosthodontics Clinic, where professionals worked on educating the public about tooth replacement options and other oral health issues. The initiative was started by the American College of Prosthodontists (ACP). Prosthodontics is one of only […]
Denture Use A new study out of Kingβs College London has found that losing teeth and wearing dentures can increase the risk of malnutrition, according to a recent Medscape article. Individuals in this situation may have a reduced ability to chew properly, leading those over the age of 50 to avoid healthier foods, researchers claim. […]
Study: Implant-Retained Dentures Provide a Higher-Quality of Life
Benefits of Implant Retained Dentures A new study has found that the type of denture used by patients has a direct impact on their long-term satisfaction with their oral health-related quality of life. According to a recent article from Dr.Bicuspid.com, those with implant-retained overdentures reported a significantly higher quality of life than those with conventional […]