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Lansdale, PA Dentist > Reconstructive Dentistry

Reconstructive Dentistry

You Know It When You See It

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A woman in a dental chair, engaged with her phone, awaiting dental care.

You may not be able to articulate why all the characteristics blend in perfect harmony. But you know it when you see it.

We’re talking about a beautiful smile. At Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, beautiful smiles are our specialty.

We provide tooth implants and other cosmetic dental procedures for complete smile makeovers.

You may be surprised at how many design components Dr. Kevin Bass must consider when planning for a smile transformation.

Here are a few of the most obvious characteristics:

  • Tooth Color: shade, brightness, uniformity
  • Tooth alignment: straight or crooked?
  • Tooth size and proportions: are some teeth much larger or smaller than the rest?
  • Tooth spacing: is there crowding or big gaps between teeth?
  • Gumline margins: how much gum shows when you smile?

Here are some other considerations that may be less familiar to the layperson:

  • The portions of the teeth that are visible when the mouth is at rest
  • The relationship between the smile line and the lip line
  • Zenith points: the highest point of the gumline in relation to the center of the tooth
  • Midline placement: the smile should be centered in the middle of the lips, mouth, and face
  • Mesial inclination: the tops of the teeth should angle slightly away from the midline

If vital design principles are not observed, the smile may look ‘off’. Or it could influence the function of the teeth and jaw. For example, a cosmetic dental smile makeover completed by an inexperienced cosmetic dentist could change the patient’s bite and put unnecessary stress on the restorations.

Do not select a dental implant dentist by procedure cost alone. If you are thinking about a single tooth implant or total mouth restoration, call Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry today to schedule a dental implant consultation.

 

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape

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More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of people without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them?

Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement

If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your mouth? Are they uncomfortable? If so, it may be time for a reline. Dentures need to be relined occasionally so they fit right. The reason for this is because of bone loss and gum shrinkage. Think about that for a minute. Bone loss?!! Gum shrinkage?!! Kevin Bass DMD can help ensure your dentures fit comfortably and securely with a proper reline.

Let’s discuss it.

What causes bone loss?

To remain strong and vital, your jawbone needs to be continuously stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure that extends into the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it stimulates blood flow in the bone surrounding the root.

In other words, your jaw bone has an important job to do but can diminish if it’s no longer needed.

Look at this for a minute. When tooth roots are gone, your jawbone starts shrinking. And what happens when the underlying structure shrinks? The outer structure changes as well. Eventually, the shape of your face will change.

Bone loss isn’t unavoidable

Before you resign yourself to a shrinking jawbone and eventual hollowed-out cheeks, consider a better option. We’re talking about implant-secured dentures.

What are implant-secured dentures?

A dental implant is a replacement for a tooth that includes the tooth root and the visible part of the tooth. A single implant would have an abutment (connector piece) with a crown affixed. With implant-anchored dentures, the denture composes the visible part of multiple teeth connected to a smaller number of implants. In other words, instead of 1 post + 1 crown for each tooth, you may have all-in-4 which means one complete arch anchored to 4 posts.

Dentures secured by implants are held in place with permanent metal screws or posts–the root replacement part of the implant.

Permanent dental implants can be used in many different ways. For example, an implant can replace one missing tooth. Or, an implant attached to a dental bridge can replace two or three missing teeth.

In this post, however, we will first describe how implants can serve as a stable base for securing a denture to either the upper or lower arch.

How are the implants inserted?

The dental implant procedure works like this: first, the posts are surgically anchored into the jaw bone. Though “oral surgery” might sound extensive, implant placement is an outpatient procedure at your dentist’s office. For most patients, it doesn’t take much longer than filling a cavity. As with other procedures, your dentist will use a numbing agent so you will feel minimal pain.

Osseointegration

The next part of the process is critical, although the patient doesn’t have to do anything except practice good oral hygiene. In the months after implant surgery, the post integrates with the jaw bone. This biological process is called osseointegration. Your jawbone integrates into the post as if it were a natural tooth root.

Remember what we discussed earlier? The jaw bone stays healthy when stimulated by tooth roots. Your jawbone works with artificial tooth roots similarly to natural tooth roots. This is what can prevent bone recession! (When you see ads that say dental implants are truly revolutionary, it’s not hyperbole.)

Custom dentures anchored to the implants

Once the implant has securely meshed with the jaw bone, the tooth implant recipient receives a final fitment for their new implant-secured dentures. Just as with any restoration at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, implant-anchored dentures are custom-fit and designed to blend perfectly with remaining teeth. If you don’t have any natural teeth, you will choose the appropriate color with the guidance of Dr. Bass.

Am I an appropriate candidate for implant dentures?

When contemplating whether to get implant-secured dentures, standard dentures, or some other restoration option, the number of missing teeth affects your specific treatment. If you have suffered extensive tooth loss but still have healthy, bone then implant dentures might work for you.

Implants bonded to a dental bridge

People with three or four adjacent missing teeth may consider two implants affixed to a dental bridge. This configuration is similar to dentures secured but the bridge covers less gum tissue at the location.

Implant-anchored dentures can change your life

Modern dental implant procedures, state-of-the-art materials, and the proficiency of dentists such as Dr. Kevin Bass, combine to create truly stunning smiles.

Call us today for a dental implant consultation and learn what’s possible for your smile.

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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Is It Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One?

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In 1989, Dr. Kevin Bass established Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale. Dr. Bass is an esteemed dental professional devoted to preventative dentistry.

What is preventative dentistry?

The goal of preventative dentistry is to preserve oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes required. In other words, preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and enamel wear. Dr. Bass says, “Brushing your teeth and flossing is a good beginning to preventative dentistry. It is also imperative that you get bi-annual exams and dental cleanings. With little ones, dental sealants might be a good option.”

Dental sealants prevent decay

Dental sealants are thin plastic coverings, generally used on the very back teeth. These teeth are especially susceptible to trapped food particles, and at the same time tend to be the hardest ones to brush. The goal of a sealant is to safeguard a tooth against decay, which is always preferable to filling a cavity.

Despite efforts to keep children’s teeth healthy, many Lansdale children develop several cavities during their childhood years. Since the rate of tooth decay commonly declines with age, if teeth remain intact during childhood, there is a better chance that these teeth can stay healthy for decades.

Fillings, inlays/onlays, and crowns save teeth from extraction, but they don’t last forever. When a 10-year-old gets a cavity in a brand-new permanent tooth, that tooth will probably need periodic attention throughout his life–even if no additional decay arises. Once acids have eaten away the enamel, the tooth is forever weakened.

Sealants act as a barrier between food particles, plaque, and the teeth. The good news is that sealants are easy to apply and last for years. After Dr. Bass applies the sealants, they will be checked with each visit and re-applied as needed. If you are interested in sealants for your child (or yourself), check your dental insurance policy – they may be a covered benefit. Even if not covered by your dental insurance, sealants are a wise investment.

Daily oral hygiene

Brushing, flossing, and regular cleanings help ensure that teeth are strong and clean and will last a lifetime. Changing your toothbrush every few months and using toothpaste with fluoride are also vital components of proper oral care.

Children should be taught how to properly brush while young. However, parents should still supervise brushing and go over the teeth after the child brushes. If your child struggles with flossing, a water irrigation tool may be useful. Floss picks can also be easier to handle than a string of floss. Traditional flossing done correctly, however, is the most effective way to clean between teeth.

Keep your smile healthy as you age

Don’t believe that dentures are inevitable for people when they reach their golden years. We have some patients in their seventies with all teeth intact. Call Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry for an appointment. We can help you develop a plan to keep your teeth in top shape. Healthy, white, strong teeth are the foundation for a lifelong, beautiful smile.

If your teeth and gums are healthy, but you don’t like your smile because of cosmetic issues, call us to schedule a cosmetic dental consultation. Dr. Bass offers painless injections, along with cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. Come learn about revolutionary cosmetic dentistry available at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry.

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?

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If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain, as recommended by Kevin Bass, DMD.

Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice of an inlay or onlay depends on how much decay and tooth loss has taken place.

If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when chewing, the surfaces may be damaged. An inlay or onlay, made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain, as recommended by Kevin Bass, DMD, can restore your tooth. An inlay fills a small part of the tooth, while an onlay covers one or more cusps. Sometimes, inlays or onlays are preferable to crowns, as they preserve more of your natural tooth structure while still offering effective dental restoration.

The procedure begins with an extensive evaluation, an oral x-ray, and an impression. The damaged area will be removed and then the inlay or onlay will be formed to exactly fit your tooth and bite. While it is being made, your tooth will have a temporary restoration piece to cover and protect the vulnerable area.

Finally, the inlay or onlay will be placed and permanently bonded to the tooth. Since the procedure requires the removal of damaged tooth material, restoration fabrication at the lab, and placement on the tooth, it will take a few appointments to complete the process.

Inlays and onlays safeguard the tooth from further damage, provide natural function, and are durable and inconspicuous.

Dr. Kevin Bass has been restoring teeth since 1989 for patients of all ages. Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry is located in Lansdale though we treat patients from the surrounding communities of Quakertown, Harleysville, and North Penn. Our dental services include painless injections, restorative dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry. Make your appointment today!

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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Transform Your Smile with Dental Implants at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

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Transform Your Smile with Dental Implants at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

Losing a tooth can significantly impact not only our ability to chew but also our confidence and self-esteem.

Fortunately, dental technology has made remarkable strides in restorative dentistry, offering a revolutionary solution: dental implants.

At Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, we understand the importance of a complete and radiant smile, and our team of experts is committed to helping you regain your oral health and confidence through dental implants.

Here’s how our team can transform your smile:

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of titanium, a biocompatible material that integrates seamlessly with your jawbone. The implant acts as a sturdy foundation for replacement teeth, providing a natural look, feel, and function. Unlike traditional dentures or bridges, dental implants offer a permanent solution that can last a lifetime with proper care.

Why Choose Dental Implants at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry?

At Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, we take pride in delivering exceptional dental care and personalized treatment plans. Here’s why our dental implants stand out:

Expertise and Experience: Our dental team consists of skilled and experienced professionals who specialize in dental implantology. With their expertise and precision, you can be confident in receiving top-notch implant treatment.

Cutting-Edge Technology: We stay up-to-date with the latest dental technology to ensure that our patients receive the most advanced dental implant procedures available.

Individualized Treatment: Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry understands that every patient’s needs are unique. We take the time to assess your oral health and design a personalized treatment plan that caters to your specific requirements and aesthetic goals.

Natural-Looking Results: Our dental implants are carefully crafted to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth, creating a natural-looking smile that will leave you feeling confident and beautiful.

The Dental Implant Process

Embarking on your dental implant journey at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry involves several key steps:

Comprehensive Examination: During your initial consultation, our implant specialist will assess your oral health, jawbone density, and overall suitability for dental implants. This thorough evaluation will help determine the most appropriate treatment plan for you.

Implant Placement: The dental implant is surgically placed into the jawbone under local anesthesia, offering a comfortable experience. Over time, the implant fuses with the bone through a process called osseointegration, providing a stable foundation for the artificial tooth.

Abutment Placement: Once the implant has integrated with the jawbone, a small connector called an abutment is attached to the implant. The abutment serves as the link between the implant and the replacement tooth.

Customized Restoration: The final step involves attaching a custom-made dental crown, bridge, or denture to the abutment. This restoration is designed to match the color, size, and shape of your natural teeth, resulting in a seamless smile.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Choosing dental implants at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry offers numerous benefits, including:

  • Improved chewing ability and speech clarity
  • Enhanced facial aesthetics and smile confidence
  • Long-lasting and durable tooth replacement
  • Preservation of jawbone structure and facial integrity
  • Minimal impact on adjacent teeth

Regain your confidence and transform your smile with dental implants at Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry.

Our dedicated team of dental professionals is ready to provide you with exceptional care and support throughout your dental implant journey. Take the first step toward a radiant, complete smile – book a consultation today and discover the transformative power of dental implants! With Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, you’re one step closer to a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles.

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)

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Looking for a long-term tooth replacement solution in Lansdale?

Not happy with your smile?

Have you been asking yourself about reinventing your smile?

Do you have a missing tooth that visually bothers you or your spouse or partner?

Could your smile be holding you back in business or social pursuits?

Are you sick and tired of loose dentures slipping around in your mouth?

Whatever the reason for considering dental implants, know that Kevin Bass DMD of Lansdale offers dental implants as a long-term tooth replacement solution that will give you the most natural-looking smile.

Go Back in Time

A permanent dental implant can give you back your original smile.

The development and use of dental implants represent one of the most remarkable advances in dentistry in many years. This has been made possible with the discovery and improvement of materials that can be put into the body. The implants are inserted into your jawbone where they are used as anchors for the new teeth. The new teeth are made to match the patient’s other teeth.

There are usually (3) phases of a dental implant process.

Dental implant placement.

The implant (or post) is surgically inserted into the jawbone. The dentist numbs the area and makes a tiny cut in the gum to expose the jawbone. The jawbone is drilled precisely to accept the implant. The implant is then screwed into the jawbone. It is then allowed to heal.

Osseointegration.

This word by definition means to heal into the bone. It is the process where the jawbone is given time to heal and mesh with the post. The implant location becomes much stronger once the jawbone integrates with the implant. Osseointegration can take from (1) month to (3) months depending on the individual.

You get your new tooth and new smile!

An abutment or attachment piece is secured to the implant. The new crown is made to look exactly like your other teeth. The size, shape, and color will all be considered prior to the final fit. The final crown may take some time to make. During this time a temporary crown is attached to the implant. The temporary crown ensures that the patient can eat and talk without any dilemmas. The temporary crown is only used until the permanent crown is ready.

Patients who have received implants find them to be the healthiest way to repair their teeth problems. Dental implants have proven to be an effective long-term solution to missing teeth.

If you are interested in tooth implants, talk to your dentist on your next visit. Your dentist will want to talk to you about your concerns and ask about any health matters. Certain diseases, medications, and chronic problems could be a concern and require further evaluation.

Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:

215-368-1424

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446

 

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