Video: What is Bone Loss?
We lose bone mostly because we have a tooth that’s removed – an injury to the alveolus, the jawbone. An injury to the jawbone usually is the removal of the tooth, an infection of some sort, or […]
Will My Insurance Cover Implants?
Will my insurance company cover this? More and more dental insurances are covering dental implants because they also understand that this strategy is becoming standard of care for many patients in many circumstances, and we can’t really […]
All About Dental Crowns
When a tooth becomes significantly damaged or decayed, it needs a dental crown. In the past, dental crowns have come with metal or gold and could be unsightly. Our dental crowns are made of new technology with […]
What is Dental Bone Grafting?
There are two elements of bone grafting that are kind of broad strokes. One is creating the space- we call that scaffold, the scaffolding of fact of allowing bone to have enough space to grow. Bone doesn’t […]
Meet Dr. Ben
I’m Dr. Ben, and I am a third-generation dentist in Buffalo, NY. I have been interested in dentistry since hearing stories about dental care around the dinner table, and it’s always really positive to have this family […]
Does Periodontal Disease Go Away?
Once you’ve been told that you have periodontal disease, it doesn’t ever go away forever, but it can be managed so that it’s not in an active state. You’re susceptible to Periodontal Disease for a number of […]
What Is Non-surgical Periodontal Treatment/Therapy?
Non-surgical periodontal therapy is a really important and fantastic way to treat one of the two main diseases that dentists treat. Dentists treat gum disease and tooth decay. Most of the time I think patients think if […]
Mini Dental Implants: Are They for Everyone?
Have you ever found yourself gazing in the mirror, pondering ways to restore your dazzling smile? You’re not alone. The journey to reclaiming that gleaming grin leads many down the path of mini dental implants. But a […]
Optimizing Gum Health: Choosing Dental Products
A healthy smile begins with your gums Ever found yourself standing in the dental aisle of your local pharmacy, overwhelmed by the array of choices? You’re not alone. Many people are unsure about which products will benefit […]
Finding the Right WNY Dental Office for Your Smile
Your smile is a significant aspect of your personality, and it deserves the best care available. With so many options out there, how do you find the WNY dental office that meets all your needs? If you’re […]