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9 . What are dental implants and how do they work?
Dental implants are substitutes for natural tooth roots and rely on the jawbone for support. Strategically placed, implants can now be used to support permanently cemented bridges, eliminating the need for a denture. The cost tends to be greater, but the implants and bridges more closely resemble real teeth.

10 . What is a root canal?
A root canal is a procedure done to save the damaged or dead pulp in the root canal of the tooth by cleaning out the diseased pulp and reshaping the canal. The canal is filled with gutta percha, a rubberlike material, to prevent recontamination of the tooth. The tooth is then permanently sealed with possibly a post and/or a gold or porcelain crown. This enables patients to keep the original tooth.

11 . When is the best time to remove wisdom teeth?
When the removal of wisdom teeth is determined necessary, it is best done when the roots are approximately 2/3rds formed, usually in the adolescent years. Removal at this time allows for an easier procedure and decreases the risk of damage to the nerves in that area.

12 . What is the difference between a cap and a crown?
There is no difference between a cap and a crown.




James E. Glinski DDS
44968 Ford Road, Suite X
Canton, MI 48187
P: 734.454.9270
Advanced Treatments
:: Digital X-rays (less radiation)
:: Porcelain crowns & veneers
:: Smile Whitening
:: Cutting-edge technology
:: Tooth colored fillings
:: Implant Restoration
Hours
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10am - 7pm :: Tuesday
Closed (or by arrangement) Wednesday
11am - 7pm :: Thursday
  9am - 5pm :: Friday
  9am - 1pm :: Some Saturdays
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