Category: Dental Implants

If you have lost one or several teeth, it is worth exploring the options available to replace them and restore your smile. By restoring your teeth, you will be able to regain your confidence and protect your oral health. Leaving gaps makes it more likely that you will develop issues, including infection. Dental implants are […]

If you have lost teeth or have a tooth that is beyond saving, dental implants are usually the best form of treatment available to replace them. If you are facing this situation, you will naturally have a number of questions that need to be answered. Learning how much dental implants will cost is unquestionably at […]

When teeth go missing, your mouth starts to change. Because a tooth is no longer anchored into the jaw tissue, providing stimulation as you talk and chew, the jawbone can start to resorb or melt away. This resorbing process occurs quickly, with patients losing as much as 25% of their ridge width within the first […]

Why is Dr. Scharf the best choice for dental implants? Dental implant technology evolves at a rapid pace, which presents a unique set of challenges to patients trying to choose the best implant treatment. You want the best possible option, neither outdated nor unproven. Fortunately, when you select Dr. Scharf, you are trusting in his […]

If you suffer from periodontal disease that has progressed to the point where your natural teeth could not be saved, you may require implants. Dental implant surgery provides a solution to missing teeth by placing metal posts into the space left by a tooth. Once inserted, the implants fuse with the bones, a crown is […]

Dental implants, which are a beautiful, durable alternative to traditional dentures, are only as strong as the jaw tissue that they are anchored into. Unfortunately, if your teeth have been missing for a while, your jawbone may have melted away, making it much more difficult to place and stabilize new dental implants. Your teeth are […]

When it comes to replacing missing or broken teeth, there’s little debate in the dental world that dental implants are the best all-around option. They’re incredibly sturdy, require almost no special maintenance, and will last as long as a person is willing to take care of them. Contrast that with the high maintenance, cost, and […]

Addressing Patients’ Questions For many patients, dental implants are the best solution to replace missing teeth. But it can seem like a complicated, expensive, and even scary process to some people. Dr. David R. Scharf has placed over 10,000 dental implants in Long Island. Most patients leave surprised at how easy the treatment is. Continue […]

Options for Replacing a Missing Tooth When a tooth is lost, a patient has several options for treatment should he or she decide to replace the missing tooth. Which method is best for a specific patient can only be determined by taking into account a wide range of factors. These factors will include data on […]

When it comes to choosing an implant dentist in Long Island, there is no shortage of dental practices to choose from that offer this service. With so many options available, you need to ensure that you’re making the right choice for you according to your needs. As such, you must do your research and gather […]