For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from Alaska Premier Dental Group may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and far surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality. Implant-supported dentures are already worn successfully by hundreds of thousands of people. If you hate your…
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The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant
Bone loss is an unfortunate and common result of the loss of a tooth, whether from extraction or some other reason. Dental implants, like those available from Alaska Premier Dental Group, can slow and even stop it. Bone loss, or recession, occurs because the bone’s density is no longer preserved by the action of chewing.…
Stick Out Your Tongue!
At Alaska Premier Dental Group we diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums on a daily basis. These conditions can affect the tongue. We’re using this blog post to discuss the tongue. Have you ever considered all the important things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the texture and flavor…
Help! My Crown Came Off!
You are chewing an apple and hear an odd sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come loose. Don’t panic! Chances are, the crown can be re-cemented at Alaska Premier Dental Group. What do you do when your dental crown comes off? It’s critical that you take the following…
Why Aren’t You Smiling?
It’s unfortunate, but true: a lot of people don’t smile because they are embarrassed by the state of their teeth. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, cosmetic dentistry can improve just about any aspect of your smile! When we think of smiles, the first thing we think of are the teeth, of course. But we take…
Just Like Natural Teeth (Naturally Perfect Teeth, That Is!)
Is your smile beginning to look a little dull? Has its luster faded over the years? Maybe you’ve got a chipped tooth – or maybe even a couple. You don’t have to live with these imperfections if you don’t want to. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, porcelain veneers can mask these and other dental flaws,…
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Alaska Premier Dental Group we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of the teeth. The acid…
How To Choose A Dentist
Looking for a new dentist? It’s easy to find one. A quick Google search, a Yelp review or two, and you’ll have a short list of possibilities. The trick is finding a dentist you’re happy with! At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we’re proud of our positive online reviews. Even so, knowing whether a dentist is…
Are You At Risk For Bone Recession?
This post from Alaska Premier Dental Group looks at bone recession, which is common among people who have lost one or more of their teeth. The bone loss occurs because the blood supply and stimulation needed for maintaining healthy bone is gone. Let’s look at the most common causes of jaw bone recession: Extracted Teeth…
Do You Want To Change The Shape Of Your Gums?
When you look in the mirror, do you like the smile you see? The flaws and strengths of your smile may be subjective, but if there are things about yours you don’t like, such as a gummy smile, we can fix it with cosmetic dentistry at Alaska Premier Dental Group. The shape and size of…
