Many Marble Falls adults want to look younger by straightening their teeth but having a mouthful of obtrusive teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind.
If you are not satisfied with your misaligned teeth, you may be interested to hear about the new, discrete straightening protocols now available for people of all ages. Custom invisible braces that are worn over teeth are now available in Marble Falls.
Your busy lifestyle will not be hampered because invisible braces are so straightforward and convenient. The comfortable aligners allow you to eat anything you want and caring for your teeth will not become cumbersome. When you smile, nobody will know that your teeth are gently being straightened.
Another development in orthodontia is the tieless braces system. Known by the brand names of Damon Braces and Damon Clear, this proprietary system features a sliding mechanism instead of bands or clips. If your dentist or orthodontist doesn’t believe you are a good candidate for invisible aligners, you can still be discrete with this type of system.
Modern orthodontia and cosmetic dentistry truly works miracles to create younger, more vibrant smiles. If you have delayed orthodontic treatment because of the perceived inconvenience and obtrusiveness of traditional metal braces, we hope today’s post has provided vital specifics that will help you make an informed determination.
At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls, our friendly and comprehensive team has been providing dazzling smiles since 2000.
A Teenage Smile Without The Metal
May 19, 2023
Many Marble Falls adults want to look younger by straightening their teeth but having a mouthful of obtrusive teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind.
If you are not satisfied with your misaligned teeth, you may be interested to hear about the new, discrete straightening protocols now available for people of all ages. Custom invisible braces that are worn over teeth are now available in Marble Falls.
Your busy lifestyle will not be hampered because invisible braces are so straightforward and convenient. The comfortable aligners allow you to eat anything you want and caring for your teeth will not become cumbersome. When you smile, nobody will know that your teeth are gently being straightened.
Another development in orthodontia is the tieless braces system. Known by the brand names of Damon Braces and Damon Clear, this proprietary system features a sliding mechanism instead of bands or clips. If your dentist or orthodontist doesn’t believe you are a good candidate for invisible aligners, you can still be discrete with this type of system.
Modern orthodontia and cosmetic dentistry truly works miracles to create younger, more vibrant smiles. If you have delayed orthodontic treatment because of the perceived inconvenience and obtrusiveness of traditional metal braces, we hope today’s post has provided vital specifics that will help you make an informed determination.
At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls, our friendly and comprehensive team has been providing dazzling smiles since 2000.
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Dental Implants And The Ideal Bite
January 6, 2023
Missing teeth detract from any smile, and can affect the ability to speak and eat. But there are other complications too. All of them can be addressed with dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX.
One of the more serious issues is the impact missing teeth can have on your bite. “Bite” refers to the way your upper and lower teeth fit together when you close your jaw.
An ideal bite is when the upper front teeth fit just slightly over the lower ones, and the grooves in the upper and lower molars loosely interlock. When there are missing teeth, the remaining, neighboring teeth tend to shift in their position, impacting your bite.
Dental Implants and Your Bite
Dental implants are titanium posts embedded in the jaw, where they fuse with the bone. Once that happens they are solid supports for artificial teeth.
These artificial teeth are carefully designed to mimic natural teeth, including the way they fit with the upper or lower tooth they come in contact with.
Other tooth replacement options, like bridges and dentures, can move around in the mouth. This affects your bite, and can also make it hard to speak and eat.
At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX we offer implant-supported dentures, as well as single tooth implants. We’ve placed them in people from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes who also come to our office for complete restorative dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654
Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Adequate Results vs. Incredible Results
November 25, 2022
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX can give you a replacement that not only looks like a natural tooth, but functions like one, too.
It’s the sort of incredible result we have come to expect from dental implants, and a reason why they are considered the best replacement option for lost teeth. Implants are one of the most important developments in the history of dentistry.
For single-tooth replacement, a complete dental implant consists of three parts. One is the implant itself, a titanium post that is inserted into the jaw. Second is a connecting piece called an abutment. Finally, the artificial tooth, or crown, connects to the abutment.
Once the procedure is complete you are left with normal biting and chewing power. What makes this possible is a process called osseointegration. That describes how the implant actually fuses with the bone to replace the missing tooth root, and becomes a part of your body.
Other replacement options, such as a dental bridge, are adequate enough. One of the things that makes implants so incredible, however, is their success rate: it’s greater than ninety percent!
Dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX have helped people from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes, and are among our restorative dentistry options. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654
Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Aesthetic Dentistry Solves Difficult Oral Problems
November 11, 2022
Do you fear that your smile is beyond repair due to damage or neglect? Rest assured, that may not be true. At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX we use restorative dentistry to improve smiles every day.
Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant
Solution: Bone Grafting
Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve:
Dental implants are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. But before you can get one, you need to have enough healthy bone to support it. Bone grafting is a fairly simply procedure to promote the growth of new bone.
Tough Problem 2: Tooth Damage or Loss
Solution: Restorative Dentistry
We can address multiple issues by restoring your teeth and mouth to a functional, and even an aesthetic state. It might involve filling cavities, restoring or replacing missing teeth, or repairing damage with a crown. Our goal is twofold: restoring your natural smile, and preventing future dental health problems.
With restorations from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX there is always hope for your smile! Patients from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes also come to us for complete general dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls 1000 Marble Heights Dr Marble Falls, TX 78654
Ritchie Dental Group – Brady 2001 Nine Rd Brady, TX 76825
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Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
September 30, 2022
In this post from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX we discuss dental implants as an alternative to traditional dental bridges.
Bridges have been a standard tooth replacement option for many years. There is more than one type, but the most common consists of an artificial tooth held in place by dental crowns on either side of the replacement.
Patients have improved biting and chewing ability with a bridge. On the downside, though, is that those neighboring teeth must be prepared by having enamel removed so there’s enough room for the replacement.
Another type of bridge doesn’t require the neighboring teeth to be prepared. The replacement tooth is supported with a frame, usually made of metal or porcelain. They are not as strong bridges held in place by crowns.
A more modern type of bridge is supported by dental implants. Implants are metal posts that are inserted directly into the jaw. Bridges secured this way are much stronger and more secure than other types of bridges.
Dental implants can support one artificial tooth, a bridge, or even a full dental arch. If you are missing one or more of your natural teeth, ask us about dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX. People from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes come to us for implants and other restorative dentistry options. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Considering Dentures? Read This First!
August 26, 2022
For anyone who has lost all of their teeth, implant-supported dentures from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX may sound like a dream come true: dentures that are attached to the jaw, and surpass traditional dentures in appearance and functionality.
You know what they say: if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. But set aside any skepticism. Implant-supported dentures are already worn successfully by hundreds of thousands of people.
As you may know, a dental implant is a titanium post that is placed in the jaw, where it fuses with the bone. A single post can support a single artificial tooth. Multiple posts, strategically placed, can support a set of dentures.
Implant-supported dentures have a number of advantages over traditional dentures. We’ve listed some of them below!
- Increased Stability: Because they are attached to titanium posts that have fused with the jaw, people have much greater biting and chewing power.
- Natural Appearance: They look more like natural teeth, and are easier to care for.
- Durability and Reliability: Because they are physically attached to the jaw, implants are long-lasting. Even better, they’re not prone to embarrassing slippage and require no messy adhesives, which means they’re always reliable.
- A Lack Of Bone Recession: With traditional dentures, the bone around missing tooth roots begin to deteriorate. The titanium posts replace some of the tooth roots, so the bone is preserved.
Implant-supported dentures can transform your life, and they are among the restorative dentistry procedures available at Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX. We have placed them in patients from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes who also come to us for general and cosmetic dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Dental Implant Success: The Odds Are In Your Favor
August 19, 2022
People thinking about replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX usually want to know about implant success rate. It’s a good question.
In case you are unfamiliar with dental implants, we’ll describe them.
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a metal post that acts as a replacement tooth root. The implant is inserted into the jaw and within a few months, fuses with the bone. Implants provide a solid foundation for an artificial tooth, bridge, or dental arch.
Dental implants:
- Are strong and immovable
- Blend perfectly with your natural teeth
- Help you speak and eat normally
- Prevent bone loss that can arise when a tooth is extracted
- Prevent issues associated with dentures
Evaluating Dental Implant Success Rates
One of the remarkable things about dental implants is their success rate, which is greater than ninety percent.
Implants are usually made from titanium, which is very compatible with the human body. Cases of rejection are rare. As good as their success rate is, researchers predict that in the future it will be even higher.
No wonder dental implants have been hailed as one of the greatest advances in dentistry!
At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX, dental implants have restored countless smiles. People from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes come to us for implants and other restorative dentistry procedures. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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The Advantages of Dental Implants
July 7, 2022
If you’re among the millions of Americans who have lost one of their natural teeth, dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX are an ideal solution.
Dental implants have many advantages over other tooth-replacement options. One of the biggest advantages is that implants not only support lifelike artificial teeth, they support the health of the jaw bone itself.
What Is A Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a titanium post that is placed into your jaw, where inside of a few months’ time, it fuses with the bone itself.
Implants may go in the upper or lower jaw. One implant can support one artificial tooth, and several of them can support a dental bridge, or even a full dental arch.
An unfortunate consequence of losing teeth is that the bone around the lost tooth begins to recede. This can result in a sunken appearance in the face. But because implants are physically attached to the bone they function like a tooth root to stimulate growth and prevent the loss of bone mass.
Advanced Technology
Dental implants don’t affect the surrounding teeth, either. In the case of a bridge, for example, each neighboring tooth must be ground into shape in order to accommodate the bridge. Also with a bridge, the bone will deteriorate.
Dental implants from Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX are among the most advanced technology modern dentistry has to offer. We’ve placed them in patients from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes, who also come to our office for other restorative dentistry options. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Restoring Teeth At Ritchie Dental Group
June 17, 2022
At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX, we use a variety of techniques to restore damaged teeth. These fall into the category of restorative dentistry, which we will describe in this blog post.
The most common restorative dentistry procedure is probably the traditional filling. Most people have at least one by the time they reach adulthood. Traditional fillings are also called ‘direct restorations,’ because they are applied to the tooth and then shaped and polished in one visit.
Another type of filling is called an ‘indirect restoration’ and is fabricated in a dental lab. There are two types: inlays and onlays.
Other restorative dentistry procedures:
- Crowns: Sometimes called “caps,” crowns are a cover that fit over a tooth that has been repaired after damage or decay. The crown strengthens and protects it. Our CEREC® crowns can be applied in a single visit, making them a perfect, quick, and permanent restoration.
- Dental Implants: Implants are titanium posts inserted into the jaw. They can support one or more artificial teeth, and several can support a dental arch, or denture.
- Dentures: A denture can replace several missing teeth, and ours are anchored by implants. This gives them a structural advantage over traditional dentures. Plus, no sticky adhesives!
These procedures are important because filling empty spaces in the mouth keeps remaining teeth from shifting in place, and also makes it easier to maintain proper dental health.
Whether the damage is caused by decay, injury, bite problems, or natural wear, Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX will help you choose the best restorative dentistry option for your needs. Patients from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes also come to our office for complete general dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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Beautifying With Bonding
May 20, 2022
Bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure we use frequently at Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX. It’s one of the easiest ways we have to improve the appearance of a tooth that is chipped, cracked, or even discolored.
Bonding is a fairly simple and straight-forward procedure. In fact, in most cases, we don’t even need to use anesthesia, unless we’re filling a cavity. Depending on the complexity of a given case, bonding usually takes thirty minutes to an hour.
After roughening the part of the tooth we’re working on, we apply a bonding agent that will a composite resin material to the tooth. Once the resin is in place, it is molded into shape and hardened with an ultraviolet light.
Finally, the composite material is polished into its final appearance. We’re generally able to match its color to the color of your teeth, so when we’re done, the treated area is virtually indistinguishable.
Bonding is one of the simplest ways to fix a tooth defect or imperfection, and it’s among the cosmetic dentistry procedures we offer at Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls and Brady TX. People from Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes also come to our practice for general and restorative dentistry. Contact us today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
Ritchie Dental Group – Marble Falls
1000 Marble Heights Dr
Marble Falls, TX 78654Ritchie Dental Group – Brady
2001 Nine Rd
Brady, TX 76825
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