Yankton Dental Clinic

04/02/2021

We hope everyone has a great weekend!

03/31/2021

Mini dental implants are about half the size in diameter of a regular dental implant. This offers many benefits, and they can also be used in situations where regular implants cannot. If an implant needs to be placed in a narrow space, mini implants are the preferred method because of their smaller size.

A main use for mini implants is to install a full upper or lower denture. A series of mini implants (4-6) are placed along the gum line and they serve as the base of the denture. Rather than placing a single implant for a single tooth, an entire lower or upper set of teeth are directly attached to the gum line.

The small size of mini implants often means that no incision needs to be made to place the implant. They can usually be inserted right through the gum into the bone. This eliminates the need for a recovery period, and the restoration can usually be placed right away or only a short time after.

Mini implants are also less expensive than regular implants. Only your dentist knows if mini implants are right for you, so call us for your consultation today.

03/26/2021

Call us to schedule your appointment today!

03/19/2021

What are the benefits of dental implants? There are many!

03/17/2021

03/15/2021

People with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to develop or suffer from conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Given the surprising link between periodontal disease and heart health—it is important for patients to seek effective treatment regularly.

03/12/2021

As a friendly reminder, time springs forward an hour on the 14th! ⏰

03/11/2021

If you have to have an extraction-- wisdom tooth removal, root canal, or similar procedure-- you will need to be careful with the area as it heals.

You will be limited to soft foods for a few days after your surgery. Some recommended foods are:

Gelatin
Pudding
Yogurt
Mashed Potatoes
Ice Cream
Thin Soups
…and other food you can eat without chewing.

When drinking, make sure you do not use a straw. The sucking motion can loosen your sutures and slow the clotting process. The same goes for smoking. If you have prolonged pain, bleeding, irritation, or don’t feel that the extraction site is healing properly call your dentist for a follow up.

03/08/2021

We are here for you! Be sure to schedule your annual check up! Neglect is much more expensive!

03/04/2021

A little dental humor for you 😂🦷🦷