Dr. Sasaki’s Dental Blog

December 29, 2009

Wisdom Teeth Checkup

Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24 for people in the Ypsilanti

community. While not always troublesome, it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways, or otherwise impacting your other teeth.

Checking your wisdom teeth in Ann Arbor is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble down the road.

Our practice, ‘Gary Sasaki DDS, MS‘, works with patients from ages 20 to 80, and our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff can help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will need to be extracted. We can also help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will require advanced care, or if a simple procedure can solve the problem.

Wisdom teeth can be painful, and we don’t like pain at Gary Sasaki DDS, MS, It’s our goal to give you the best care and attention when checking your wisdom teeth.

If you are in the Ann Arbor area and need to have your wisdom teeth checked, please stop by our office at 1900 Packard Road, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. We also service the greater Ann Arbor area, including Belleville and Saline.

We specialize in restorative dentistry, and often perform cosmetic dentistry. We can take a look at your wisdom teeth and help you make a healthy decision for your future.

‘We’re your lifelong dental health partner’

December 10, 2009

How Mini Dental Implants Can Help Your Smile

I’m Dr. Gary Sasaki, a dental implant dentist in the 48197 area. In a recent post, How Mini Dental Implants Can Help Your Smile in 94538I explained how traditional dental implants are used to dramatically improve the lives of my Ann Arbor denture and cosmetic dentistry clients. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called ‘immediate implants’.

Though they are not as well known as traditional tooth implants, mini implants are also being used successfully to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Tooth restoration clients and denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip free dental implants that are anchored securely in the jaw bone.

In some cases, a patient is unable to receive traditional full-size dental implants due to insufficient bone thickness. There are also mini implant patients who are not able to undergo dental implant surgery due to health issues. These Michigan over-denture patients are often excellent candidates for the mini version.

The placement of toothpick-size mini dental implants can usually be done in one dental visit. The placement usually requires no incisions or stitches. Recovery time, if necessary, is usually very short. Most patients are able to eat dinner that evening.

Many Ypsilanti aesthetic dentistry clients are happy to learn that mini implants are a lower cost dental implants option. Don’t let the word ‘mini’ fool you; Your smile can receive a maximum upgrade with mini dental implants.

Call Gary Sasaki DDS, MS at (734) 482-7466 to schedule a consultation.

December 4, 2009

Multi-Procedure Dental Visits in Ann Arbor

If you are planning extensive cosmetic dental work, you may be wondering Multi-Procedure Dental Visits in Fremontwhether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to consider:

Cost
In the long run, it is less expensive to do it all at once. At Gary Sasaki DDS, MS in Ypsilanti, we are able to complete several procedures in one visit. We know that complete smile transformations are a significant investment for most Michigan residents. We would be happy to discuss affordable dentistry financing options. Call us at (734) 482-7466 to schedule a no-pressure consultation.

Time
With the latest materials and cosmetic dental techniques, healing times are shorter than ever before. However, some procedures such as bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, root canals, and dental implants often require a short healing period.

It is easier physically and psychologically to have the fewest possible visits to your Ann Arbor dentist. You should also consider how your dental visits and necessary healing periods will impact your employment and family life. You will have less down time if you receive several procedures at once.

Aesthetic Results
While we routinely achieve great outcomes when doing a smile makeover in steps, porcelain restorations are best fabricated in the same “batch” for the most precise color matching.

Dr. Gary Sasaki DDS, MS
1900 Packard Road
Ypsilanti, Michigan
(734) 482-7466
http://www.midentalspa.com/

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