Hidden Consequences of Missing Teeth A missing tooth might seem like a minor concern, but in reality, tooth loss should never be taken lightly. The potential consequences of untreated tooth loss can be much more significant than patients realize, frequently compromising both oral health and overall well-being.* Beyond the obvious aesthetic concerns, the gaps left by missing teeth can lead […] Continue Reading
How To Fix a Chipped Tooth It is not ideal to have a chipped or cracked tooth, but there are many treatments that can improve damaged teeth fairly easily. At Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, our team offers a variety of restorative dental procedures that can be personalized for your needs. Whether the damaged tooth was caused by a fall, accident, natural decay, […] Continue Reading
How Many Implants Are Needed for Permanent Full Arch Tooth Replacement? When replacing a complete row of teeth with an implant-supported full arch prosthesis (commonly referred to as an implant denture), dentists typically use anywhere from two to six dental implants to anchor the restoration in place. Among numerous factors, the exact number of implants will depend on jawbone density, the particular full arch tooth replacement […] Continue Reading
What If I Don’t Have Enough Bone Density for Dental Implants? Are you interested in dental implants but have been told you don’t have sufficient jawbone structure and/or density to qualify as a good candidate? At Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, we may be able to help. Our experienced dentists – Dr. Robert Schlossberg and Dr. Deborah Klotz – offer bone grafting, an innovative procedure that can be […] Continue Reading
Maryland Dentistry Practice Up for Nomination as Best General Dentist in Best of Bethesda Reader’s Poll Bethesda Sedation Dentistry is one of several dentist’s offices in contention for Bethesda Magazine’s Best of Bethesda Readers’ Poll. Bethesda, MD — Drs. Deborah Klotz and Robert Schlossberg, of Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, have a long history of helping people achieve beautiful smiles with their cosmetic, sedation, and general dentistry services. Now they are encouraging people […] Continue Reading
What Is Guided Implant Surgery? Few services can help patients achieve the kind of functionality that’s possible with dental implants. Because they can be used to replace everything from a single tooth to a full row of teeth, they’re remarkably versatile. Plus, because they mimic nature’s design, the finished results will both look and feel natural. However, restoring a patient’s […] Continue Reading
My crown came out. Can it be re-cemented? A common question at our Bethesda dental office is: “My crown came out. Can it be re-cemented?” At Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, we strive to provide you with the highest level of dental care at all times, but sometimes things happen. If your crown comes loose or falls out, you should call our office immediately. Depending […] Continue Reading