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Tooth Replacement Results – Expert Dental Solutions

Smile Brighter with Expert Dental Solutions for Missing Teeth

Dr. Britten understands that missing teeth can affect your whole attitude about yourself and life. That’s why he offers expert dental solutions for missing teeth, helping patients regain their confidence and improve their quality of life.

Missing teeth can impact more than just your smile. They can affect how you speak, what you eat, and even how you feel about yourself in social or professional settings. Many people feel embarrassed about the appearance of their mouth. Others become self-conscious when speaking or eating in public because removable bridgework may slip, click, or feel unstable. This can lead to avoiding certain foods, hiding your smile, or even withdrawing from important moments in life.

Fortunately, modern dentistry offers advanced solutions. Tooth replacement has helped thousands of people regain their self-confidence and live fuller, more active lives. Whether you are missing one tooth or several, there are reliable, long-lasting options available that look and feel natural. Dental implants, fixed bridges, and other restorative techniques can dramatically improve both your function and appearance.

At our office, we take a compassionate, customized approach to your care. We understand how personal and sensitive dental concerns can be. That’s why we will work closely with your restorative dentist to ensure you receive seamless, coordinated treatment. Our goal is to provide you with a beautiful, confident smile using expert dental solutions for missing teeth tailored to your needs.

Don’t let missing teeth hold you back from living your best life. Let us help you smile with pride and eat, speak, and laugh with comfort again. Contact us today to learn more about our tooth replacement options and how we can restore your confidence—one smile at a time.

Experience compassionate care, advanced technology, and lasting results with expert dental solutions for missing teeth. 

🦷 Missing Posterior Teeth? Dental Implants are the Solution! 🦷

🦷 Missing Posterior Teeth? Dental Implants are the Solution! 🦷

If you’ve lost a back tooth, you know how it can impact your ability to chew, speak, and even feel confident about your smile. But don’t worry – dental implants can restore both function and aesthetics!
 
As a periodontal implant specialist, Dr. Todd Britten specializes in placing dental implants that are durable, natural-looking, and custom-fit to meet your unique needs. Here’s why dental implants are the ideal choice for replacing missing posterior teeth:
 
✅ Enhanced Chewing Function: Implants allow you to eat all your favorite foods without discomfort.
✅ Natural Look & Feel: They blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.
✅ Long-Term Solution: With proper care, implants can last a lifetime!
✅ Preserve Jawbone Health: Unlike bridges, implants help prevent bone loss in the jaw.
 
If you’re ready to smile and chew with confidence again, don’t wait—let’s talk about how dental implants can change your life! 😊✨

Innovations in Dental Implants: What Patients Need to Know

Innovations in Dental Implants: What Patients Need to Know

Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to act as artificial tooth roots. They provide a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures, offering a permanent solution for tooth loss.

Recent Advancements in Dental Implant Technology  

1. 3D Imaging and Digital Planning

Advanced imaging technology allows for precise mapping of your oral anatomy. Digital planning software ensures optimal implant placement, improving accuracy and reducing the risk of complications.

2. Guided Implant Surgery

Using computer-guided techniques, your dentist can perform implant surgery with unparalleled precision. This approach minimizes invasive procedures, leading to faster recovery times and better outcomes.

3. Immediate Load Implants

New technology enables some implants to support a temporary crown immediately after placement, eliminating the wait for healing before restoring your smile.

4. Enhanced Surface Technology

Modern implants feature surfaces designed to promote faster integration with the bone. This accelerates healing and improves the stability of the implant over time.

5.  All-on-4® and Similar Systems

These systems allow for the placement of a full arch of teeth using just four implants. They are ideal for patients with significant tooth loss and offer a quicker, cost-effective alternative to traditional implant procedures.

6. Advantages of Modern Dental Implants

–     Natural Appearance: Implants look and feel like natural teeth, restoring your confidence.

–     Improved Comfort: Enhanced techniques make the procedure less invasive, with shorter recovery times.

–     Durability: With proper care, implants can last a lifetime.

–     Preservation of Jawbone: Implants stimulate bone growth, preventing the bone loss that often accompanies tooth loss.

–     Better Functionality: Enjoy the freedom to eat, speak, and smile without discomfort or worry.

Is Dental Implant Treatment Right for You?  

Innovations in dental implant technology have made tooth replacement more effective, comfortable, and accessible than ever. If you’re considering dental implants, now is the perfect time to explore your options.

Dental implants are suitable for most patients with healthy gums and sufficient bone to support them. During your consultation at Britten Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, we’ll assess your oral health, discuss your goals, and create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Contact Britten Periodontics and Implant Dentistry today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a healthier, more confident smile.

Understanding Periodontal Disease: Early Signs

Understanding Periodontal Disease: Early Signs

Recognizing the early symptoms of gum disease is crucial for timely intervention. Here are some common warning signs:

  • Red, swollen, or tender gums
    Healthy gums are firm and pink. Inflammation may indicate early gum disease, also known as gingivitis.
  • Bleeding during brushing or flossing
    While occasional bleeding may seem harmless, it’s often a sign of gum irritation or infection.
  • Persistent bad breath
    Chronic halitosis (bad breath) can result from bacteria buildup in the mouth.
  • Receding gums
    If your teeth appear longer or your gums are pulling away, it may indicate progressing gum disease.
  • Loose or shifting teeth
    Advanced gum disease can damage the structures that support your teeth.

How to Prevent Periodontal Disease

Preventing gum disease requires a combination of good oral hygiene, regular dental care, and healthy lifestyle choices. Stay tuned for our next blog article on how to prevent periodontal disease and when to seek help!

Clearwater periodontist Dr. Todd Britten Introduces Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures for Patients Seeking Permanent Solutions for Missing Teeth

Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, a leading provider of advanced periodontics and dental implant solutions in Clearwater, Florida, is excited to announce the availability of Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures, the ultimate restoration option for patients suffering from severe tooth loss. This state-of-the-art dental treatment provides an unmatched combination of aesthetics, strength, and long-term functionality, revolutionizing the lives of patients who are looking for a permanent, secure solution to missing teeth.

What are Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures?

Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures are fixed implant-supported dentures made from zirconia, a highly durable and biocompatible material that mimics the look and feel of natural teeth. Designed for patients who need full arch restoration, this solution provides superior comfort, a natural appearance, and long-lasting stability compared to traditional removable dentures.

“We are proud to offer our patients a cutting-edge solution that restores not only their oral health but also their confidence and quality of life,” said Dr. Todd Britten, periodontist/owner at Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. “Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures are a game-changer in dental restoration. They’re durable, aesthetically pleasing, and, most importantly, give our patients the peace of mind that comes with a permanent, fixed solution.”

The Benefits of Full Arch Zirconia Hybrid Dentures:
– Natural Look and Feel: Made from high-quality zirconia, these dentures closely resemble natural teeth, providing a lifelike smile and optimal comfort.
– Durability: Zirconia is known for its exceptional strength and longevity, making it resistant to chips and cracks.
– Permanent, Secure Fit: Unlike traditional dentures, these hybrid dentures are secured with dental implants, preventing movement, and ensuring a comfortable, secure fit.
– Improved Functionality: Patients can enjoy full chewing capacity, making it easier to eat and speak without discomfort.
– Biocompatibility: Zirconia is highly compatible with the body, reducing the risk of irritation or rejection.

Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is a premier periodontic and dental implant practice dedicated to delivering advanced oral healthcare solutions. Our practice specializes in periodontics, implant dentistry, and full arch restorations, with a focus on improving the overall oral health and well-being of our patients. With a patient-centered approach, we strive to create a welcoming environment that ensures comfort, satisfaction, and long-term results.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, please visit www.brittenperio.com or contact us at 727-586-2681.

What are the consequences of missing teeth?

There are actually several negative consequences of missing some or all of your teeth. First, missing teeth will affect the esthetics of your face. Not only will your smile be affected by the gaps from missing teeth, but if you’re missing too many teeth, the skin around your mouth won’t be supported properly and will start to sag, making your appear older than you are. Additionally, missing teeth will make it more difficult to chew your food properly and may even affect the way you speak. Finally, missing even one tooth may have emotional consequences; many people feel less confident about their smile when they are missing teeth. If you are currently missing any of your teeth, consider replacing them with dental implants, which can look and feel just like natural teeth. For more information about implants, browse perio.org or talk to your periodontist.

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Reflecting on 2020: A Letter From Dr. Britten

Dear Patients,

The holiday season is once again upon us.  As we reflect upon this year, I’d like to acknowledge how grateful I am for all our patients, my team, our extraordinary colleagues and our community.

We hope you know how much we cherish the opportunity to treat you, our patients.  2020 has been a time like no other in our lives. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to produce uncertainty and stress. By now, we have all been impacted by this virus, which has been devastating for many. Despite the challenges we are all facing every day, this is also a time that is bringing out the best in many people—from healthcare staff and first responders fighting on the front-lines, to the essential workers providing food, products and services.

Our number one priority has always been to keep our patients & team safe and protected. We have implemented additional rigorous cleaning and hygiene protocols throughout our facilities and are practicing other safety precautions including social distancing, daily screening, increased personal protective equipment (PPE) for all clinical and non-clinical staff and temperature checks daily.

The strength, restless sacrifice, compassion around us, and the level to which our team, colleagues, patients and community have come together through this pandemic has been extraordinary and inspiring. Because of this, we will emerge from this much stronger and more resilient in the future.

Thank you for continuing to help us with our community outreach again this year with our Metropolitan Ministries food drives, our annual Free Dental Day for Veterans, breast cancer awareness month, and building with Habitat for Humanity.

Most importantly, I want to take this opportunity to let you know how grateful I am for the support and confidence you have shown in allowing us to provide your periodontal care.  Many of you have also referred your family, friends and colleagues.  I want to express my deep gratitude to you, as I consider your referrals to be the greatest acknowledgment of our team’s vision and values!

We are all in this together. We are always here to assist you, and we encourage you to reach out at any time. In the meantime, please stay safe and healthy, and thank you again for all you are doing in the fight to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and save lives.

I would like to extend my warmest wishes to you, your staff and family for a joyous holiday season.  I wish you a healthy, prosperous and safe New Year.

With warmest regards,

What to do when a tooth is lost to extraction

Careful management of extraction sockets after a tooth is removed prevents unsightly bone loss and provides a better cosmetic outcome for tooth replacement. To increase the possibility of future implant placement, and to prevent more bone resorption, a ridge preservation procedure may be recommended. Without the use of a bone graft and collagen barrier at the time of extraction, studies show that 30-40% of the jaw bone is immediately lost. This is because your body perceives that once the root is removed, the bone is no longer needed and your body absorbs or removes it, creating a ridge deformity.

These ridge deformities leave you with inadequate bone and tissue thickness for either bridge or dental implant restoration. The defects may have been caused by trauma, developmental defects, periodontal disease, the wearing of dentures, or through previous tooth loss.
Ridge augmentation procedures have been shown to greatly enhance the cleansability and appearance of your restorations. They increase your chance for long term successful dental restoration, both esthetically and functionally. Ridge augmentation procedures may be performed with gum tissue and/or bone grafting materials.

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What to know about Dentures and Dementia

Important information about Dementia and Dentures!

Over time, dentures may loosen for patients due to both weight loss or as the jaw bones shrink away over the years. On average, dentures will naturally loosen even with no weight loss and dentures often require replacement every 10 years.

For patients with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, if it seems time to replace the dentures, a patient and their family need to assess the likely adaptability i.e., the ease with which someone can tolerate change – or even dental visits – as this will affect the success and comfort of the denture and the denture wearer.

Surprisingly many patients with Dementia can function well without any teeth as long as they can eat and socialize comfortably. In the later stages of Alzheimer’s or Dementia, a person may no longer tolerate their denture, and sometimes even be happier or more comfortable without their denture! At this stage, it is usually more of a difficult issue psychologically for the family and friends rather than the person with advanced Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease themselves.

Things that may help for loose dentures that a dementia/Alzheimer’s patient can still tolerate wearing:

1) Use a over the counter fixative like Fixodent … Fixatives will not fix so aggressively that you will have difficulty removing the denture!

2) If the person with Dementia or Alzheimer’s is in a care home, please ensure the dentures are kept in labeled box (not in tissues or disposable cups which get thrown away). Maybe even consider a denture box with their name and a photo of dentures on them can help! They should take dentures out at night and clean them for hygiene purposes.

3) Speak to your dentist about relining the denture. Homemade relines may help very temporarily, but if a denture reline is done improperly t can cause some quite complicated changes in the way the teeth meet.
4) Please discuss all options with your dentist so that you are all happy with your outcomes.

Talk to your dental professional about any questions or concerns you have about your teeth, gums or dentures when it comes to yourself or a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s -we are here to help!
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Dental Implants are our Specialty!

While regular brushing, flossing, and checkups allow many of us to maintain our natural smiles for a lifetime, sometimes our teeth just can’t keep up. If you’ve lost a tooth (or a few teeth) due to injury or disease, dental implants can rejuvenate both your smile and your oral health.
 
An implant is a synthetic tooth root in the shape of a post that is surgically placed into the jawbone. The “root” is usually made of titanium (the same material used in many replacement hips and knees), a metal that is well suited to pairing with human bone. A replacement tooth is then fixed to the post. The tooth can be either permanently attached or removable. Permanent teeth are more stable and feel more like natural teeth.
 
The ideal candidate for implants is a non­-smoker who has good oral health, including a sufficient amount of bone in the jaw and healthy gums with no sign of gum disease.
 
Dr. Todd Britten received his Bachelor of Science & Doctorate of Dental Surgery from University of Florida, a Master’s Degree and Certificate in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry; and completed extensive training at the Institute of Advanced Laser Dentistry. He is one of the only board-certified periodontists in Pinellas County. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, Florida Association of Periodontists, Upper Pinellas County Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Association, Hillsborough County Dental Research Association and Florida West Coast Dental Association.
 
To learn more about Dr. Britten and his dental services, call (727) 586-2681 or visit www.brittenperio.com
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