Is It Safe to Get Dental Implants While Pregnant? What Expecting Mothers Should Know
Understanding Patient Concerns During Pregnancy For many women, pregnancy is a time filled with care, caution, and new priorities. But when a dental issue comes up—like a missing or severely damaged tooth—it’s natural to wonder what can and can’t be done during this important phase. At Perio Vital Clinic, one of the most frequent questions […]
Why Some Dental Implants Fail and What We Do to Prevent It
Dental Implants Are Reliable, But Not Infallible Dental implants are widely considered one of the best long-term solutions for replacing missing teeth. But while success rates are high, implant failure does happen and often for preventable reasons. Understanding these risks is the first step toward avoiding them. The Role of Bone Quality in Implant Success […]
Can Dental Implants Be Done Without Crowns Right Away? Understanding Staged Implant Treatment
By Dr. Ilse Lugo – Periodontist at Perio Vital Clinic One of the most common questions we hear from patients is, “Will I leave with a tooth the same day I get my implant?” The answer isn’t always simple. At Perio Vital Clinic, we offer both immediate and staged implant treatment plans, depending on your […]
How Smoking Affects Dental Implants: What Every Patient Should Know
By Dr. Ilse Lugo – Periodontist at Perio Vital Clinic Dental implants are one of the most reliable and long-lasting solutions for missing teeth. However, their success depends heavily on the patient’s overall health and habits, especially smoking. At Perio Vital Clinic, we often receive questions from patients who smoke and want to know if […]
Why Do Dental Implants Fail? 7 Causes You Need to Know (And How to Avoid Them)
Implant Dentistry Has a High Success Rate — But It’s Not Guaranteed Dental implants are one of the most reliable procedures in modern dentistry, with success rates often above 95%. But like any medical treatment, there is still a small percentage of cases where implants may fail — either soon after placement or years later. […]
