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Straumann AlloGraft Ring: Candidacy, Benefits, and Treatment

Advances in dental implant technology now allow for the simultaneous placement of donor bone and an implant post during one surgical procedure at our Colleyville, TX dental practice. The procedure, which uses a Straumann AlloGraft Ring, allows patients to shorten their treatment timeline by several months.  If you have been told that you require some […]

All-on-Four vs Traditional Dental Implants

Are you considering dental implants to replace your lost teeth? Dental implants are a great alternative to crowns, bridges, and removable dentures. They are comfortable, built to last, and act like natural teeth. In fact, dental implants are the only tooth replacement choice that helps stimulate bone growth and prevent bone loss. According to the […]

How to Emotionally Prepare for All-on-4Ⓡ Dental Implants

Plenty of articles address many aspects of All-on-4Ⓡ dental implants. However, most do not discuss tips to help you prepare emotionally for the reality of having a new, beautiful, full smile. If you are considering All-on-4 treatment, this article will help you prepare for your upcoming surgery with Dr. Chris Tye. Need to set up […]

Busted Myths About All-on-4® Treatment

Maybe a friend or relative has wears permanent dentures, or maybe you’ve seen advertisements and commercials about the procedure. You’re interested, but you don’t know how to separate fact from fiction. How do you know if permanent dentures, like the All-on-4® treatment offered by Dr. Tye, are right for you? Below, we address some common […]

All-on-4® or CONUS? See How These Full-Mouth Teeth Replacement Options Stack Up

Today, oral surgeons can offer more natural and secure smiles than ever before for patients who have lost most or all their teeth. Two popular options offered by many oral surgeons in the north Texas area are CONUS and All-on-4®. Depending on your lifestyle and desires, as well as your oral health, either CONUS or […]

The Right Time for All-on-4

When birthdays come around, it is not surprising to hear someone quip, “Age is just a number,” or, “Youth is a state of mind.” In many respects, that is true. Some adults do not tend to dwell on age much. Others think about finding the proverbial “fountain of youth” all the time. If your teeth […]

All-on-4: How strong will my replacement teeth be?

All-on-4 is an increasingly popular option for edentulous patients to fully restore their smiles in a single appointment. The procedure requires just four dental implants to support an entire prosthetic arch. However, patients may wonder how strong their replacement teeth will be with All-on-4, especially if they’re upgrading from conventional dentures that weren’t terribly effective […]