Menu
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Meet the Doctors
      • Dr. Ronald L. Receveur
      • Dr. Bradley Frederick
    • See Dr. Ron On TV
    • Get Dr. Ron’s Book
  • Solutions We Offer
    • All-In-One-Place™
    • Do I Need Bone Grafting?
    • IV Sedation
    • The One Day Smile Solution
    • All-On-4 Zirconium Bridges
  • Patient Testimonials
    • Smile Gallery
  • Out of Town Guests
    • Considering Traveling?
  • Contact Us
    • Our Warranty & Financing Options
    • GreenSky Patient Financing
    • New Patient Forms
  • Blog
  • Search
MENU
Call Today888-469-3982 Request an Appointment
819 Mt. Tabor Road, New Albany, IN 47150
Call Today888-469-3982 Request an Appointment
819 Mt. Tabor Road, New Albany, IN 47150
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Meet the Doctors
      • Dr. Ronald L. Receveur
      • Dr. Bradley Frederick
    • See Dr. Ron On TV
    • Get Dr. Ron’s Book
  • Solutions We Offer
    • All-In-One-Place™
    • Do I Need Bone Grafting?
    • IV Sedation
    • The One Day Smile Solution
    • All-On-4 Zirconium Bridges
  • Patient Testimonials
    • Smile Gallery
  • Out of Town Guests
    • Considering Traveling?
  • Contact Us
    • Our Warranty & Financing Options
    • GreenSky Patient Financing
    • New Patient Forms
  • Blog
  • Search
Home > Blog > Protecting Your Smile From Tooth Loss Is Easy

Protecting Your Smile From Tooth Loss Is Easy

June 1, 2016

Hello and welcome to our oral health blog!

Today we want to talk about a tough topic: tooth loss in adults. Based on the current numbers we’ve been seeing, odds are good that someone you know will lose at least one tooth during adulthood. Shocking, right?

Let’s just hope you won’t be the one subjected to that kind of trauma and embarrassment. But if you ever are faced with such a dilemma, you can trust that we’ll be here to take care of you with one of our innovative implant procedures.

As you probably know, at New Albany Implants we have built quite a reputation around our ability to replace lost teeth for the good folks of Southern Indiana, but, as dentists, our preference is always to help you prevent that kind of loss to begin with.

To keep you coasting down the good road, we thought it might be worthwhile to review the most common reasons people lose their permanent teeth, and to help you sidestep these pitfalls.

Keep reading, and after you’ve finished this post, be sure to get in-touch with our team to schedule your next complete examination in New Albany.

Bad Hygiene

If you ignore your oral health needs, you can do some real damage to your smile over time. That said, our friends at the American Dental Association think that just by brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes at a stretch, you will be doing yourself a big favor. We agree. But brushing is only the beginning.

You will then need to find the floss in order to go after the tartar, plaque, and food particles that like to linger in-between your teeth. Rinsing with a fluoride mouthwash can also add some real benefits.

Being diligent about this kind of stuff will go a long way towards keeping the bacteria, disease and decay that causes tooth loss at bay, which brings us to our next point.

Untreated/Undiagnosed Decay

It should come as no surprise that tooth decay is a big factor behind tooth loss in adults. Obviously, the presence of decay can be related to bad hygiene but it is not always a causal relationship. That is to say, it can happen to the best of us.

Nobody wants a cavity, but most of us will get them at some juncture, even if we are good about brushing, flossing, and the like. The key is to catch them early and stop them in their tracks.

Why? Because a cavity that is given the opportunity to expand will most certainly reach the root of your tooth, where it will, in turn, infect your dental pulp.

What does that have to do with tooth loss? Well, when this happens, rather than a simple filling, you will be looking at a root canal or possibly an extraction just to restore the overall health of your smile. That’s if the tooth doesn’t just rot away on its own.

Periodontal Disease

Gum disease starts out as a condition called gingivitis. The good news is that gingivitis is easily reversed. The bad news is that most non-professionals are unable to self-diagnose this issue and it is more often than not caught at a later stage.

The more that the bacteria responsible for this condition sinks below your gum-line, the more trouble you will have. As gingivitis gives way to full-blown periodontal disease, you will experience inflammation (including bleeding) and a weakening of the soft tissues that provide stability for the roots of your teeth.

After a certain point, your gums and bone simply won’t be able to support your teeth anymore and they will begin to jump ship in large numbers. That’s when you’ll start inquiring about invasive gum disease treatments and dental implant procedures.

Emergency Situations

It can happen fast at the pool, on the highway, even at work. Regardless, when an accident happens, you will need to remain calm and take action.

Sometimes a tooth that has endured trauma can be saved with a crown or other restoration, but don’t count on that. What can you do to prevent that from happening? You can start by taking fewer chances, becoming aware of your surroundings, and having an emergency plan in place (like keeping our number on speed dial).

Keep Your Smile Healthy By Calling Us

As you can see, all of these pitfalls we discussed today can be easily avoided by making a real effort to stay on top of your hygiene at home and then building on your good work by regularly visiting a dentist that you can trust to keep up with your ever-evolving needs.

As such, we hope you have been inspired by today’s post to take the next step. You can get in-touch with our New Albany, Indiana dental office by calling 888-469-3982 or by contacting us online. We can’t wait to see your smiling face in one of our chairs!

Find Out How to Get New Teeth For Life in One Day!
Find Out How to Get New Teeth For Life in One Day!

Discover what you need to know to get your smile back in as little as one day... Without running around to several offices or doctors!

What Our Patients are Saying

S. S. (Verified Patient) | Feb 04, 2023
5
They worked very hard to make me feel comfortable through the entire procedure.

They worked very hard to make me feel comfortable through the entire procedure.

B. H. (Verified Patient) | Dec 31, 2022
5

J. L. (Verified Patient) | Dec 07, 2022
5
I’m the type of person that is scared of the dentist have been my whole...
Read More

I’m the type of person that is scared of the dentist have been my whole life. I scheduled consultation with Dr Ron and he answered all my questions and more. He and his staff are great they made me feel comfortable the whole time. They used sedation for my implant procedure and it was the best decision I have ever made!! I had zero pain whatsoever. The best thing is that they have gave me the ability to smile again and to be happy. Thank you to everyone at New Albany Implants. I recommend them to anyone needing dental implants.

V. M. (Verified Patient) | Oct 26, 2022
5
Amazing experience. If anyone is anxious about seeing a dentist I can assure you don’t...
Read More

Amazing experience. If anyone is anxious about seeing a dentist I can assure you don’t have to be with Dr. Receveur. My only regret is not having it done sooner. His staff is pretty awesome too.

V. B. (Verified Patient) | Oct 13, 2022
5
Great staff!!!! Great work!!! I love this place!

Great staff!!!! Great work!!! I love this place!

V. M. (Verified Patient) | Oct 11, 2022
5
Everyone that I have come in contact with at Dr. Receveur's office has been very...
Read More

Everyone that I have come in contact with at Dr. Receveur's office has been very kind, professional and very knowledgeable. From Jean, Denise, reception and Dr. Receveur himself. They also keep in great communication, which helps out a lot and is highly appreciated. I highly recommend and look forward to my next visit. Thanks!

J. D. (Verified Patient) | Oct 06, 2022
5

M. S. (Verified Patient) | Oct 04, 2022
5
Great experience, Dr Receiver explained everything I felt very comfortable with him and confident in...
Read More

Great experience, Dr Receiver explained everything I felt very comfortable with him and confident in what he would would be able to do for me

J. O. (Verified Patient) | Sep 24, 2022
5
I recently had implants put in by Dr. Receveur. I was scheduled to have sedation...
Read More

I recently had implants put in by Dr. Receveur. I was scheduled to have sedation that morning, but wasn't able to due to my sugar issues from diabetes. He assured me he would keep me comfortable so I agreed to go ahead with the procedure. He did just that, he kept me comfortable as promised and I didn't feel a thing. During the procedure he also talked to me the whole time explaining what he was doing, which also helped ease my anxiety. The entire staff there are so nice and informative, they can answer any questions you may have. All I can say is to anyone that is hesitant to have this procedure done, I honestly wish I would have had this done a long time ago! Dr. Receveur and his staff are AMAZING, and I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat!

A. S. (Verified Patient) | Sep 23, 2022
5
Best dental practice you can get.

Best dental practice you can get.

Read Our Patient Testimonials
Rate Us
Call Today to Make an Appointment 888-469-3982 Request an Appointment
819 Mt. Tabor Road, New Albany, IN 47150
  • Mon: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: Closed
888-469-3982 Request an Appointment

Locations

819 Mt. Tabor Road, New Albany, IN 47150

Office Hours

  • Monday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Latest Blog Articles

An All-On-4 Bridge Can Fix Your Smile

You don’t need us to tell you that your missing teeth are a problem. You already know that it has changed your daily ...

Read More
Feel Better When You Have Dental Implants

Brenda will tell you that she was embarrassed by her smile for years. That was before she visited Dr. Ron Receveur in ...

Read More
888-469-3982 Request an Appointment

Locations

819 Mt. Tabor Road, New Albany, IN 47150

Office Hours

  • Monday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Latest Blog Articles

An All-On-4 Bridge Can Fix Your Smile

You don’t need us to tell you that your missing teeth are a problem. You already know that it has changed your daily ...

Read More
Feel Better When You Have Dental Implants

Brenda will tell you that she was embarrassed by her smile for years. That was before she visited Dr. Ron Receveur in ...

Read More
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Solutions We Offer
  • Patient Testimonials
  • Out of Town Guests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog
  • Site Index

© 2023 Dr. Ronald Receveur | All Rights Reserved |Privacy & ADA Accessibility Guide|HIPAA Privacy Policy|Sitemap

*Results May Vary By Individuals