Durham Prosthodontics
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01/30/2026
Protect your investment! 🦷✨
To keep your dentures, crowns, and bridges looking and feeling their best:
🚫 Avoid chewing ice or hard candy
🍷 Limit staining foods and drinks like coffee and wine
🛠️ Never use your teeth as tools
😴 Wear a night guard if you grind or clench
🦷 Stay consistent with regular dental visits
Smart daily habits go a long way in preserving your smile for years to come! 😁
Thinking about dental implants? Here’s what you can expect along the way! 🦷⏳
It all begins with a thorough examination and digital imaging to carefully plan your treatment. The implant is then placed into the jawbone — a procedure that typically takes 30–60 minutes for a single implant. If needed, bone grafting may be completed beforehand to ensure a strong foundation.
Next comes the healing phase, which usually takes 2–6 months as the implant naturally fuses with the bone through osseointegration. Once healing is complete, an abutment and custom crown are attached to finish your new, natural-looking tooth.
A little patience goes a long way toward a strong, beautiful, and long-lasting smile! 😁✨
01/19/2026
Modern bone regeneration is powered by biology! 🦴🧬
With Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR), resorbable membranes are used to protect the bone graft and create the ideal space for new bone to form. This controlled environment supports predictable, healthy bone growth.
Healing can be further enhanced with growth factors like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), which help stimulate tissue regeneration and accelerate bone formation.
These advanced techniques can mean faster recovery and greater implant success. Ask us how modern bone regeneration can support your treatment plan! 😊
01/09/2026
If you’re missing teeth in the upper jaw, your sinus may have expanded into the space where bone once existed. A sinus lift adds bone between the sinus and mouth to create the support needed for dental implants. 🦴⬆️
Similarly, ridge augmentation rebuilds thin or worn bone along the jaw ridge, giving implants a strong, stable foundation. Both procedures use bone grafts and advanced techniques to properly prepare your jaw for implant placement.
Our team will carefully evaluate your needs and recommend the best approach to help you move forward with confidence. 😊
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3709 University Drive, Suite D
Durham, NC
27707
Opening Hours
| Monday | 7:30am - 3pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am - 3pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am - 3pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am - 4pm |
