Surgical Dentistry

Do you ever feel the need to hide your smile or alter your food choices because of missing teeth? Are they the first thing you notice whenever you see a picture of yourself? If so, then you know how much of an everyday burden they can be.

For those looking to say goodbye to the gaps in their smile forever, we can offer the most advanced tooth replacement option available today: dental implants. With dental implants, we can rebuild your smile from the root up and provide you with prosthetics that resemble your natural teeth in every possible way. To learn more about how Cornerstone Dental Arts can give you your complete smile back, simply read on below.

DENTAL IMPLANTS

Because of their many benefits, dental implants have become modern dentistry’s go-to solution for missing teeth. In addition to dramatically improving your ability to speak and chew, implants also help retain bone mass in the jaw for better oral health. If you are considering dental implants, contact Living Life Dentistry in Knoxville, TN. We offer complete implant care to our patients.

EXTRACTIONS

Removing a tooth is usually a last resort, but doing so may be necessary when dealing with severe decay, infection, or a tooth with a poor prognosis. Whatever the reason, make sure you get help from an experienced and caring dentist.

BONE GRAFTING

Bone grafting can help restore the structure, strength, and appearance of your smile in situations where bone loss has occured.

Your jawbone’s main function is to act as a foundation that supports your teeth. But when you lose a tooth the bone is no longer needed for support so it will slowly start to go away- a process known as resorption.

ROOT CANAL THERAPY

A root canal procedure is the only way to eliminate dental infection and avoid the need to extract a tooth. We understand you may be nervous about this procedure, so we make our Knoxville, TN, office a soothing environment and offer anxiety-reduction options to help you relax. With his compassionate care, you can receive the treatment you need in order to protect your teeth and ensure lasting dental health. We use the latest restorative materials, such as IPS e.max®, to craft the dental crowns that complete the procedure.

IMPLANT SUPPORTED DENTURES

Unlike conventional dentures that rest on top of your gums, implant-supported dentures are anchored to your jawbone so they won’t slip. Many of our patients appreciate being able to eat, talk, and smile with confidence again!

GUM GRAFTING

Gum grafting involves carefully placing a small amount of new tissue in an area where little or no gum tissue currently exists — typically recommended to prevent further gum recession or to cover root surfaces of your teeth that have become exposed.

PINHOLE GUM SURGERY

Traditionally, gum recession treatments require soft tissue grafting, sutures, and an extensive recovery period.

Instead of traditional gum grafting, we perform the innovative Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique to address gum recession.