Once the gum tissue heals, your dentist will fasten an abutment to the implant. An abutment connects the replacement tooth to ...

Experts warn that implants, for a single tooth or an entire mouth, expose patients to costs and surgery complications.

In October, Michael Markiewicz, DDS, MD, MPH, professor and Feagans Endowed Chair of the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, ...

it may cover oral surgery for medical conditions. Some Medicare Part C (Medicare Advantage) plans also offer dental coverage. Oral surgery is sometimes required as part of the treatment plan for a ...