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June 26, 2019

Do you have loose or missing teeth? Have these problem teeth resulted in root resorption? If you have been told that you are suffering from root resorption, dental implants can help. Dr. Ivey of Ivey Oral & Facial Surgery in Aurora is experienced in identifying root resorption, as it can often be mistaken for a cavity....

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May 29, 2019

If you live in the Aurora area and have finally decided to take the leap and get dental implants, Dr. Ivey is just the man for the job. Dental implants are the most popular option and best choice for tooth replacement on the market today. If you have been struggling with the aesthetics of your smile, or if you have loose or missing teeth, Dr. Ivey can restore your pearly whites by placing dental implants....

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May 15, 2019

Each year, Dr. Ivey sees many patients at his Aurora office who are interested in having dental implants placed. Some men and women seek this restorative tooth replacement option because they have loose or missing teeth, or because they want to have a total smile makeover....

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May 1, 2019

Oh, wisdom teeth! Why do you hurt us so? If you are an Aurora resident who has wisdom teeth or once had wisdom teeth, you know what I’m talking about. Wisdom teeth hurt! The pain caused by these teeth can occur for any number of reasons, and can seem to come out of nowhere or cause slow, nagging pain that increases over time. Keep reading......

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April 17, 2019

Almost all Aurora men, women, and teens are affected by wisdom teeth. But why are wisdom teeth something we have to deal with in our early teens and young adult years? Why do they come in if they don’t fit in our mouths? Well, our ancestors used to be thankful for that third set of molars. In years past, oral hygiene wasn’t what it is......

April 3, 2019

Are you an Aurora man or woman who is missing teeth, or needs to have diseased teeth surgically removed? If so, you will likely have them replaced with dental implants. Dental implants are the recommended tooth replacement option on the market today. But what is involved in the dental implant process? Dr. Ivey knows you will have a lot of questions about the procedure, and......

February 7, 2019

If you are an Aurora man or woman who is missing one or more teeth, you know all too well the effect their absence can have – both cosmetically and medically. Not only does a full set of teeth give you confidence and pride but having all of your teeth provides your jawbone with the sufficient stimulation needed to keep your bone healthy and strong.......

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January 10, 2019

Whether you choose to have sedation dentistry to help calm your anxiety and fear of the dental chair, or you’re having a major dental procedure, sedation dentistry comes with some restrictions. Dr. Ivey is most concerned with your overall health, so it is important that you are totally honest with him during your consultation. You should share your complete medical history with him and follow......

Elderly Couple Joyfully Brushing Their Teeth
December 27, 2018

Many Aurora men and women who have been considering dental implants have most likely found themselves considering the All-on-4 dental implant option. This is a great option for people who have very damaged teeth, or who only have a partial set of teeth because it provides these patients with a whole new set of teeth. However, as you can imagine, having a whole new set......