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How long do dental implants last?

How long do dental implants last?

The average dental implant can last a lifetime if taken care of properly. In fact, studies have shown that the success rate of implants after ten years is about 90%! Of course, Drs. Beninato, Larson, Bost, Butler, and Ebke and our team know that the better you care...
It’s a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!

It’s a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on which everyone would celebrate the New Year. At midnight people would yell, holler, and blow horns to scare...
How do I know if I need a root canal?

How do I know if I need a root canal?

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the nerve of the tooth may become infected. This type of infection requires a root canal, in...
Dental Infections

Dental Infections

Drs. Beninato, Larson, Bost, Butler, and Ebke and our team at Premier Dental will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by acid-generating microorganisms that deposit...
Getting to Know Kim, RDH

Getting to Know Kim, RDH

Kim has been in dentistry for many years. She began her career in the dental field in 1995 when she graduated from Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, IA as a Certified Dental Assistant. She loved all things dental and in 2001 decided to continue her education...