Dental Emergencies Dental emergencies in San Antonio almost never happen Monday-Friday! That’s why our team at Alamo Heights Implant Center makes it easy and stress-free for our patients to reach us when they are suffering from a dental emergency, such as a broken tooth, bleeding, tooth loss, broken dentures, or dental implant issues. When you..
What is a “gummy smile?” If you look in the mirror and think that you show too much gums when you smile, then you have what periodontists call a “gummy smile.” If you have a “gummy smile” then there’s good news, and then there’s better news. The good news is that there is absolutely nothing..
Myth: All dental implants are created equal Dental implants have made massive improvements since they were first introduced to periodontists, as a permanent replacement for missing teeth. There are several different types of dental implants. At Alamo Heights Implants Center in San Antonio, TX, Dr. Christopher Walker is experienced in all types dental implants that..
The most common question Dr. Christopher Walker gets is "is a bonegraft necessary?" Hear what his surgical assistant, Sohka, has to say about bonegrafting and dental implants.
Our name may be "Alamo Heights Implant Center" but we provide so much more than just dental implants. Periodontists are specialists of the gums. Dr. Christopher Walker provides a multitude of periodontal services.
For patients who have missing teeth, a periodontist can help you determine if you're a candidate for a dental bridge or if a dental implant is better for you. Dr. Christopher Walker explains the advantages and disadvantages to dental bridge and dental implants here.
Patients have dental anxiety whenever undergoing dental work, especially at the periodontist. Our San Antonio dental implant center has oral and IV sedation to relax our patients and make them comfortable in a calming dental environment.
Understanding dental insurance at our periodontal office is easy. Our team will work with you so that you understand exactly what your dental insurance takes care of at Alamo Heights Implant Center in San Antonio, TX.
Periodontists receive specialized training outside of dental school that allows them to be experts in all things relating to the gums and teeth, which likely lies outside of the skill set of the referring dentist.
Dentures aren't bad, but they do have limitations: causing bone loss, uncomfortable and hard to get used to, lack of confidence eating and talking. Dental implants solve these problems by implanting a titanium screw into the jaw, holding a tooth.