Bio
- Dr. Benjamin S Fiss DDS
Specialties:
- Dentist
Location:
- city, IL
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What is obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the airway completely collapses, blocking airflow into the lungs. The harder one tries to breathe, the tighter the airway seals. This airway obstruction persists...
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What are the effects of sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea can cause:• Chronic sleepiness• Strokes• Heart attacks• Heartburn• Morning headaches• Depression• High blood pressure• Impotence
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What is the procedure for getting dental implants?
There is a surgical and restorative phase to implant placement. The first phase begins when the implant is placed into the bone. The implant remains covered for three to six months. During this tim...
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How does VELscope help dentists diagnose oral cancer?
This new and exciting technology utilizes a narrow band of safe, high-energy blue light and specialized filtering technology to help thoroughly evaluate the oral tissue for abnormal areas of concer...
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Who gets oral cancer?
At one time oral cancer was predominantly seen among smokers, however, increasingly, oral cancer is being seen in patients of all ages. Although smoking is still a leading factor, many other criter...
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What is a Halimeter?
The Halimeter measures levels of volatile sulfur compounds, the agents primarily responsible for halitosis, and periodontal disease.
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How long do dental crowns last?
Crowns last an average of ten to 15 years. The degree of home care and maintenance by the patient will impact the life span of the crown.
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What is a dental crown?
A crown is a full coverage restoration that is placed on a tooth to restore cosmetics and function. It is needed when severe breakdown due to fracture or decay in excess of two-thirds of the tooth ...
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How old is tooth replacement therapy?
Man has been searching for ways to replace missing teeth for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians used tooth shaped shells and ivory to replace teeth. The Etruscans, living in what is now modern I...
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What types of dental implants are available?
Dental implants come in a variety of shapes, sizes and coatings. The two most popular coatings used are hydroxylapatite (HA) and titanium plasma sprayed (TPS). The concept of the coating is to prov...
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What are subperiosteal implants?
A subperiosteal implant is placed onto the bone rather than into the bone, similar to a saddle. This type of implant is used most often to cover a large surface area, such as a completely edentulou...
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What are endosteal implants?
Endosteal implants are placed directly into the jaw bone. The bone area must be sufficient to support the implants in height, width, and length. Endosteal implants can be either blade or root form....
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What are the disadvantages of dental implants?
A dental implant requires a greater financial investment than a removable bridge or conventional denture. On the other hand, an implant can offer advantages in terms of comfort and appearance-benef...
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What are the benefits of dental implants?
Dental implants can support replacement teeth much the same way as tooth roots support natural teeth. Dental implants provide an alternative to a denture that wobbles, clicks or causes pain. Dental...
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Are dental implants right for me?
If you are missing one or more teeth and would like to restore your ability to smile, speak and eat with comfort and confidence, then dental implants may be right for you. Perhaps your denture...
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