DENTURES MADE FROM DEAD PEOPLE'S TEETH! - Backstory on Dentures, Implants, Prices

The story of dentures is not for the faint of heart!

Here's the incredible story of the origins of dentures, the discovery of the dental implant and mini implants (4 on 1)

The pre-Roman Etruscans of Northern Italy made what are considered the first dentures out of human or animal teeth in approximately 1000 BC. George Washington, one of the more famous denture wearers wore one made of hippopotamus ivory implanted in a wooden prosthesis. These first dentures were very uncomfortable and disfigured his face.

The popularity of the use of sugar in the 18th and 19th century created a rise in the number of dentists. And the demand for replacement of the public's rotten teeth. Animal teeth tended to discolor some turning yellow or brown, others blue and would rot over time.

Waterloo teeth were teeth snatched from dead soldiers from the  Napoleonic, Crimean and American Civil Wars. Although these dentures were more comfortable than those worn by George Washington, it’s unsavory origins didn’t sit well with the toothless upper class.

HOW TO FIND THE BEST DENTAL IMPLANT & COSMETIC DENTISTS IN MEXICO By Board Certified Mexico Dentist Association

The Best Dentists in Mexico.. for your cosmetic dental makeover, dental implants or other important dentistry - will always be Board Certified Mexico Dentist Association member dentists.

                          

In Mexico..

..quality is problematic and here’s why. General dentists in Mexico untrained in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, root canals etc. can legally attempt advanced dental procedures by practicing on unsuspecting patients.

This situation is not the result of any conspiracy – just less consumer protection laws. It used to be the same situation in the US many decades ago.  

May God help and protect you if you get one of those nice young Mexican general dentists learning root canals at your expense in a border town discount dental mill. 

But it gets worse - in the smaller Mexican border towns there are many clinics which prey on desperate US patients operated by unlicensed illegal alien dentists from Central America, the USA (oh yes!), dental school drop-outs,  dental technicians and worse – clinics operated by businessmen and US Insurance companies staffed with dental school grads attempting specialist work at minimal wages.

10 IMPORTANT MEXICO DENTAL VACATION TIPS by the Board Certified Mexico Dental Association

Here's some great dental travel tips when planning your trip - follow them and you'll be sure to return with a beautiful new smile.

Reprinted with permission from Dental Tourism News Today 

By David Mandich, Cabo Mexico Health Care Writer

For perfect teeth and a perfect dental vacation, here are some things to keep in mind.

1. Get a good quote for your dentistry in Mexico before getting on that plane or in the car.

Send a copy of your dentist's treatment plan, x-rays or panoramic xray (if available) to the dentist in Mexico. The more information the Mexican dentist has, the more accurate quote he can make.  

Photos of your teeth are almost as good as a clinical analysis. If none of the above are possible - don't worry, x-rays (except panos) are gratis at most Board Certified Mexico Dentist Association member clinics. Panoramic x-rays for dental implants etc. are only $60us in Mexico vs. $150 - 250 in the US.

2. Figure out as best as possible how many dental implants, crowns, bridges etc. you require and detail it all in the clinic's online Contact Form. Be sure to note any health issues the dentist in Mexico should be made aware of.

3. Visit the Board Certified Mexico Dental Association website to find a certified dentist qualified to do the type of procedure(s) you are seeking. Unless you are having a routine cleaning, drilling or filling - you will be assured of the best results from a certified dentist rather than a less-skilled general dentist in Mexico.