Qualifications of Dr.Sameer Dogra

Dr.”Sam” believes in offering superior patient care with attention to the patient as an individual. He loves dentistry and always strives to learn more – as one should never be done learning – to improve the care he delivers to his patients. Dr. Sam has been in the dental field for thirteen years, starting with his graduating in India with a Bachelors degree in Dental Surgery ( B.D.S ). He then moved to the US and graduated with his Doctorate in Dental Medicine ( D.M.D ) from Boston University – Goldman School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Sam continues to pursue taking CE courses to further expand his services he offers to his patients . He attends over 50 hours of continuing education courses per year to update his knowledge of dentistry.

Dr. Sam received special training in Sedation Dentistry from Docs-education to help his patients relax during dental procedures. He believes in creating a safe, comfortable environment and pleasant dental experience for his patients. Dr.Sam is Dental board certified dentist to administer Oran and conscious sedation. 

Dr. Sam also specializes in Implant Dentistry and received his membership in Implant dentistry from International Dental Implant Association in Miami FL . Currently, his focus has been on Sedation, Implants, Gum and tooth Aesthetics.

Dr.Sam specializes in Pin Hole Surgical Technique developed by Dr. John Chao in Alhambra California . Pin hole surgery offers treatment of receding gums without Scalpel, Sutures and traditional Grafts. It is safe with no pain and swelling next day. Its a Scalpel free, Suture Free, Graft free treatment option for receding gums. 

He also has extensive experience in Prosthodontics and Oral Surgery and offers a wide variety of dental services to his patients. He enjoys providing patients with beautiful smiles – whether it is with veneers or gum treatments – he takes pride in his work. Dr. Sam believes there is a strong connection between good oral health and good overall health.

Sam's latest CE was on Invisalign . The office offers Botox and Derma Fillers with Dr.AShley Pinette. With growing technology Dr.Sam also offers painless injections with the WAND. 

CTBT ( Cone Beam CT ) for all his patients who undergo Dental Implant placement procedures. The office offers Pelleve wrinkle reduction which is state of the art procedure for Wrinkle reduction along . 

Please call the office at 603 647 2278 for a complimentary consultation . 

The Longevity of your Dental Crowns

After receiving, or when first considering, a prosthetic for cosmetic and restorative purposes, dental patients often ask how long their newly improved smiles can be expected to last. Especially with dental crowns, which are intended to look and act like natural teeth, the question of longevity is important.

Dr. Dogra provides patients with a variety of materials to choose from to help their cosmetic dental crowns look beautiful and remain in-tact for as long as possible. When looking for cosmetic dentistry with dental crowns, consider available options and how they stack up:

Porcelain Fused to Metal (or PFM) - This traditional choice for dental crowns is known for strength, so it stands up to biting, chewing, and even teeth grinding over time. However, the aesthetics of this particular combination of materials can leave something to be desired. While there is a layer of porcelain placed over the metal, the silver substructure lends to a less-than-natural overall appearance. Over time, as gum tissue may recede slightly, these crowns will reveal a tell-tale dark edge where the porcelain layer meets the metal body of your restoration. For patients who require the strength of metal based crowns, more attractive, high noble metals can be used to ensure better aesthetics over time.

All-Porcelain  or Ceramic – Crowns made entirely of porcelain or ceramic are much closer in appearance to your real teeth, as no part of restorative option utilizes metal components. All-porcelain or ceramic crowns can be milled from a solid block of material to provide improved strength, but may not be ideal for those patients who are heavy teeth grinders, as these individuals often place an undue amount of pressure on their teeth.

Lava Crowns – Some of the most natural looking and durable dental crowns available are made from a combination of materials, such as lava crowns, which are mix of several tooth-colored components, such as glass, ceramic, and durable zirconia. With a core of strong zirconia and a layer of natural-looking ceramic, Lava crowns are able to match the color and luminosity of real teeth, while also providing improvements in durability and longevity over standard porcelain. Lava dental crowns are an excellent choice for ensuring that your smile looks beautiful and maintains dental function for as long as possible, especially for damaged teeth in your smile zone.

To help protect restored teeth against teeth grinding, patients can wear mouth guards at night, which help to prolong the life of their restoration.

Ask Us about Cosmetic Dentistry with Lava Dental Crowns

If you have additional questions about how long your dental crowns will last, or which materials are best for your needs and expectations, contact our office to speak with Dr. Dogra today.

Immediate Dental Implants

What are immediate dental Implants ?

Immediate Dental Implants have gained attention in the last few years and are the best option available when the tooth breaks from the gum line. They are also indicated if there is a decayed tooth which is non infected and needs an extraction and another indication is if a patient has a dentition but due to caries or periodontitis all the teeth need removal . The implants are placed with an immediate denture in place. This is also called Per diem Denture or Implant supported denture.  

What is the procedure of an immediate Implant ?

It involves correct diagnosis with treatment planning and involves X-rays/ 3D scan of the tooth and bone around it. Removal of the tooth with preservation of the bone around it is an important factor required for an immediate Implant. 

The tooth is removed and an appropriate sized implant selected it is screwed in place after cleaning the socket ( the hole after the tooth is gone ) .

Usually the implant is buried in the bone for proper healing and sometimes if the tooth is in esthetic zone the crown is placed over the implant if the dentist gets proper torque from the implant when he is screwing it in the Bone. 

Is the immediate implant  procedure painful ?

The dentist will numb the area around the implant  for approximately  8-12 hours and the only medication  needed is Motrin 400mg and Tylenol 500mg together and only once. Implant patients are not subject to dry socket. Patient usually feel no pain after the procedure. 

Does my dentist do the immediate Implant if i need one? 

Dentist need training for this kind of surgery. Many dentists will refer to an Oral Surgeon to do the extraction and the implant. 

Dental arts of Bedford office is unique as they do immediate dental implants in house and Dr. Dogra has successfully done many of them. 

Dr. Dogra has been trained in Dental Implants and is an active member of International Dental Implant Association.
If you have any questions regarding Dental Implants please Contact Dr.Sameer Dogra at 603 647 2278. 

In this picture below patient got a immediate implant from Dr.Sameer Dogra as the patient broke the tooth from the gum line and wanted to fix it ASAP. 

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After 

How Implant-Supported Dentures Benefit your Everyday Life

Implant-supported dentures offer the latest in denture stabilization through permanent implant posts, so you can enjoy treatment that improves your everyday life and minimizes the time you spend on making your prosthetics work for you. Dr. Dogra and his team provide implant dentures as a way to help patients enjoy better dental health, improved overall wellness, and enhanced quality of life.
For patients with tooth loss, implant dentures provide the following benefits:

No More Denture Paste - The goop you use to apply traditional dentures is messy and, while it may work well enough initially, wears down its grip throughout the day. Dentures that affix into implants do not require the application of paste, helping to cut down on mess and time spent on your daily oral hygiene routine.

Strong, Functional Dentures All Day Long - Because your dentures are firmly held in place by implants that are rooted in bone, you can expect that your teeth won’t slip or slide throughout the day. With implants, your dentures will be strong enough so that you can enjoy your favorite meals and won’t slip out to slur your speech.

Improved Comfort - When traditional dentures become loose, they can rub on soft tissue which causes gum irritation and discomfort. This inconvenience can be one of the many reasons why patients choose to forgo wearing their dentures in the first place. However, implant-supported dentures rest on implant posts, not on gums, so there is no painful rubbing or slipping.

As Close as Possible to your Natural Teeth - Dentures held in place with dental implants posts are the next best treatment available to having your own, real teeth. Your dentures will feel like a natural, seamless part of your smile, instead of a bulky, uncomfortable addition. With implant dentures, you can forget that you’re wearing dentures at all and enjoy having a beautiful smile.

Questions about Implant Denture? Contact our Office

If you have questions about replacing natural teeth with implant dentures, or securing your existing dentures with dental implant posts, contact our Bedford implant dentist, Dr. Sameer Dogra, for more information.

The Long-Term Affordability of Dental Implants

As a restoration, dental implants are one of the most cost-smart choices you can make. Dental implants’ affordability in large part is due to their ability to act as independent replacement teeth that nurture better overall health. In this way, implants prevent many secondary healthy issues related to missing teeth, and keep costs for maintain the health of your smile lower over time.

Implants promote affordable maintenance of your oral health by:

Protecting Bone Health – A loss of teeth can, over time, weaken the health of the jaw bone. Natural teeth have roots that, through natural biting and chewing movement, stimulate bone so that it remains healthy. Deteriorating jaw health, however, creates a sunken-in look as bone loses stimulation and becomes thinner. Thinner bone density also weakens the position of existing tooth roots, increasing the likelihood that other teeth may loosen and need to be extracted. The traditional way to treat these issues is through surgical processes to graft donor bone to depleted areas. Dental implants are the only treatment that includes a replacement tooth root to stimulate bone health, preventing the need for additional care and protecting facial aesthetic and remaining teeth.

Preventing Damage to Teeth – Restorations like traditional dentures and standard dental bridges can work well for many, but they can also create collateral damage to teeth that requires attention, repair, restoration, and ultimately additional cost. Bridges utilize caps (or crowns) to attach replacement teeth. In placing a crown, a tooth must first be prepared – a process where much of its natural structure is removed. This process is perfectly applicable for decayed teeth that require restoration, but when placing a crown on a healthy tooth, you open the door to additional complications on compromised tooth structure below the crowns. Removable partial dentures are held in place through a metal framework that hooks over other teeth. Over time, this can damage dental enamel or encourage teeth to shift. Dental implants are the only completely independent teeth replacements that do not damage healthy enamel or soft tissue, requiring additional fees for restorations of eventually damaged teeth.

Negating Larger or Additional Restorations – Of an implants’ three main components – the post, abutment, and top prosthetics – only the prosthetic would require replacement through the course of normal wear and tear. Notwithstanding instances of health issues that prevent the implant post from bonding with jaw phone, your implant and abutment can remain in place for many years and are made to be a natural substitute for lost teeth.

If you have questions about making the cost-conscious decision to pursue dental implants to replace missing teeth, contact our Bedford implant dentist – Dr. Dogra – today for your consultation.

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