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Sleep apnea is an incredibly common sleep disorder estimated to affect one in every 15 adults in the United States – most of whom don’t even know they have the condition. Even more startling is that heart disease with sleep apnea as a complicating factor is estimated to take the lives of approximately 38,000 Americans […]

Denture materials and technologies have come a long way in the last few decades, and today’s dentures barely resemble the dentures of your grandparents’ generation. At The DentaLink in Ballwin andSt. Louis, Missouri, dentist Dr. Allan Link has been trained in the specialized Columbia Denture technique. This involves taking strategic measurements of how your jaw […]

Dental implants can be a wonderful tooth replacement option for patients who have experienced tooth loss. However, many patients require bone grafting or sinus surgery prior to the placement of implants, the procedure requires several months of healing prior to placing the final tooth restoration, and traditional implants can also be cost-prohibitive for many people. […]

Missing teeth can affect your smile in many ways, altering the way it appears and functions as well as how you speak. In addition, tooth loss negatively impacts your oral health. At the DentaLink in Ballwin and St. Louis, Missouri, we offer many tooth replacement options for our patients who have suffered from tooth loss, […]

Technological advances have dramatically changed dentistry over the last few decades. Among the new technologies available, lasers have been one of the most pivotal tools in changing how we provide safe and effective dental care. At The DentaLink in Ballwin and St. Louis, Missouri, we have equipped our office with the latest dental lasers because […]

The replacement of missing teeth is critical to ensuring the proper function and beauty of the smile. When teeth are missing, many St. Louis, Missouri, patients might be unsure as to which option is best for them. Should they consider a partial denture or pay more for a dental implant?  Dental implants continue to be […]

Sometimes referred to by patients in St. Louis, MO area as “OSA,” obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that can rob patients of a full night’s rest. This condition is caused by a blockage that develops in the airways and contributes to a patient waking up hundreds of times in one night. This cycle […]

Drs. Allan and Andrew Link of The DentaLink are available to assist new and established patients with a wide range of solutions for the smile. This includes helping individuals who are dealing with tooth loss. When a tooth is extracted or lost, it needs to be replaced as soon as possible. Treatment often includes talking […]

Missing teeth are more than just an aesthetic problem. While they can affect self-confidence and personal comfort, they can also lead to more complicated issues with your remaining natural teeth. Your teeth work as a team, relying on one another for support. When a tooth is missing, structural support is lessened, leading other teeth to […]

Do you often daydream about the perfect smile? Are you unhappy with spaced, gapped, and crooked teeth that impact your appearance? Have you been told that you have a crossbite, underbite or overbite that is affecting your smile and its function? Many patients who think of straightening their teeth may avoid talking to their dentist […]