What are dental implants? A dental implant may be recommended for an individual who has lost a tooth due to severe decay, a blow to the face, advanced gum disease or another dental issue. A dental implant is made up of a titanium implant post, an abutment and a dental... Read more » Getting dentures for the first time can be a big adjustment. Drs. Carver, Stakias, Mather, and Mather recommend dentures in Kingsport, Tennessee, to restore the beauty and functionality of his patients’ smiles. Keep in mind that dentures take some getting used to. In order to prepare you for this change,... Read more » When a tooth is damaged, dental crowns, or caps, are designed to restore a tooth’s function and appearance. Whether the damage is from injury, accidental trauma or tooth infection, one of our dentists, Dr. J. Kenneth Carver, Dr. James A. Stakias, Dr. Jon A. Mather, or Dr. David A. Mather,... Read more »