Progressive Health Dental : Dr. Michael Ratto, DDS

04/19/2026

Bridge Or Implant: Which Is Best For You?
If you’ve lost a tooth or had to have one extracted, you may need a dental bridge or implant. Your dental professional will help you decide which one’s best for you, but here’s some information that is good to know... https://bit.ly/3QmIFnM

04/13/2026

Here's a Quick Overview of Endosteal Implants:
When you lose an adult tooth, it’s important for your dental health that you get it replaced. If you don’t, you risk teeth shifting, further instability in the mouth, and additional tooth loss. It may also cause damage to the underlying bone. One option for replacing lost teeth is an endosteal implant, which is often referred to as a dental implant.

Learn who would be a good candidate for an endosteal implant, what the implantation procedure is like, and how to take care of an implant once you have it.

An endosteal implant is the most common type of dental implant. The process includes surgically inserting titanium screws into the jawbone.

03/30/2026

Successful Treatments For Periodontal Disease:
If you have recently been told by your dentist that you have periodontitis, you're not alone. Periodontitis is an advanced form of gum disease, or periodontal disease, a condition that affects almost half of Americans over the age of 30, according to a recent study by the CDC. Tooth loss is often an unfortunate outcome of periodontitis when left untreated. But today, with so many successful periodontitis treatment options available for advanced gum disease, losing teeth doesn’t have to happen.

Read on to learn the signs, risk factors, and various options for gum disease treatment: https://bit.ly/4lVGUts

03/16/2026

Dental Implant Procedure: What to Know..
There are several different ways to perform dental implant procedures.
Let's walk through the options here - Learn about the different types of dental implants and what to expect.

There are several different ways to perform dental implant procedures. We’ll walk through the options.

03/07/2026

Full Mouth Dental Implants: 4 Ways They Improve Your Smile!
Your dentist may recommend full mouth dental implants so you don't have to live with the discomfort or embarrassment of missing teeth. Dental implants offer some undeniable benefits over the other options.

Let's take a deeper dive into the advantages of full mouth implants! https://bit.ly/3TIzLAi

02/25/2026

Oral health: A window to your overall health...
Did you know that your oral health offers clues about your overall health? Did you know that problems in the mouth can affect the rest of the body? Protect yourself by learning more about the link between your oral health and overall health.

Learn how the health of your mouth, teeth and gums can affect your general health. https://mayocl.in/2FwLpsC

02/14/2026

❤️Hoping your Valentine's Day is filled with love and sweetness! 💘

01/26/2026

Types of Dental Implants - Explained:
Dental implants are small posts that are attached to your jaw and stand in for the root of a tooth made to look, feel and act like your natural teeth. There are different types of dental implants and procedures - Your doctor will help you choose which may be best for you.

Learn about the many types of dental implants and procedures...

Learn about the many types of dental implants and procedures, including subperiosteal, endosteal, mini implants, immediate load, All-on-4 bone augmentation, and sinus lift.

01/11/2026

Dental Implant Surgery:
Dental implants are artificial teeth that are implanted into the jaw made to look, feel, and act like natural teeth. Not only do dental implants help preserve the look of your smile and confidence, but they also maintain the overall structure of the mouth.
The benefits of dental implants are many - Read on to learn more about the ins and outs of dental implants. https://bit.ly/3TIzLAi

01/01/2026

🎉Wishing you all a wonderful New Year!🎉

12/24/2025

12/20/2025

How Long Do Dental Implants Last, What Impacts the Duration?
Generally speaking, a dental implant is designed to be a permanent fixture in your mouth. In fact, studies have reported a 90 to 95 percent success rate of dental implants over a period of 10 years.
While not common, it is possible for a dental implant to fail in the months or years following its placement. There are several factors that can contribute to this - Learn more here...

In some cases, dental implants may fail due to a variety of factors. Learn about those, as well as signs of implant failure and how that is treated.