Old North Dentures and Implants Blog

Insights on Implant Care, Surgery, and Smile Restoration

We share clear, patient-friendly information about implant dentistry, full-mouth reconstruction, and surgical care in Durham, NC. You can also find guidance on complex treatments, modern digital planning, and what to expect when you are considering care with our team.

Emergency Dentistry

Emergency Tooth Extraction: What Happens During the Visit?

Learn about the emergency tooth extraction process, from examination and numbing to removal and recovery. Know what to expect at…

Dental Implants

How Much Bone Loss Is Too Much for Dental Implants?

Explore dental implant bone loss options, including bone grafts, sinus lifts, and angled implants. Learn how treatment can restore your…

Dental Implants

Are You a Candidate for All-on-4 or All-on-X Implants?

Compare all on 4 vs all on x implants to understand their differences, bone requirements, and treatment options before choosing…

Restorative Dentistry

What to Expect After a Surgical Tooth Extraction (Recovery Timeline)

Learn about surgical tooth extraction recovery, including pain, swelling, eating, socket healing, dry socket signs, and when to contact your…

Dental Implants

Can You Eat Normally with Implant-Supported Dentures?

Learn about eating with implant supported dentures, including foods to eat and avoid, chewing tips, healing stages, and when discomfort…

Emergency Dentistry

Wisdom Tooth Pain: When Is It Time for Removal vs Waiting?

Understand wisdom tooth removal necessity, including pain, infection, impaction, decay, and other signs that may mean extraction is the right…

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What Our Patients Say

5.0 out of 5 based on 13 reviews

I highly recommend Dr. Long! I’ve trusted him with my dental care for years, including implants, crowns, and wisdom teeth procedures, and every experience has been excellent.He is professional, caring, and takes the time to explain everything clearly so you understand your treatment options and feel comfortable throughout the process. He makes complex procedures feel much more manageable. Dr. Long’s commitment to doing things the right way along with his authenticity sets him apart from other dentists.

E Comrey

3 months ago
It’s been great partnering with Dr. Long, and providing his implant restorations. We love working with him because his attention to detail and accuracy is incredible! He uses great materials and always wants what’s best for his patient. You will be in great hands with Dr. Long!

Adam Ahokas

5 months ago
Dr. Robert Long is an exceptional dentist who combines professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for patients. From the first appointment, I was impressed by how thorough and attentive he was in explaining the treatment process and addressing every concern with patience and honesty.What stood out most was the attention to detail and the commitment to making sure I was comfortable throughout the entire visit. Dr. Long is clearly very skilled and knowledgeable, and it gave me a great sense of confidence knowing I was in such capable hands.I truly appreciate the high level of care I received and would highly recommend Dr. Long to anyone looking for a dentist who is both highly competent and compassionate.

B

6 months ago
I’ve had the privilege of working with Dr. Long for over five years, even before he opened his own practice, and I can say without hesitation that he has played a significant role in preserving my trust in truly ethical, patient-centered dentistry.Dr. Long consistently demonstrates a rare combination of professionalism, integrity, and genuine compassion. He takes the time to listen, treats every patient with respect, and approaches his work with a level of honesty that is increasingly hard to find—recommending only what is truly necessary and always prioritizing the patient’s best interest.What stands out most to me is the exceptional quality of his implant work. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to see firsthand the precision, care, and expertise he brings to every case, and the results have been nothing short of outstanding.It is an honor to know and work alongside a clinician of his caliber, and I would recommend him with the highest level of confidence.

Christian Sinondon

8 months ago
Dr. Long is a great person and thorough dentist! Dr. Long always gives his honest professional opinion and care!

Miller Harris

8 months ago
I’ve worked with Dr Long for 4 years I would trust him with all my work!

Sade Jeffers

8 months ago