 What are Implants?
Dental Implants
have been used successfully for many years. The implant itself is a post that
is surgically placed in the jaw. A prosthesis (artificial tooth or teeth)
is then attached to the post. Dental implants involve cooperation between
a periodontist and your restorative dentist. The surgical phase of treatment
is completed at our office, and the restorative phase is completed at your
dentist's office.
What are Dental Implants Used For?
What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
With the exception of your natural teeth, nothing looks more natural than an implant.
One important benefit of implants is that they slow the shrinking of bone
and gum tissue from the area of the missing tooth, thus preventing premature
aging.
- Of Americans between the ages of 18 and 64, approximately 49% are missing at least one tooth.
- Dental implants are the most advanced tooth replacement system ever devised.
- More than nine out
of ten implants last longer than 15 years.
- Dental implants never develop decay.
- Dental implants never require root canals.
- Dental implants preserve the jawbone, which can prevent prevent the appearance of premature aging.
- No one can be disqualified for implant treatment solely because of their age -- some patients receive
implant treatment when they are in their nineties!
How are Dental Implants placed?
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STEP ONE:
The gum is gently folded back and a space is prepared for the implant to be placed. |
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STEP TWO:
The dental implant "anchor" is put into place |
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STEP THREE:
The gum tissue is replaced over the implant and the implant is left alone for
several months so the bone can attach to the implant and create a secure anchor. |
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STEP FOUR:
After the implant has had a chance to attach to the bone tissue, the excess gum
tissue is removed from above the implant. |
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STEP FIVE:
The temporary cap is removed from the anchor and a post is attached to the anchor. |
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STEP SIX:
The implant is now ready for a prosthesis. Your restorative dentist will add the
prosthesis. |
Considering a Dental Implant?
If you are considering a dental implant, Contact Us for an
evaluation appointment.Dr. Boretsky will perform an evaluation to determine whether you are a good candidate for
a dental implant. If you are a good candidate for an implant,Dr. Boretsky will provide you with further information to help you decide.
Single-Tooth Implant
Dental Implants can be
used to replace a single tooth. Quite simply, the implant is placed and a
single tooth prosthesis (an artificial tooth) is attached to the post.
Dr. Boretsky will perform the implant procedure and your restorative dentist will add the
prosthesis.
A single tooth implant
is the most natural looking way to replace a missing tooth.
Replacing Multiple Teeth
Approximately 42% of Americans
over the age of 65 are missing all of their natural teeth.Dental
implants preserve the jawbone, which can prevent premature aging.Dental
implants can provide great stability for a lower denture, thereby enhancing
chewing ability and helping patients avoid embarrassment.In
many cases, dental implants can completely eliminate the need for dentures.
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Replacing
multiple teeth using dental implants |
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