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Why Get Dental Implants?
Permanent teeth add comfort, security, confidence, and vitality to your quality of life. Besides the psychological benefits of having natural looking beautiful teeth, a fixed smile eliminates lifelong visits for the relining of removable dentures as the gum and bone tissue perpetually recedes.
Are Dental Implants Safe?
Over sixty-five years of worldwide research has shown that dental implants are safe and that titanium is biologically compatible with the human body. Furthermore, many of the earliest dental implant patients continue to enjoy healthy, stable smiles.
How Do Dental Implants Stay In Place?
Osseointegration is what makes dental implants stay in place. A titanium dental implant fuses to the jaw bone over a period of 3 to 5 months when it placed. Osseointegration is the name for this biological process by which living bone fuses with the titanium dental implant to form an artificial tooth root.
Are Dental Implants Painful?
The prosthodontist performs most implant procedures using local anesthesia. Local or general anesthesia help to ensure that your procedure is pain-free. —–Pi Dental Center offers general anesthesia through the services of an experienced, board certified anesthesia team.
What Are All On 4 Dental Implants?
Dental implant procedures using the All-On-4® treatment concept is a cost-effective option that provides stability and outstanding esthetic results. Four dental implants positioned for maximum stability support a non-removable prosthesis. Implants can be placed using the Teeth In A Day® procedure and computer guided implant protocols. The success rate for prostheses built on four implants in each arch is the same as the success rate for cases requiring more anchorage. All-On-4® allows a patient to choose from a wide variety of approaches to the fabrication of their new smile. The final prosthesis can be made in various grades of laboratory materials from acrylic to porcelain.
What Are Mini Dental Implants?
Mini-implants have been touted as an inexpensive option for tooth replacement. Unfortunately, research has shown that mini-implants do not provide sufficient support for the strong forces of biting and chewing that a dental prosthesis must withstand. The purpose of the dental implant is to take the place of a natural tooth root, the stronger the implant, the more stable and enduring the restoration built upon it will be. Mini-implants cannot do this. Read more about mini implants.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Costs vary depending on the number of implants, the type of prosthesis, bone grafting, anesthesia and whether extractions and other procedures will be performed. The best way to determine cost is to schedule an initial evaluation in our center.
When considering dental implant treatment, it is clearly important to consider value. While dental implants are more costly than other options like removable dentures, the long-term value makes them a great financial investment.
Prosthetic teeth do not decay. Removable dentures require frequent relines and can move.
Damaged teeth are usually painful and removable dentures can be quite uncomfortable. Perfectly fitting dental implant teeth are comfortable and functional
Dental implants contribute to your overall health. A key part of dental implant treatment is removal of diseased teeth. You can eat what you want and your nutrition improves.
At the Pi Dental Center, we rely on evidence-based science and we use only the highest quality materials with proven track records. Our fees are competitive.
Where Is The Cheapest Place To Get Dental Implants?
As with most purchases, you get what you pay for. Many implant advertisements promote a “cheap low-cost deal.” In some cases, these companies show the cost for one part of service and the total fee is much higher than advertised. Some offices use low quality components. Dental implant treatment is specialized and complex. Don’t scrimp on your health!
Are Dental Implants Covered By Health Insurance?
Typically, medical carriers do not provide coverage however dental insurance might. Since no two dental plans are the same, it is best to submit a predetermination prior to scheduling your procedure. Many plans cover part of the implant treatment such as extractions and radiographs and some may reimburse part of the prosthetic fee. It is also important to know what your maximum limit is per calendar year.
Photos of Dental Implants
There are many photos of dental implant patients on our Pi Dental Center website. Click here to view.
How long do dental implants last?
Without a doubt, regular maintenance and care and good general health can ensure healthy dental implants can last a lifetime.
Well maintained dental implants enjoy long-term success. Following your dental implant placement, the patient relations representative will schedule your oral hygiene treatment and home care instruction.
The prosthodontist recommends home care instruction and a oral hygiene regimen to specifically meet your unique requirements. It includes training in correct brushing techniques. Dental implants require just as much care as natural teeth. A consistent schedule of brushing and flossing helps to ensure that your implants and gums stay healthy.
Regular dental office visits ensure that your implants and mouth remain in top condition. We recommend that patients visit their dentist for professional cleanings every 3 to 6 months.
Like natural teeth, periodontal disease can affect the tissues around dental implants. Periodontal disease, if left untreated, can cause bone loss and lead to the loss of dental implants.
In conclusion, if you are missing teeth, definitely consider dental implant treatment. Dental implants improve your health, confidence and self-esteem. If you would like to schedule an evaluation or have additional questions about dental implants please contact us.
Can dry mouth affect the implant
There is no direct correlation between dry mouth and implant failure. However, having dry mouth allows a better oral environment for bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease to thrive in. This is because our natural saliva contains enzymes that help regulate the pH in our mouth which can keep certain types of bacteria under control. If you suffer from dry mouth, make sure you are brushing your teeth multiple times a day and keeping your mouth moist by drinking water or using over the counter saliva enhancers.
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Whatever is the reason for the missing teeth- Injury – Disease – Decay; Anyone with a missing tooth or couple of missing teeth is a possible candidate for implants.