Dental implants may be the right option for you if you are missing a single tooth or several teeth. Because dental implants provide the same look, feel, and function of natural, healthy teeth, many patients even forget they have dental implants. Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement solution that allows you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence!
Dental implants are a versatile solution to your oral health needs. They can replace a single tooth or even an entire arch of teeth. Having a missing tooth or several missing teeth can not only make you feel self-conscious about your smile but can also lead to other oral health complications such as bone loss and dental shifting. You may find your speech is also affected and you are unable to eat the foods you love comfortably. A huge advantage to dental implants is that they allow you to eat the foods you love, speak clearly and without difficulty, and smile naturally. In addition, dental implants can prevent bone loss and dental shifting while preserving your facial aesthetics. They are considered a healthy tooth-replacement option for patients who can undergo outpatient dental procedures.
Our expert oral surgeons are highly trained in placing dental implants from our office in Madera, CA. For more information and to schedule a consultation, contact our office. A member of our staff will be happy to assist you.
How do dental implants work?
A significant advantage of dental implants is that they function just like a natural tooth. The implant, which is a post composed of medical-grade titanium, is surgically placed beneath the gum tissue and into your jaw bone. The dental implant fuses with your natural bone over time, which creates a sturdy foundation for your replacement teeth. The abutment piece affixes to the implant post and supports the custom-designed crown. The results are beautiful, natural, secure, and best of all, permanent.
Why dental implants?
Dental implants offer several advantages over dentures and other tooth replacement options, including
- Allowing you to eat the foods that you love
- Preventing bone loss
- Preserving facial aesthetics
- Preventing dental shifting and bite problems
- Providing a permanent and secure solution
- Beautiful new teeth that look exactly like healthy, natural teeth
- Preventing the need for drilling on healthy adjacent teeth
To learn more about dental implants, schedule a consultation with one of our oral surgeons in Clovis, CA. Our oral surgeons will determine the right treatment option that suits your specific needs and goals.
The Dental Implant Procedure
Based on your individual needs and circumstances, the dental implant process can vary. However, it usually requires two or three office visits: one consultation appointment, one surgery appointment, and a couple of follow-up appointments. If you need bone grafting, tooth extractions, or want immediate implants, you may have more or fewer appointments.
At your consultation, your oral surgeon will evaluate your condition and examine your medical and dental history before determining your treatment plan. Scans will be taken at this time to review your specific facial anatomy and develop your custom treatment plan. These scans can also assist in the creation of custom 3D surgical guides. If you have any questions about your dental implant procedure, your consultation is a perfect time to ask. Your oral surgeon will address all of your questions and will help you to feel comfortable and informed about your upcoming procedure.
Your next appointment will be the day of the surgery, which is when you will receive your dental implants. After administering the agreed-upon anesthesia, your oral surgeon will place the dental implant post into the bone. Next, the surgeon closes the surgical site, and you will need to rest until your anesthesia wears off. Your particular procedure and how many dental implants you receive will largely determine the duration of the surgery.
The healing period is the first few weeks after surgery and can even span several weeks if you’ve undergone a more extensive procedure. You may need to follow a soft food diet to limit your chewing function, but most patients find they can resume their normal routines within a week or two. Your dentist may make a set of temporary teeth for you to wear so that you won’t have to go without teeth during this time. Once your surgical sites have healed, your restorative dentist will place the new crown, which is custom-designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Dental Implants Madera, CA
If you are thinking about dental implants and want to know your options, Fresno Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Dental Implant Center can help. Contact our office in Madera, CA, and a member of our staff will be happy to schedule a consultation for you. Our oral surgeons will evaluate your condition and find the treatment plan that works for you.