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The Story of Dental Implants

Eliminate A Partial Denture CASE # 1

“I always had the feeling that there was a bad odor because I had to clean my bridge.” Marian had been wearing an upper, removable partial denture.
“Implants are wonderful. They feel so natural, I forgot they are there.” Marian's missing teeth were replaced by two implants joined together by a bridge.


Support And Retain An Overdenture CASE # 2

	“There were many times where my gums had sore spots and that just came from wearing them.” Chuck was missing all of his teeth from gum disease.
	“I can’t tell you how much they have improved my professional and personal life.” Chuck had implants placed in his upper and lower jaws to retain and support his replacement teeth.

Replace A Single Tooth “Rediscover the Simple Pleasures of Life!” Thousands of people around the world enjoy the benefits of dental implants.
Eliminate A Partial Denture CASE # 3

“Some of the most embarrasing times that I had was when I had my retainer.” Two of Shelly’s upper front teeth never developed
“They’re just great. I feel like I have my natural teeth.” Shelly’s missing teeth were replaced by two free-standing implants and porcelain crowns.


Retain An Overdenture CASE # 4

	“I've had to wear dentures for 40 years and had all kinds of suffering with them.” Bertha suffered sore gums and social embarrassment from loose-fitting dentures.
	"I wish everyone would have it." "A second chance in life." Bertha had two implants placed in her lower jaw to stabilize and retain her complete overdenture

Dental Implants

The modern method of replacing missing teeth. Research shows that 85% of people who wear full or partial dentures experience some related discomfort and difficulty. Dental implants can eliminate those problems, restore self-confidence and improve the quality of life. From a single missing tooth to an entire set of teeth, dental implants can provide a permanent alternative to problem dentures, and help prevent the premature loss of remaining teeth. Dental implants can last a lifetime and are an excellent investment in oral health

Q: What are dental implants?

A: Dental implants are made of biocompatible materials that become directly attached to your jawbone. In dental terms, this is called “osseointegration.” Once anchored in place, your implants can be used to replace a missing tooth, support an entire set of teeth or retain an overdenture. The result is a natural type of tooth replacement that can restore the biting and chewing ability you once enjoyed, improve your appearance and renew your self-confidence.

Two-Stage
Surgical Procedure

One-Stage
Surgical Procedure

Q: What procedures are used to insert dental implants?

A: Placement of dental implants is a minor surgical procedure performed in one or two office visits. If you have one-stage implants, their metal tops will extend through the gums while your tissues heal, and you will not need a second surgery. If you have two-stage implants, they will be placed under the gums while the bone heals. You will need a second, simple surgery to uncover them and attach a post to support your replacement teeth. Your dentist’s decision to do a one- or two-stage surgical procedure depends on a number of clinical factors, such as the amount of available bone and location of the implants. After the implants are placed, the bone attaches to them and permanently anchors them within your jaw. In the meantime, your dentist may adjust your full denture or partial prosthesis for temporary use.

Restoration

Q: What restorations can dental implants provide?


Replace a Single Tooth with an implant and crown.	Eliminate a Partial Denture with several implants and a bridge.

Retain an Overdenture with several implants.	Support and Retain an Overdenture on a bar attached to several implants.
Ask your dentist today if you are a good candidate for dental implants.

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