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Reasons to Consider Dental Implants
When both the tooth and root are damaged, the best permanent replacement is a dental implant in conjunction with a ceramic crown. This solution both looks and functions just like a natural tooth.
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The dentists and staff here are kind, accommodating, professional, and expert. Very good experience overall, and I enthusiastically recommend them all.
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You've lost a tooth, or perhaps several. Chewing is difficult and smiling, well it's too embarrassing. There is no question that the quality of your life has changed. Dental implants are the solution to renewing your smile, your chewing ability and quite frankly your quality of life.
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a small titanium screw that serves as the replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. Dental implants can be placed in either the upper or lower jaws. Due to the biocompatible properties of titanium, a dental implant fuses with the bone and becomes a good anchor for the replacement tooth. Dental implants can be used in solutions for replacing single or multiple missing teeth.
Many people who consider implants have removable, conventional dentures for lower and upper jaws, or have removable bridges. These people experience a significant improvement in their ability to chew food comfortably after their dental implant treatment.
The Dental Implant Procedure
The implant team usually includes either a periodontist or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who implants the posts into the patient’s mouth, and a prosthodontist or general dentist who designs and fits the replacement teeth or permanent bridge. Ghazwan Ghazi, DMD, MS will implant, design and fit the replacement teeth or do restorative work on faulty crowns all in one office.
At the first appointment, we use an X-ray to determine if the jaw bone is adequate to hold the titanium posts. Models of the mouth are often made using a soft, pliable plastic compound. These models show where the gaps are located and provide measurements for a replacement tooth or a bridge. Treatment with dental implants is complicated and takes meticulous planning for best results. Today, the implants being placed often only require one surgical procedure using a local anesthetic and sedative.
Is Old Age a Problem?
Occasionally, older patients express concern that their age may prevent them from enjoying the benefits of dental implants. However, health is more of a determining factor than age. If you’re healthy enough to have a tooth extracted, you’re probably healthy enough to receive dental implants. Certain chronic diseases may contraindicate dental implant treatment. The dentist will determine if you are a candidate for dental implants after a careful evaluation of your dental and health history.
How Will Dental Implants Affect My Life?
Dental implant-supported replacement teeth look, feel and function like natural teeth. This means that you can eat and drink whatever you choose. But most importantly, dental implants improve quality of life in a very concrete way. People who have felt embarrassed and worried because of their tooth problems are often overwhelmed by what new permanent teeth can do for their self-esteem.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment with our office if you are considering dental implants.
We are based in Hyannis, MA
Winter Street Dental Group
188 Winter Street
Hyannis, MA 02601 (508) 470-4372
Very nice doctors and stuff! Love the drs, they are very gentil and polite!
—Itz SugarCoffee
Via
The dentists and staff here are kind, accommodating, professional, and expert. Very good experience overall, and I enthusiastically recommend them all.
—David P.
Via
I’ve always been one to avoid the dentist, especially after a few that ended terribly.. but here they are SO good and make you feel completely comfortable. I look forward to my visits now and have trust in my dentist! Absolutely recommend if you’re looking!
—Heather O.
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Friendly staff, clean and comfortable waiting area. Every procedure is explained to you.
—Jeanette N.
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Very pleasant staff. No waiting. Efficient.
—Trish G.
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Friendly, meticulous, patient, painless, true craftsmanship. Hard to believe my new crown feels better than my original tooth! Thanks!