Dental Implants: A permanent solution for teeth that look, feel and function
like your own!
Smiling is an important part in both, our personal and professional lives. Whether it’s
just a casual smile or a loud laugh, we project many emotions to the people around
us when we smile. If we are not confident about our teeth then we might not give the
best impression about ourselves.
Whether the problem is that you have missing spaces
between your teeth, that your dentures are not secured, or that you have difficulty
chewing, dental implants might be the solution for you! If you have lost a tooth or teeth
due to periodontal disease, an injury, tooth decay or a congenital defect, we have
good news for you:
You can smile, speak and eat with comfort and confidence by
getting Dental Implants!
How do Dental Implants work?
A dental implant is a metal post or frame that is positioned into a pre-drilled socket
in your jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they are allowed to anchor and
heal properly, a process that takes anywhere between three to six months, depending
on your case. During this time, the patient will use temporary teeth (a bridge or
dentures). After the gums have healed and matured properly, our dentist in Woodland
Hills will mount replacement teeth into the implants. These implants are natural-looking
teeth replacements that feel just like your own.
Types of Dental Implants:
After carefully studying your oral health and dental history, Dr. Terteryan and his
specialized dental team in Woodland Hills, CA will show you the best implant option
that will suit your needs.
These are the types of dental implants available:
- Endosteal Implant: this is the most common implant procedure in which a screw
is surgically placed into the jawbone and after healing a metal post is connected
to it. Finally, the replacement tooth (or teeth) is attached to the post.
- Subperiosteal Implant: this implant is placed on the top of the jaw with the
metal posts protruding through the gum to hold the replacement teeth. This
procedure is done on patients who have minimal bone height.
Advantages of Dental Implants over dentures and bridges:
Long-term studies have shown a higher success rate for dental implants over dentures
and bridges. These are the reasons why:
- Better aesthetics: since dental implants “fuse” into your jawbone, you will not
experience bone loss or gum recession that sometimes results from wearing
dentures or bridges. No one will notice you have a replacement tooth!
- Bone growth stimulation: dental implants are placed on the tooth root so they
stimulate bone growth and production. On the other hand, patients wearing
dentures have continuous bone loss which can make you look older as the area
around the mouth can sag.
- No tooth loss: using dental bridges requires the removal of adjacent healthy
tooth structures in order to support the implant. However, replacing missing
teeth with dental implants does not sacrifice the quality of your natural,
neighboring teeth.
- Improves Confidence: because dental implants look, feel and work the same
way as your natural teeth would, they give you the freedom to smile, speak and
eat to the fullest. Say good-bye to worries about loose dentures falling out or
wobbling.
- High reliability: because long-term studies have shown dental implants to be
highly predictable, their success rate is the highest amongst all options for tooth
replacement.
Are you a suitable candidate for dental implants?
Most patients older than 16 can get dental implants. A suitable patient has to have
sufficient bone tissue and healthy gums in order to support the implant. It is important
that the patient commits to meticulous oral hygiene and to regular dental visits to keep
these structures healthy.
Remember that dental implants work just like natural teeth and
require the same care.
How long do Dental Implants last?
With the proper oral care, implants could last up to a lifetime! This is a lifetime
investment with high end results.
Missing a tooth (or teeth) can dramatically change a person’s life and self esteem. At
Couture Smiles Dental Group located in Woodland Hills an experienced dentist will
work closely with you to develop the best treatment plan so that you can have a healthy
and beautiful smile!
To learn more about dental implants, SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT with our dentist in
Woodland Hills!!
