Plantation Dental Implants
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are a modern solution for replacing lost teeth, designed to mimic the structure and function of natural teeth. A natural tooth consists of two main parts: the crown (the visible part used for chewing) and the root (which anchors the tooth securely into the jawbone). Dental implants replicate this structure with a titanium post serving as the root and a crown as the replacement tooth.
When a tooth is lost, both the root and the crown are gone. To replace it, a dental implant is surgically inserted into the jawbone, where it integrates with the bone over time. After this integration period, a support post (abutment) is placed on the implant, and a new crown is attached to the abutment. In many cases, a temporary replacement tooth can be attached immediately after implant placement. For patients missing all their teeth, various treatment options are available to support replacement teeth.
Advantages of Dental Implants
1. Improved Comfort and Function: Dental implants are designed to feel and function like natural teeth, offering a stable and comfortable fit.
2. Preservation of Jawbone: Unlike other tooth replacement options, implants help preserve the jawbone by stimulating bone growth, which prevents bone loss that typically occurs after tooth loss.
3. Long-lasting Solution: Implants can last a lifetime with proper care, unlike bridges or dentures, which may need to be replaced or adjusted periodically.
4. No Impact on Adjacent Teeth: Implants do not require alteration of adjacent teeth, preserving their natural structure.
5. Aesthetic and Functional Benefits: Implants provide a natural-looking smile and restore normal chewing and speaking functions.
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Surgical Advances in Dental Implants
1. Single-Stage Implants: Dr. Grenier utilizes the latest technology to place single-stage implants, which do not require a second procedure for uncovering. These implants typically require about six weeks of healing before artificial teeth are placed.
2. Immediate Placement: In some cases, implants can be placed at the same time as tooth extraction, reducing the number of procedures needed.
3. Team Approach: Dental implant placement involves collaboration between a periodontist and a restorative dentist. Dr. Grenier performs the implant surgery, extractions, and bone grafting if needed. The restorative dentist fits and makes the permanent prosthesis and any necessary temporary prostheses.
Tooth Replacement Options
You can select from a number of different options to replace your missing teeth – from temporary to long-lasting solutions.
A good candidate is anyone missing one or more teeth, or who is unhappy with their dentures. Age is not a factor. However, smoking, diseases such as diabetes, and radiation therapy to the area, have been shown to lower the success rate of implant placement. X-rays of your jaw will be taken to evaluate whether they will accommodate implants. Detailed x-rays may also be required to determine if other tests or procedures are needed to place implants properly.

Fixed Bridge
A fixed bridge is a connected set of replacement teeth. For support, it is cemented into position on top of the teeth adjacent to the empty space. The protective outer layer of these teeth is usually removed or ground down prior to attaching the bridge.

Flipper
A fragile, temporary and inexpensive solution is a removable plastic tooth with a plastic retainer, often called a “flipper”.

Metal Partial
A less fragile option is a removable partial denture cast in metal and plastic. It is held in place by wire clips. A removable partial denture can be removed and reinserted when required by the patient.

Denture
The most common solution, for people missing all teeth in one or both jaws are complete dentures. Some people adapt well to dentures. Others find them uncomfortable, even intolerable, because of differences in jaw size and shape.

Dental Implants
Dental implants are the most comfortable and permanent solution. They form a strong foundation for teeth and keep the jaw healthy and strong. Implants support individual replacement teeth or secure specialized dentures in place. Unlike bridges, no healthy teeth are damaged. Unlike most bridges, implants can last a lifetime. Implant-supported replacement teeth can be attractive, stable, and comfortable for almost any patient.
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Overview of Implant Placement
The Surgical Procedure
1. The Surgical Procedure: Implant placement takes about 30 to 60 minutes for a single implant and 2 to 3 hours for multiple implants. The procedure involves local anesthesia, and in some cases, intravenous sedation or nitrous oxide.
2. Procedure Steps: The surgeon makes a small incision in the gum, creates space in the bone, and inserts the titanium implant. The implant may be left exposed or covered with gum tissue during the initial healing phase.
3. Healing and Restoration: Healing time varies, with follow-up visits to place the abutment and final crown. In some cases, immediate restoration is possible.
4. Number of Implants: The number of implants required depends on the number of missing teeth and the specific treatment plan. One implant is needed for each missing tooth, with options for multiple implants to support larger prostheses.

1. Normal

2. Tooth Loss

3. Healed Bone

4. Implant Placed

5. Healing

6. Implant Restored
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