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Restore Missing Teeth With Dental Implants in Rohnert Park

 

Dental implants can be an ideal solution to replacing damaged or missing teeth. They can restore not only the functionality of teeth but can provide a great new look as well. Dental implants are a standard cosmetic dental option offered at Graton Dental Group.

People tend to assume that the gap left behind after losing a permanent adult tooth can remain empty. The reality is that an exposed tooth socket faces the risk of infection, can cause teeth to shift out of alignment, and can cause other issues as well. With a dental implant, we can help patients avoid those oral health issues We have the tools and skills necessary to provide patients with a customized dental implant to meet their specific needs.

Dental implants can even help prevent the facial structure from changing, providing the functionality needed to perform the same as before the original tooth was damaged. Supplementing them with a dental crown can also ensure that the dental implant looks perfectly natural along with your other teeth.

If you are looking for dental implants in Rohnert Park, call us to learn more about our procedures today.

Facts from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (aaid.com)

More than 30 million Americans are missing all their teeth in one or both jaws

15 million people in the U.S. have crown and bridge replacements for missing teeth

3 million have implants and that number is growing by 500,000 a year

10% of all U.S. dentists place implants but that is increasing

The success rate of implants has been reported in scientific literature as 98%

Implants performed by U.S. dentists 5,505,720 (2006)

Implants performed by U.S. general dentists 3,103,930 (2006)

The dental implant market in the U.S. is projected to reach $5 billion by 2018

Questions to Ask When Selecting an Implant Dentist

What treatment options do you use to restore missing teeth?

How many implant procedures have you performed?

What’s your success rate?

What’s your education and training in implant treatment?

Which technique* and type of replacement teeth or appliance do you recommend for me, and why?

What steps are involved in the process and where and by whom are they performed?

What should I expect throughout the process in terms of pain, recovery time, eating, etc.?

Will I have teeth throughout the process?

What type of anesthesia do you use?

What are the risks of the treatment option you’re recommending?

What are the benefits?

Can you share before-and-after pictures of other patients you have treated?

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The Process of Installing Implants

If one or more of your teeth fall out, you may qualify for dental implants as a way to permanently replace the missing teeth. In order to find out, schedule an appointment with our Rohnert Park dentist office by calling (707) 622-6748. We will examine your mouth and jawbone to determine if the procedure is right for you. Before we begin the procedure, your gums need to be healthy, and your jawbone needs to be strong. If we identify any cavities or signs of gum disease, we will need to treat it prior to the dental implant procedure.

Once you are cleared for the procedure, the staff at Graton Dental Group will take an impression of your mouth to create a new tooth in a dental lab. Each synthetic tooth will match the size and shape of the surrounding teeth, along with having a perfect color match. This way your smile will appear completely natural once we complete the procedure. Many patients are satisfied with the results since no one can tell the difference between which teeth are real and which ones are synthetic.

Teeth restored with implants will not get cavities. A replacement tooth, or crown, does not decay like a natural tooth. However, you still need to brush, floss and care for it and your surrounding natural teeth in the same manner as natural teeth. Regular professional cleanings and dental checkups are also essential.
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Rohnert Park Dental Implants

The next step in the procedure is to implant a metal post under the gum line. This aspect of the procedure is what sets an implant apart from other forms of cosmetic dentistry. The metal post is secured to the jawbone in order to create a durable, synthetic root system that rivals the strength of natural roots; with one exception that the metal cannot face infection. Over the course of a couple of months, the metal post and jawbone will fuse together. This creates a level of durability that cannot be replicated in other types of procedures.

Afterwards, we will secure the new synthetic tooth to the metal post at the surface of the gums. The new tooth is attached so securely, that patients can eat their favourite foods, maintain an active lifestyle, play sports, and more, without fear of their tooth becoming loose or falling out. Patients can enjoy the benefits of dental implants in Rohnert Park that come from never having to worry about their teeth again.

The team at Graton Dental Group provide dental implants in a way that is comfortable and functional. We take the time to make sure that every aspect of the procedure is completed correctly – the first time.

There is 40 years of data behind dental implants, with success rates of about 98 percent
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Implant FAQ

There is 40 years of data behind dental implants, with success rates of about 98 percent
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Definition of Dental Implant Terminology

Abutment

An abutment is a component that attaches to the dental implant so a professional can place a dental crown to provide patients with an artificial, aesthetically pleasing and fully-functional smile.

Bridge

Multiple replacement teeth that are fixed in place via attachment to dental implants, natural adjacent teeth, or a combination of the two.

Dental Crown

A crown is an artificial tooth, usually consisting of porcelain, which covers the top of the implant to provide people with an aesthetically pleasing and fully-functional tooth.

Dental Implant

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants may be an option for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.

Endosteal (endosseous)

Endosteal is a type of dental implant that a professional places in the alveolar and basal bone of the mandible that transcends only one cortical plate.

Eposteal (subperiosteal)

Eposteal is a type of dental implant that conforms to whichever edentulous surface of an alveolar bone is superior.

Implant-Supported Bridge

An implant-supported bridge is a dental bridge that professionals fix in place with the use of dental implants inserted in the jaw to create a sturdy set of artificial teeth.

Osseointegration

Osseointegration is the process in which a titanium dental implant fuses with the surrounding bone over several months after an oral health professional places the implant in the jaw.

Periodontal

Literally “around the tooth”

Resorption

Resorption is the process in which the body absorbs the calcium from the jaw since there are no tooth roots to cause the necessary stimulation and proceeds to use the calcium in other areas.

Transosteal (transosseous)

Transosteal is a type of dental implant that includes threaded posts which penetrate the superior and inferior cortical bone plates of the jaw.

Helpful Related Links

American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Terms. 2015

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2015

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