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At Graton Dental Group, we can provide you with information regarding post-op care for dental implants. This is the most durable and natural-looking way to replace your missing teeth, but it requires oral surgery, meaning there is a recovery process that must be taken into consideration. When you visit our Rohnert Park, CA dental office, we can conduct an examination, take X-rays, and let you know what to expect from the implants procedure. This also includes what to expect during your recovery process. For more information, we encourage you to call (707) 622-6748 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Inalou. In the meantime, here is what you should know.
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Prior to getting started, we will conduct an examination to determine if you have cavities or infections in any of your other teeth or if you have gum disease. If so, these things will need to be treated prior to placing implants. It is critical that you start the process in good oral health. This initial exam and X-rays will also determine if you have sufficient bone density to support dental implants. If you do not, you may need a bone grafting procedure prior to getting started.
To learn more about post-op care for dental implants, call (707) 622-6748 and schedule an appointment with our Rohnert Park, CA dental office. We will be happy to answer any questions you have, so you can be confident in your decision to get started.
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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.

Analgesics

Analgesics are any number of painkillers or drugs that help to relieve pain and achieve a state known as analgesia.

Antibiotics

Antibiotics can include a variety of antibacterial medications that treat different forms of bacterial infections.

Bridge

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

Bone Graft

A bone graft is a surgical procedure replacing missing bone to repair bone fractures and other issues.

Bruising

Bruising can occur on the enamel of the teeth from a variety of factors including clenching the teeth, biting nails, grinding teeth at night or an infection.

Chlorohexidine

Chlorhexidine is a common type of prescription mouthwash that dentists use to help patients clean their teeth.

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.

Dissolvable Stitches

Dissolvable (absorbable) stitches will close wounds or surgical openings that professionals make inside the body. These stitches will eventually break down over time without causing harm to the body.

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.

Gingiva

Gingiva is another term that refers to the gum tissue in the mouth that surrounds the teeth.

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.

Local Anesthetic

Local anesthetic is anesthesia that dental professionals apply to one specific spot, such as the upper/lower lip or gums.

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.

Smoking and Implant Failure

Smoking can be a direct result of dental implant failure and one of the many reasons that people need to seek implant restorations.

Swelling

When the gums are infected or inflamed, swelling is likely to occur. It is important to seek professional treatment to remedy swelling gums.

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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