Dental Implants
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
What Are Dental Implants?
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
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Surgical Advances
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. SanGiacomo is able to place single stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them, but do require a minimum of six weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Dr. SanGiacomo performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
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I would not hesitate to go back if I needed any further oral surgery. It took a bit to remove the tooth, but he remained 'calm' so I did also.
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I have had many dentist visits over the years and dental work is not pleasant for the most part. Dr. SanGiacomo is one of the best and the staff is also at the top of the list. I do not live in Cortland and am not familiar with the area, but Dr. was recommended by my dentist and I am very appreciative of that. If I need more work done in the future, I know where to go. Also, the payment was less than the estimate given at time of appointment - always a pleasant surprise. I highly recommend Cortland Oral Surgery Center.
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Overall good experience. I was extremely stressed about it and the staff was very friendly which made me feel better.
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I'm very pleased with the procedure. My only complaint is that the armrests are not sufficiently long enough for proper white knuckling! Although I plan not to be a regular, should I require oral surgery in the future, I'd call you folks first.
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Although I had some nerves before the surgery, I felt very comfortable because I was in such caring hands between the doctor and the nurses in the office. I’m so appreciative of how they treated me.
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Pulling teeth is never a fun thing, but thanks to the friendly and professional staff it turns into something that is easier to deal with. My greatest appreciation to Dr. SanGiacomo and the Practice staff for the great experience. Thank You.
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Quick, relatively painless. Doctor definitely eased the tension. Didn’t push me when I started gagging. Assistants were extremely nice, routinely checking on me to makes sure I was comfortable and ok. Was as pleasant experience as it could be, all things considered.
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Cortland Oral Surgery is a fantastic place of business, very clean and professional. The entire staff is very patient and friendly and completely thorough with paperwork for patients' history, needs, and insurance reimbursements. They tackle any concerns you may have before, during, and after the procedures and always with smiles. Wonderful place to take kids and teenagers for oral care!
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