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 came to this office for a tooth extraction and placement of both a bone graft and membrane. The procedure went much quicker than I'd expected and was completely painless; I have not had any issues with pain/inflammation/infection after the procedure. Dr. SanGiacomo and the rest of the staff were very helpful and friendly during my visit.
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I had my top 2 wisdom teeth removed as well as peices of tooth from failed root canals. The nurse was very nice and answered all the questions I had. The doctor has a great sense of humor! I would highly recommend their services.
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Unfortunately, ever since an auto accident in 1983, I've lost most of my teeth. So I've had many different oral surgeons extract teethover the years. Dr. SanGiacomo is the best of them all.
- Willuam P
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Everything about the procedure was thoroughly explained, and although the entire in-office time wasn't extensive, there was no sense that people were rushing to get on to the next patient. I was given detailed after-care instruction that included an outline of potential problems and what to look for. The entire staff was friendly and professional, and made me feel welcome instead of just another transaction.
- Guy U
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This was for my daughter,s g e was very satisfied with how easy her procedure was and how caring the was as well.
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Very pleased with the staff and Doctor's friendly and caring nature. I was ensured and comforted through out my procedure, as I was nervous. I heard that Dr. SanGiacomo was the best, it was absolutley true. I needed an infected tooth extracted, my appointment was with in a week from the time I had seen my dentist.
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