Dental Implants FAQs

DENTAL "MPLANTS FAQS AM IA CANDIDATE FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS? The ideal candidate for a dental im- plant has good general and oral health. Because the implant needs the bone in your jaw to support it, you must have healthy gum tissues that are free of periodontal disease. If you are missing one or more teeth due to injury, disease or decay, you may be an ideal candi- date. WILL ANYONE NOTICE THAT I HAVE DENTAL IMPLANTS? No. Dental implants are made to fit your teeth. Their shape, color and size are specialized in order to look com- pletely natural in your mouth. It also feels completely natural in your mouth. The only thing people will notice is how great your smile looks after the proce- dure! IMPLANTS FIT YOUR TEETH PRESCRIBE AFTER SURGERY IS THE PROCEDURE PAINFUL? Aesthesia is used during the procedure, so any discomfort will be eliminated. After the surgery, your dentist may pre- scribe some pain medication for any discomfort. However, most patients feel little discomfort at all when they arrive home. The next day, they are feeling fine and headed back to work. 1 step 2 step 3 step HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? The process takes several steps, and the treatment period varies between patients. Therefore, it may last several months. However, in some cases, implants can be placed and restored immediately. BRUSH AND FLOSS REGULARLY! HOW SUCCESSFUL IS THE PROCEDURE? Dental implants have been a success for more than three decades. Good oral health and hygiene will insure long lasting results from your implants. Be sure to continue to brush and floss reg- ularly!