what types of prostheses are available?
Prosthetic options are numerous and range from implant retained dentures which are removable and ‘click’ into place to fixed prosthesis which cannot be removed and can replace a single tooth or a full arch.
what are dental implants?
Dental implants act similar to a tooth root. They are housed within the bone and allow the attachment of different prosthesis, depending on the clinical situation. They are composed of a titanium alloy.
why dental implants?
Dental implants are an excellent alternative to natural teeth. They have very high success rates, great longevity and are among the most predictable dental products available.
Most patients are candidates for dental implants but of course there is wide range of treatment options and variety of different people with unique clinical situations. Every person is screened carefully in order to establish an ideal treatment plan that is best suited for their particular needs.
am I a candidate for dental implants?
Dental Implants have been shown to have excellent success rates and longevity and have outperformed traditional bridges in these parameters. In regards to dentures, implants have not so much replaced as they have added to both the comfort and stability of removable prosthesis. They can also allow patients to avoid removable dentures all together and have fixed prosthesis.
why would you select dental implants over more traditional types
of restorations?
There is a wide range of procedures associated with dental implants and the down time depends on the degree of invasiveness of the procedure. However, placing an implant in itself is minimally invasive and patients are usually fine the next day. In fact we often tell patients that the recovery period should be easier with an implant than with a tooth extraction.
what does the surgery involve?
All surgeries are performed by Dr. Yarmand or his associates ,depending on who you see at your consult.
who actually performs the dental implant
placement?
Implants need regular hygiene and maintenance by your dentist/hygienist at least every six months just like your regular dental care. However the responsibility still lies with the patient to maintain proper hygiene at home. With the right combination of proper home care and dental visits, implants can last for many, many years.