Dental Implants in Grover Beach, CA
What are they?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that replaces a missing natural tooth in the jaw.
Then, a restoration such as a porcelain crown, dental bridge, or denture can be fitted on top.
Why Implants?
You may choose dental implants if you:
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Hide your smile because you have missing teeth.
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Wear dentures that are uncomfortable.
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Are dissatisfied with your removable partial dentures.
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Want to keep your other teeth intact.
Crown
Abutment
Implant
Cosmetic & Restorative Uses
Replaces a single tooth
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A crown is attached to its own implant.
Replace multiple teeth
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Each missing tooth is replaced by a crown attached to its own implant.
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One or all teeth can be replaced with single implants, if the patient qualifies or is candidate for implants.
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Another option could be using a fixed bridge supported on two or three implants to replace two or more missing teeth.
Replace all teeth - Fixed Option
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A fixed prosthesis is securely attached to two, four or six implants.
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It is a permanent prosthesis and removable only by the dentist.
Replace all teeth - Removable Option
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A removable overdenture is attached to several implants to give stability.
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The denture won't slip or shift in the mouth.
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An overdenture is attached to the implants using a ball in socket system or locators.
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It is a removable prosthesis that patient removes to clean and sleep.
One missing tooth is replaced by a crown attached to its own implant
Each missing tooth is replaced by a crown attached to its own implant
Multiple missing teeth are replaced using a fixed bridge supported on two Implants in this case.
Removable overdenture anchored on Implants to keep the denture in place and provide function and comfort.
Fixed full-arch prosthesis anchored to 4 implants. This is a cost-efficient solution to replace all missing teeth.
A fixed bridge anchored to dental implants is an excellent permanent solution to replace all missing teeth.
Benefits
Look & feel much like natural teeth
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Improve appearance
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Improve speech
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Restore lost chewing ability
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No more dentures that slip or shift in your mouth
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No having to remove a denture or a partial at night
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Give self-esteem back to patients who are missing teeth
Preserve facial structure and jawbone and keeps it healthly
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Prevent the bone loss that will occur when a tooth is lost
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Stimulates the jawbone when you chew
Nearby teeth remain intact
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Contrary to what happens with a fixed bridge, neighboring teeth do not have to be involved in the placement procedure.
Good value
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Implants can last a lifetime with good care.
Before
After placement of crown attached to Implant
The Surgical Procedures
Implant treatment usually involves three basic steps:
Placement of the Implant
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The dentist surgically places the implant within the jawbone.
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It may be possible to place a temporary restoration on the same day.
Healing Process
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The patient's bone starts growing around the implant and hold the implant in place.
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The process time varies, usually 3 to 6 months.
Placement of the Prosthesis
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A custom-made permanent crown, bridge or denture is attached to the implant post.
Xrays showing Implants
Implants look & feel much like natural teeth