Dental Implants Putnam
Superior Prosthetics That Last
At Unique Dental of Putnam, you do not need to worry about being referred to a local specialist for dental implant placement. Instead, our team has the knowledge, training, and experience so that the entire dental implant process remains in-house. Not only does this allow you to remain with the same professionals you already know and trust, but it also ensures that you receive the kind of results you truly desire – a smile that functions normally and looks beautiful for decades to come. Our team is ready to assist, so call us today to schedule a consultation for dental implants in Putnam.
Why Choose Unique Dental of Putnam for Dental Implants?
- Guided Dental Implant Surgery for Ideal Placement
- Flexible Financing Available for Uninsured Patients
- In-House Dental Implant Placement & Restoration
What Are Dental Implants?
As titanium posts that look like screws but function like tooth roots, integrate with bone tissues, dental implants make it possible to enjoy a longer-lasting smile. The artificial base helps to support customized crowns, bridges, or dentures, allowing for improved eating and speaking while also ensuring a more confident and natural-looking appearance. Their longevity and stability make them a superior form of tooth replacement that millions of Americans already enjoy.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
No two patients are alike, which is why a scheduled consultation must first occur when discussing the potential for dental implants. Although each treatment plan will be different, the same four steps must be followed:
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation – You will meet with Dr. Moaz or Dr. Zakhem for a scheduled consultation to go over the status of your oral and overall health as well as your jawbone density. This will determine whether you need additional treatments (i.e., bone grafting, gum disease treatment, etc.) before moving forward with dental implant surgery.
- Dental Implant Surgery – There is no need to refer patients to an outside specialist when our team can perform in-house, guided dental implant surgery. You will receive local anesthesia before having each implant put into position for maximum support.
- Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment – The custom restoration you receive must have something to connect to, which is why you will receive metal abutments after your implants have properly fused with the bone tissues through a process known as osseointegration.
- Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s) – Your customized dental crown, bridge, or denture will be secured in place so that you can enjoy a full, complete smile once again.
Benefits of Dental Implants
As the premier form of tooth replacement, dental implants offer a unique set of benefits that cannot be matched by any other restorative solution. They include:
- Improved jawbone stimulation
- Greater confidence and a more youthful appearance
- Reduced risk of systemic issues caused by tooth loss
- Improved bite and chewing power
- Easy-to-maintain teeth
Who Dental Implants Can Help
When suffering from tooth loss, many patients assume they are not eligible for dental implants; however, this is not true. While it may be necessary that you undergo preliminary care to address problems existing inside the mouth (i.e., bone resorption, gum disease, tooth decay), our team can position your smile so that it can receive dental implants in the future.
Missing One Tooth
When missing only one tooth, we can replace it using a single dental implant post, metal abutment, and customized dental crown. This not only eliminates the need to alter healthy teeth but also improves your ability to perform normal daily tasks with ease.
Missing Multiple Teeth
A mouth with multiple missing teeth does not need a fixed dental bridge to be complete. Instead, healthy teeth can remain untouched by using two dental implant posts and a customized implant bridge. By inserting the posts into the vacant sockets instead of relying on crowns to fit over healthy teeth, we can create a more stable foundation that supports your new set of teeth.
Missing All of Your Teeth
To minimize the amount of time spent with an entire row of missing teeth, we can position between four and six dental implant posts within the jawbone, allowing for maximum support and optimal confidence. With a customized denture secured on top, you can eat the foods you love, speak clearly, and know that your new smile will remain in place for decades.
Maintaining & Caring for Your Dental Implants
Dental implants can potentially keep your smile looking and feeling strong and healthy for decades. However, it’s important to care for them properly to continue to make the most of the many advantages they provide. Although incredibly durable, they can be damaged, develop infection, or fail. Thankfully, taking a few proper precautions can help you safeguard your newly restored smile for the rest of your life.
Continue reading to learn more about preserving your dental implants, and feel free to contact us if you have additional questions.
Make Oral Hygiene a Priority
You may already be aware that your artificial teeth cannot get cavities like your natural ones do. Unfortunately, it’s still possible to contract gum disease, which can affect them. Your dental implants can fail if germs penetrate your gums and cause an infection.
Preventing this is as simple as brushing and flossing your teeth twice daily. You should also schedule regular checkups with our team every six months so that we can monitor your condition and ensure that your teeth, gums, and restoration are all in good health.
Eat a Healthy Diet
Unlike alternatives like dentures or dental bridges, dental implants are embedded in your jaw and fuse with the bone for added strength and stability. That means they come with fewer dietary restrictions, so it’s easier for you to eat a well-balanced diet.
Instead of indulging in overly hard, sticky, or sugary foods that can damage your restoration, you can opt for wholesome foods that support them. For instance, dairy products are full of calcium to support bone growth, while citrus fruits have lots of vitamin C for healthy gums.
Break Bad Habits
As resilient as they are, dental implants are not entirely invincible. Certain bad habits, like smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco, can cause them to fail even years after their successful placement. Tobacco products contain nicotine, which is bad for your oral well-being. It can stain your teeth, attract bacteria, and constrict your blood flow, so your body cannot deliver essential nutrients to your teeth and gums.
It’s best to leave these habits in the past to keep your prosthetics looking and feeling great.
Protect Your Dental Implants
If you’ve ever participated in team sports, martial arts, or other high-contact physical activities, then you may already be aware that it’s especially important to protect your grin. A single blow to the face can break a tooth or restoration or knock it out altogether. Our team can provide a custom-fitted mouthguard to keep your smile safe.
Those who suffer from bruxism or chronic teeth-grinding might also benefit from a nightguard so the added pressure from clenching doesn’t crack or break anything.
Schedule Regular Dental Checkups
Although consistently brushing and flossing can prevent oral issues, it’s also important to have regular checkups with our team. We have the experience necessary to spot potential problems you might miss on your own, like a cavity in a hard-to-see spot between your teeth or behind your molars. By seeing us regularly, we can quickly identify areas of concern and provide individualized solutions to address them.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
When meeting with our dental team, you can expect there to be various factors that are considered before you are provided with a final cost estimate. We will go over these with you during your appointment as well as discuss how you plan to pay for your new smile. Whether it is filing with your dental insurance company, pursuing flexible financing with a third party, or enrolling in our in-house membership plan, our team will help you make the right decision based on your needs.