IMPLANT RESTORATION
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BEND PROSTHODONTICS offers all of your dental implant needs under one roof. As a Specialty Prosthodontic practice, implants are our specialty. Implant treatment including surgical planning, restoration, maintenance, and repair are all offered at our facility. From single dental implants to denture stabilization to full-arch fixed “All-On-X” bridges we are your dental implant solution. As the only prosthodontic specialty practice, we have the most experience in any type of implant revision or replacement that may be needed involving dental implants.
WHAT ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS?
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A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they also have multiple important parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food), and a root that holds the crown 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. Before replacing the crown, the root must first be replaced with a dental implant.
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Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone attaches to the titanium, a process called 'osseointegration', creating a strong foundation for the future prosthetic crown. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement crown is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases, a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the dental implant immediately or shortly 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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It is important to understand that an implant is not the same as your natural tooth. There are many biological and mechanical differences to an implant tooth compared to a natural one. Dr. Schlam will review the risks and benefits of dental implant therapy as part of your oral rehabilitation and help guide you to the best solution for your mouth.
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We can never get our natural tooth back.
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We say, dental implants are not a replacement for a tooth- but they are the best replacement for No tooth!
SURGICAL ADVANCES
Recent advances in dental implant technology have opened the door for single-stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them but do require a specific healing period 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.
As Prosthodontists, we are experts in making sure that your prosthetic teeth, including dental implants, look and feel just like your natural ones. By carefully fitting and measuring with the help of the newest in imaging technology, we are able to ensure optimal function and aesthetics.
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541-316-8051
drschlam@bendprosthodontics
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