What are Implants?

Dental Implants have been used successfully for many years. The implant itself is a titanium post that is surgically placed in the jaw. A prosthesis (artificial tooth or teeth) is then attached to the post.

What Are Mini Dental Implants?

Mini dental implants are very strong, small, titanium screws that are approximately the size of wooden toothpicks. They can be used to anchor dentures for a more secure fit.

Dr. Braverman will first do an exam or consultation to determine how many mini-implants you will need. Then under mild anesthesia the mini-implants are gently placed. A denture is then created to fit over and "snap" onto the implants, resulting in a tight fitting denture that doesn't "float" around the mouth interfering with speech and trapping food underneath.

Visit the IMTEC site for more information on Mini Dental Implants!

What are the Indications for Dental Implants?

There are two basic indications for Dental Implants:

1. As an artificial root for a single tooth replacement.
2. As anchors for a fixed or removable prosthesis to replace multiple teeth.

What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

With the exception of your natural teeth, nothing looks more natural than an implant. Implants allow the replacement of a single or multiple teeth without relying on any adjacent tooth for strength or support. Implants are generally considered as an alternative to Dentures, Partials, or Bridges. There are many benefits of implants some of which are listed below:

• Dental implants will preserve the bone and gum in the area of the missing tooth, thus preventing the appearance of premature aging.
• You will look and feel younger with natural looking teeth.
• You will have more confidence in social situations and not have to worry about your dentures moving around.
• You will be able to eat better and taste your food better.
• Dental implants never develop decay or require root canals.
• Your overall quality of life is enhanced with replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth.
• Dental implants eliminate the need to involve your natural teeth.
• Dental implants can be used on patients of all ages.
  

How are Dental Implants placed?

1. Radiographs and diagnostic models are taken of the jaw and teeth to determine the bone level, gum tissue and spacing available for the implant.
   
   
2. Under local anesthesia, the implant will be placed into the bone and allowed to heal and integrate with the bone for a period of about six weeks to three months.
   
   
3. Upon integration, an abutment (post) will be placed which will support the artificial tooth. Often, the temporary restoration is placed at the time of surgery.
   
   
4. The permanent restoration will then be completed.

Considering a Dental Implant?

If you are considering a dental implant, Contact Us for an evaluation appointment. Dr. Braverman will perform an evaluation to determine whether you are a good candidate for a dental implant. If you are a good candidate for an implant, Dr. Braverman will provide you with further information to help you decide.

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