Dental Implants
Dental implants are a natural-looking way to restore your smile and your ability to chew. They also serve as a strong foundation for other restorative treatments such as partial bridges and dentures. Additionally, unlike other treatments, they don’t rely on the health of surrounding teeth. The osseointegration process gives your implant the strong base it needs to stand on its own, making this treatment a more accessible option. If you’re interested in dental implants, schedule an appointment at one of our San Diego locations. We’re always available to help you improve your dental health.
Overview
Dental implants are the most natural-looking and reliable way to get your smile back, and they’re an excellent long-term solution for anyone with a missing tooth. Dental implants are essentially metal tooth roots that can be surgically implanted into your jawbone. These metal roots are made of materials like titanium that work well with the body. Shaped much like screws, implants support various dental restorations like crowns, bridges, and dentures. The result is a natural-looking and fully functioning smile, with restorations you can use and care for just like your natural teeth. Thanks to these benefits, dental implants offer a reliable alternative to crowns and removable dentures.
Believe it or not, implants are the closest thing to your natural teeth that modern dentistry has to offer. And we’re proud to provide implant dentistry services at all of our locations in San Diego, CA. For more information, give us a call with any questions or set up an appointment to see if implants are a good fit for you.
Mini Implants
At Dental Express, we also offer mini implants. If you don’t have sufficient bone mass for regular implants or can’t undergo multiple treatments, we may recommend mini implants for you. The treatment is much less invasive, and patients recover faster compared to regular implants.
During treatment, we use local anesthesia and insert a titanium post with a small ball at the end of it. After inserting the post, we’ll attach the restoration. Following the treatment, you may experience some slight discomfort, and we advise avoiding hard, sticky, and chewy foods.
Best Candidates for Dental Implants
The best candidates for dental implants are patients with the jawbone and gum health to support an implant. It’s crucial to stay on top of your at-home dental care regimen and schedule routine checkups with your dentist to ensure your mouth is ready for treatments like these.
Dental implants can replace a missing tooth or teeth when connected to an implant-supported restoration. If you have a crown, bridge, or denture that you’re unhappy with, implant dentistry might be right for you. Sometimes, restorations can be a hassle. But with a dental implant, you can treat your restoration like your natural teeth, without the trouble of rigorous cleaning or sticky adhesives.
If there’s not enough gum tissue to provide a solid foundation for an implant, we may need to perform a gum or bone graft before your treatment. At Dental Express, we can’t offer you implant dentistry services if you use tobacco, are pregnant, or have another condition you’re being treated for.
What to Expect
To make sure you get the most affordable option, we’ll contact your provider to assess your coverage and put your benefits to work for you. Before and after your implant treatment, one of our treatment planners will meet with you to discuss costs and find the best step forward for your budget. If we can’t find an affordable solution through your insurance, or you’re uninsured, we have many payment methods to choose from, including low-interest medical financing. At Dental Express, your dental health comes first. If you need a treatment, we’ll work together to fit it into your budget comfortably.
Recovery
Before and after your treatment, your dental professional will go over the recovery process with you and show you how to care for your new implant. You may experience swelling, discomfort, slight bruising, or minor bleeding following your procedure, but these symptoms are normal.
If you experience any unusual symptoms or discomfort, don’t hesitate to give us a call. To help with recovery and manage pain, we may prescribe pain medication or antibiotics. After your implant-supported restoration is in place, good dental habits at home are crucial to keeping your smile healthy. Make sure to brush and floss daily, and don’t miss your regular exams and cleanings. When you come see us, we can examine your implants and make any necessary adjustments or replacements.
Insurance Coverage
To make sure you get the most affordable option, we’ll contact your provider to assess your coverage and put your benefits to work for you. Before and after your implant treatment, one of our treatment planners will meet with you to discuss costs and find the best step forward for your budget. If we can’t find an affordable solution through your insurance, or you’re uninsured, we have many payment methods to choose from, including low-interest medical financing. At Dental Express, your dental health comes first. If you need a treatment, we’ll work together to fit it into your budget comfortably.
