A dental implant is a synthetic metallic root substitute that is surgically placed in the jaw bone. Its application varies from patient to patient. It may be used to replace a single missing tooth, several missing teeth or to provide added retention and stability to dental appliances like partial and complete dentures.

Benefits of Dental Implants :

Feel: Because the dental implant integrates with the jaw bone, the replacement of teeth and/or prosthesis with implants feels more like natural teeth.

Support and Stability: Implants give excellent retention and stability to partial or complete dentures and thus eliminate the need for denture adhesives. In most upper denture cases the palate portion of the denture could be eliminated so one can feel, speak and eat naturally.

Nutrition: Because chewing capacity with complete dentures is less than 10% than that of natural teeth and even lower in poorly fitting dentures as a result of poor jaw bone support; implant supported dentures can greatly improve your chewing.

Self-esteem: Implant supported crowns, bridges, partial and complete dentures look and feel so much like natural teeth, that it will improve the self-esteem and confidence of the patient.

Unlike many dentists in the community, Dr. Rajiv Patel is skilled in both the surgical placement of the dental implants and the restoration of teeth with crowns, bridges, partial dentures and complete dentures. This is a significant advantage for the patient who requires not only a restoration of the natural function but also an aesthetically pleasing smile.

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Modern techniques have made it possible for nearly everyone who is missing teeth to qualify as a candidate for implant treatment. The determining factors are a sufficient amount of quality bone, good oral hygiene, and generally good health.

For patients who have already lost significant amounts of bone, simple and predictable techniques are now available to accomplish bone regeneration prior to implant placement.

Prior to implant placement, the remaining teeth and gums need to be healthy. Conscientious oral hygiene and regular check-ups with your dentist are also important for long-term success.

Dental Implant Treatment

The process of replacing missing teeth with dental implants requires a lengthy treatment. A typical case will undergo several phases:

Phase One: The patient’s desires are discussed in detail, and a comprehensive evaluation of the present condition of patient’s mouth, gums, teeth, and jaw bones, is evaluated. At this time, impressions of teeth or jaw bones are taken for diagnostic models.

Phase Two: The implants are surgically placed into the jaw bone. Bone and soft tissue manipulation surgeries may be performed as needed before actual surgical placement of implants. Implants are left to heal and integrate with the bone for the period of 4-6 months.

Phase Three: The patient’s mouth will under go restorative and prosthetic reconstruction. It may involve a period of temporary restorations while permanent restorations are being fabricated. Final restorations or prosthetic devices like dentures are then either cemented or screwed into place.

Phase Four: The maintenance of the implants is required of the patient. Very good Oral hygiene habits are most important in order to maintain healthy and functional implants for the longest time possible. Dental hygiene appointments at 3-4 months intervals are highly recommended.


What are Mini Implants ?

Imagine visiting us in the morning, having Mini Dental Implants placed in less than 2 hours, then leaving the dental office to enjoy your favorite lunch. Eat comfortably, laugh and talk with confidence - all for an affordable price. We can replace one or more missing teeth or use this technology to stabilize your denture. There is no cutting of the gums and no stitches to remove. Sounds too good to be true, but with Mini Dental Implant Technology it is true!


How much does an implants treatment cost ?

Since the individual needs of each patient are different, it is necessary to formulate a treatment plan before the actual cost of treatment can be determined. Many factors are involved in this process, including the number of implants needed, the type of replacement teeth desired, and possible surgical procedures necessary to enhance the final esthetic and functional results. Once the treatment plan has been developed, a fee estimate is determined taking these factors into consideration.

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