Dental Implants
What Are Dental Implants?
What You Can Do With Dental Implants
Most Popular Use: Single Tooth Replacement
Most patients use dental implants to support a crown, or artificial tooth. Our lab technicians custom-make each crown according to your specifications. Shape, size, and coloration are all adjusted to result in a natural look and feel. You can still replace multiple teeth with this method, but you will need one dental implant per tooth.
Alternative Use: Implant-Support Dentures
Patients missing enough teeth to require dentures may qualify for implant-supported dentures. Instead of supporting a crown, the implant posts will serve as places to affix specially made dentures. You can choose to permanently affix the dentures. Or you can elect for a set that can snap on or off the implants. Both options have distinct advantages.
- Fixed Implant Dentures (Permanently Attached): Maximum stability and a more natural feel/function
Implant-Supported - Dentures (Removable): Easier to clean and repair
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The Process
- Consultation: First, we want to make sure you and dental implants are a good fit. Additionally, Dr. Kalasho will take X-rays to ensure you have a healthy jawbone mass. Based on your discussion, you can decide on implants or a different tooth replacement option.
- Bone Grafting: If your jawbone needs strengthening, you can have a bone grafting procedure. This involves surgically placing grafting material into the gum so the bone can remodel itself. Once enough mass builds, you can have your implants. Most patients may skip this step.
Placing the Implant: Dr. Kalasho will surgically insert the implant post into the gum. As your body heals, the bone will naturally fuse to the post, creating incredibly stable support. - Impressions: We take impressions of your teeth to ensure your replacement tooth looks and feels natural. Our lab uses these impressions to custom-make every dental crown.
- Placing Your Crown: For your last visit, we place the crown (the tooth part) on the implant. We check to ensure it looks right and fits properly. By the end of your appointment, you can go out with a restored smile.
Benefits
- Incredibly long-lasting materials
- Benefits for up to a lifetime
- Maintain jaw bone health
- Enhance your smile’s look
- Boost confidence in your appearance
- Improve ease of speaking and eating
- Natural-looking results
FAQs
Is a dental implant right for me?
Dental implants stand as the longest-lasting option for tooth replacement. However, they might not prove the ideal solution for each patient with missing teeth. Dr. Kalasho meets with each patient individually to assess their situation. Based on your goals, oral health, and needs, she can match you with the right path forward to rebuild your smile.
Some signs that dental implants are right for you include:
- Being prepared for a longer process with a few steps
- Wanting a long-lasting solution
- Missing fewer teeth (unless for implant-supported dentures)
- Having sufficient jaw bone mass
- Having no current gum infections
What are alternative treatments?
- Dental Bridges: Best for replacing several teeth in a row. Requires fewer visits. However, these do not provide the same stability as dental implants.
- Dentures: Best for replacing larger numbers of teeth (or all of them). You can easily remove these for convenient care and cleaning.
How long do dental implants last?
A well-cared-for dental implant can last 25+ years (up to a lifetime). Our partnered lab uses premium materials designed for durability. So, our patients can count on having teeth replacements built to last and resist wear.
However, patients will still need to take care of their teeth at home. The good news is that good dental implant care looks exactly like good oral hygiene for the rest of your mouth. Set the foundation with brushing and flossing, and build on it with routine dental visits every 6 months.
You will still need to replace the “teeth” parts of dental implants, though.
- Dental crowns need replacing every 10 to 15 years on average. Longevity depends on the material and maintenance.
- Fixed implant dentures can last 10 to 15 years as well.
- Implant-supported dentures tend to last 7 to 10 years before needing a replacement
Does insurance cover this treatment?
Do dental implants look and feel natural?
Implants can rebuild a natural-looking, beautiful smile. However, you need a dentist with the appropriate experience to perform the implant procedure. Poorly placed or low-quality implants can ultimately cause issues down the road. When done right, implants should blend in seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Keep in mind that it may feel a little strange for a few days, especially if you’ve had a gap in your smile for years. Implant-supported teeth do not have nerves. So it can take a measure of time to get used to them. Once you do, you’ll likely forget you were ever missing a tooth to begin with.
How much do dental implants cost?
The cost of dental implants in Beverly Hills tends to be between $3,000 and $6,000 per implant. Total costs will depend on factors like:
- Type of replacement (single crown versus dentures)
- Material of the replacement (porcelain, ceramic, etc.)
- Need for preparatory work (e.g., extraction, bone grafting)
- Expertise of your dental implant specialist
Can dental implants fail?
Like any procedure, dental implants do not have a 100% success rate. But we have two pieces of good news:
- The success rate is above a 95% average
- You can take steps to further reduce the risk of implant failure
Most dental implant failures happen due to:
- Smoking (reduce risk by not smoking)
- Infection (reduce risk by following all pre- & post-procedure instructions)
- Medical conditions (reduce risk by being open about your medical history)
- Insufficient bone support (reduce risk by first having a bone graft)
Book Your Appointment
Give your smile the second chance it deserves with dental implants in Beverly Hills at TruGlo Modern Dental. Call our dentist office or use the online form to set up your next visit with a leading dental care provider.
