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Dental Implants in Rocklin, CA

We understand the challenges and discomfort that come with missing teeth. Dental implants are an excellent solution for those looking to restore the look, feel, and function of their natural teeth. With our state-of-the-art technology and experienced team of dental professionals, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality dental implant treatments available. Whether you need a single tooth replacement or a full set of teeth, we can help you achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.

Call our Rocklin dental office today at (916) 626-5556 with questions or to schedule an appointment.  We offer competitive pricing plans and work with all major insurance carriers.

Dr. Anas Jebrini, a cosmetic dentist, with patient in Rocklin, CA

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are advanced prosthetic devices designed to replace missing teeth and restore the look, feel, and function of natural teeth. Made of biocompatible materials like titanium, dental implants are surgically placed into the jawbone, where they fuse with the surrounding bone tissue over time. This process creates a stable and long-lasting foundation for artificial teeth, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures. Dental implants offer many benefits by providing a permanent and durable solution for missing teeth, including improved speech, easier eating, and enhanced self-confidence. At our dental practice, our team of experienced professionals is committed to delivering the highest quality dental implant treatments, tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of each patient.

Can Dental Implants Replace Missing Teeth?

Yes, dental implants are a highly effective option for replacing missing teeth. They provide a permanent and durable solution for people who have lost one or more teeth due to injury, decay, or other causes. By surgically placing a titanium post into the jawbone, dental implants mimic the natural tooth root and create a strong and stable foundation for a replacement tooth, such as a crown or bridge. With proper care and maintenance, dental implants can last a lifetime and restore the look, feel, and function of natural teeth.

The Benefits of Dental Implants

Improved oral health: Dental implants help preserve the jawbone, preventing bone loss and preserving adjacent teeth. This promotes long-term oral health and helps prevent issues such as gum disease and further tooth loss.
Natural-looking and functional: Dental implants are designed to look and feel like natural teeth, restoring the ability to chew and speak properly. Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants offer a comfortable and stable fit that is nearly indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Enhanced self-confidence: Dental implants can improve a person’s self-esteem and confidence, as they can restore a beautiful and healthy-looking smile.
Long-lasting: Dental implants are a durable and long-lasting solution for missing teeth, potentially lasting a lifetime with proper care and maintenance.
Convenience: Unlike other tooth replacement options, such as dentures or bridges, dental implants do not require removal for cleaning or maintenance. They can be cared for just like natural teeth, making them a convenient and easy-to-manage option for tooth replacement.

The Dental Implant Process

Once it has been determined that your jaw bone density is sufficient to support dental implants, our highly qualified dental implant specialist in Rocklin will develop a personalized treatment plan for you. The implant process typically involves several visits over a period of several months. Additionally, our team will explain the integration and healing processes in detail.

During the initial phase, X-rays and molds are taken of your jaw and teeth to determine the bone, gum tissue, and spacing available for an implant. After the area is numbed, the implant will be surgically placed into the bone and allowed to heal and integrate itself over a period of up to six months. In some cases, a second surgery may be needed to attach the “post” that will hold the artificial tooth in place. With other implants, the post and anchor are already attached and placed simultaneously.

After a few weeks of healing, our implant specialist will fit the artificial teeth to the post portion of the anchor. This step may require several fittings and can take up to two months to complete. Once the artificial teeth are securely attached to the implant, they will provide excellent stability and comfort for you.

During the healing process, the implant integrates with the jaw bone through a process called osseointegration. Once the implant is stable, we will cap it with a permanent crown. The length of time required to complete the dental implant process will vary depending on bone integrity, any necessary procedures before implant placement, and the number of teeth being replaced. Once your treatment is complete, we will provide detailed care instructions.

How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

Dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution for missing teeth. With proper care and maintenance, dental implants can last a lifetime. In fact, many dental implant patients report that their implants have lasted for decades and show no signs of wear or deterioration. However, it’s important to note that the lifespan of a dental implant can vary based on factors such as a patient’s overall health, oral hygiene practices, and the location of the implant. Regular dental checkups and cleanings, along with a commitment to good oral hygiene, can help extend the life of dental implants and prevent complications.

Are Dental Implants Cost Effective?

While dental implants may have a higher upfront cost compared to other tooth replacement options, they can be more cost-effective in the long run. Dental implants are designed to be a durable and long-lasting solution, potentially lasting a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. In contrast, other tooth replacement options such as dentures or bridges may need to be replaced or adjusted over time, leading to additional costs. Additionally, dental implants can help preserve the jawbone and prevent further tooth loss, which can help prevent additional dental expenses down the line. Finally, dental implants can offer a better quality of life compared to other tooth replacement options, as they provide a comfortable and stable fit that mimics natural teeth. Ultimately, the cost-effectiveness of dental implants depends on the individual patient’s needs and preferences, as well as their budget and insurance coverage.

We Offer Dental Implants in Rocklin!

At Premier Dental & Implant Center, we believe that dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants offer a natural-looking and functional solution that can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance. Our dental practice in Rocklin, CA, specializes in providing personalized and high-quality dental implant treatments that cater to the unique needs and goals of each patient. Our team of experienced dental professionals is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and results that exceed our patients’ expectations.

We understand that dental implant treatment can be a significant investment, and we offer a variety of financing options to help our patients achieve their dental health goals. At Premier Dental & Implant Center, we believe that everyone deserves a healthy and beautiful smile, and we are committed to making that goal a reality for our patients. If you are interested in learning more about dental implants or scheduling a consultation, please contact us today!

USING IMPLANTS TO REPLACE MISSING TOOTH

USING IMPLANTS TO REPLACE MULTIPLE OR ALL TEETH

Dental Implant Facts

If you’ve never been a dental implant patient before, the concept and process can be confusing and foreign as implants are not what most people think of as day-to-day dentistry. However, implants quickly became the gold standard for tooth replacement after being introduced to dentistry in the early 1980s due to how versatile and predictable they are.

Who is a candidate?

May of our patients report they’d been told by other dentists that they are not candidates for dental implants. These days, it’s fairly rare to be a patient who cannot have implants. One limiting factor is loss of bone that will support the implant, but with advances in technology and understanding we can now do bone grafting as a routine aspect of tooth replacement.

  • Dental implants are very strong:

    Dental implants are made of titanium, one of the most bio-compatible materials on the market, which means even if you have a metal allergy you are still likely to be an excellent candidate for implants. The implant is designed to function as the root of a tooth, meaning it is placed entirely in the jawbone, just as your tooth’s natural root is. The top portion of the implant can be a single tooth, a part of a bridge helping to replace multiple teeth, or a component designed to improve a denture or partial denture. If you are among the rare patients who are allergic to titanium, we can discuss zirconia implants as an alternative.

  • No detriment to neighboring teeth:

    Traditionally, if missing a tooth, the dentist would make a bridge. To fabricate a bridge, the neighboring tooth on either side of the space needs to be ground down to allow for a 3-unit bridge (3 crowns fused together that rest on the two teeth).

    If the surrounding teeth did not need crowns then this process removes a major portion of healthy tooth unnecessarily. Bridges set those teeth up for difficulties in the future, such as need for a root canal, development of cavities in hard to fix areas (you can’t floss between the teeth when fused together), and fracture (we’re asking two teeth to do the work of three, and the supporting teeth have been whittled down).

  • Can look and function like natural teeth:

    Individual implants mimic a natural tooth better than any other option in dentistry. And unlike bridges, partials, or dentures, the strength of implant biting is often stronger than a natural tooth.

  • Designed to be a long-term fix:

    Although bridges have been successfully used in dentistry for hundreds of years, they generally shorten the lifespan of the teeth that support them and often need to be replaced multiple times over the years. Over the last three decades implants have changed and improved greatly to be very predictable restorations. Because they are attached to a human body nothing can be guaranteed, but we anticipate implants that are well maintained will last many decades, and hopefully for life.

  • Prevent bone loss and tooth movement:

    Without stimulation, our bone atrophies and shrinks away. When a tooth is removed, the bone that used to support that tooth will resorb over time, creating defects or dents, changes in face shape, and collapse of the cheeks and lips to make the patient appear older than they are.

    When implants are placed, the forces from chewing are transmitted through the restoration into the bone. These forces stimulate the bone so that it maintains density and volume to support the implant, just as the bone surrounding natural teeth does. Also, our teeth prefer to have partners: if a tooth is removed, the opposing tooth will often grow out of the bone because there is no contact. Teeth will also tip or move forward into areas were teeth are missing which can alter and disrupt proper biting.

  • Implants are extremely versatile:

    The most common image of a dental implant is one supporting a single crown, but they can be used in a variety of indications. Implants placed in multiples are able to support bridges to maximize the number of teeth replaced with a smaller number of implants.

    When a patient has lost bone, four or more implants can be placed to support up to a full arch prosthesis that replaces teeth and the bone that used to support them.

    Partial and complete denture patients benefit greatly from implants, as snaps can be placed on top of the implants instead of crowns and bridges. These snaps help the denture fasten in place and provide a major improvement in stability, comfort, chewing forces, and phonetics.

    A set of complete dentures can only provide about 25% of the chewing forces that a mouth of healthy teeth can. By adding in just two implants at the lower canine positions, the patient improves to about 60% of their previous chewing ability. With every additional implant those forces increase, and the dentures can be designed to be smaller and less cumbersome which also improves taste, comfort, and aesthetics.

  • Can be changed or updated:

    The top portion of the implant can be changed or updated throughout the patient’s life. If an implant was first placed to replace a single missing tooth, it can be swapped out to help support a bridge if nearby teeth are later extracted. If many or all of a patient’s teeth end up being removed, the crown or bridge can be changed to a snap to help support a partial or complete denture. This ability to modify an implant helps the patient to continue to benefit from the implant as they age and indications change.

  • How long does it take?

    The answer varies depending on the patient’s individual scenario. We can provide a more qualified answer during the initial consultation. Bone healing takes roughly 3-6 months depending on a number of factors: age, gender, size of tooth, if infection was present, health history, etc.

    From the day an implant is placed to the day a tooth can be attached is usually around 4 months. There are plenty of instances where a tooth or arch full of teeth is attached to implants the very same day the implants are placed. For individual teeth this is more common in the anterior portion of the mouth where the biting forces are weaker and it is safer for the implant. If a tooth needs to be extracted prior to implant placement, that bone often needs to heal for 3-4 months before it is strong enough to support an implant. In these cases, the full timeline in many patients who need a tooth extracted is 8-10 months. Again, this varies greatly depending on the scenario. CT scans, intraoral exams, and bite assessments allow us to develop a timeline specific to each patient during their consultation.

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