Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces a tooth's root with a metal post and then replaces it with an artificial tooth. The whole process usually takes about two to six months. When you visit our dentist at St. Helena Dental Studio, we place the metal post into your jawbone after creating a proper treatment plan. To know the further procedure or when you need to undergo this surgery, give us a call.
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What Does the Surgery for Dental Implant Involve?

Before beginning the surgical procedure, we make a small incision in the gums. Once the post is in place, the gums are stitched up and allowed to heal for several weeks. After the gums have healed, the next step is to place the artificial tooth onto the metal post. This, too, is done through a small incision on your gums. Once the artificial tooth is in place, the incision is again stitched up and allowed to heal. The dental implant surgical process has a success rate of over 95%. However, it should be noted that some risks are associated with any surgery, including infection and bleeding. These risks are typically low and can be easily managed by our surgeon.

Which Dental Condition Require Opting for Implant Surgery?

Dental implant surgery may be necessary for individuals who have lost one or more teeth due to injury, decay, or other oral health issues. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed into the jawbone and then topped with a replacement tooth, bridge, or denture. This procedure is typically recommended when traditional dental treatments, such as fillings, crowns, or bridges, are insufficient to address the problem. This may be the case when:

  • A tooth is missing or needs to be extracted
  • There is significant damage to a tooth that cannot be repaired with a filling or crown
  • The jawbone has deteriorated or becomes too weak to support a traditional dental restoration
  • The patient is experiencing significant discomfort or pain due to dental problems

All-on-4® Versus Dentures

There are several ways in which All-on-4® implants are better than dentures. Patients take care of All-on-4® implants in the same way they care for their natural teeth by brushing each day. The implants also operate in the same way as natural teeth, so the patient does not have to be cautious of what he or she eats. Along with the fact that patients do not have to remove All-on-4® implants when eating or cleaning the teeth, there is also no need for uncomfortable wires or brackets to hold the implants in place. Even more importantly for patients, the dental implants allow anyone to eat what the heart desires. You do not have to worry about hot or cold affecting your dentures. You also can bite down with up to 70 percent more force, which allows you to eat the foods that you love. Finally, All-on-4® implants look exactly like your natural teeth. No one will be able to tell that you are wearing a dental prosthetic. From a dental health perspective, it is important to note that when you have All-on-4® implants, it is going to prevent bone deterioration in the jawbone and ultimately restore your facial features by fighting resorption. The process of resorption involves the implants stimulating the jaw to send a message to the body that the jaw is supporting teeth once again. Resorption will help the jawbone to regain some of the mass that it has lost previously. Many of our patients who visit our office notice a difference in their facial structure as a result.

Contact Our Office for Dental Implant Surgery in St. Helena

As your dentist or oral surgeon, we can help determine if this surgery is the best option for your specific oral health needs. We will conduct a thorough examination and discuss the surgery's benefits, risks, and expected outcomes with you. Fix an appointment with our team for safe surgical treatment for dental implants with a speedy recovery. Call St. Helena Dental Studio right now!
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The Process of Getting All-on-4® at St. Helena Dental Studio

Typically, the surgery takes approximately two hours and 30 minutes per arch. We can install your All-on-4® implants on your upper, lower, or both arches at the same time. While a dentist may make the process look easy, the surgery is a complex procedure that we can complete at an efficient pace. The process of getting All-on-4® implants can be laid out in four steps:
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A detailed examination where we will look at your records, existing conditions, whether you have a denture, what your facial structure needs are, and any other factors that may come into play when placing your implants.
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Typically involves CT scans, which are 3D pictures, of the jawbone. The scans include the positions of the replacement teeth, while also giving us critical information about where the bone sinuses and nerves are located for the implants.
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Involves creating a computer simulation of the implants, which we digitally position into the jawbone at the appropriate location to give you the most support from your replacement teeth. We can adjust the implants as need be and fabricate your new set of teeth for your needs.
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Finally, the most important step is the oral surgery. During surgery, we will provide you with anesthesia and then place the implants directly into your jawbone to secure your new set of teeth in place.