Sometimes, you need a special type of dental care provider specializing in placing and restoring dental implants. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that support one or more false teeth, called crowns. St. Helena Dental Studio aims to help patients achieve healthy, functional, and beautiful smiles by recommending the best dental procedures, including implants. Call our implant dentist today if you are looking for new implants or want to restore existing ones!
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What is the Role of an Implant Dentist?

These dentists are responsible for the diagnosis, treatment planning, surgical placement, and restoration of dental implants. We will consult with the patient to assess their dental health, medical history, and goals for treatment. Based on the patient's needs and goals, our dentist will create a customized treatment plan that includes the number and location of implants, the type of implant, and the restoration option. Then, we will surgically place the dental implants into the jawbone using specialized tools and techniques. Our team will monitor the healing process and provide the patient with instructions for post-operative care. They will also schedule follow-up appointments to ensure the implants are integrated properly. Once the implants have fully integrated with the jawbone, we will create and place a restoration such as a crown, bridge, or denture, on top of the implant.

Types of Treatments You Can Get from Implant Specialists

Some of the treatments provided by an implant dentist include:

  • Dental implant placement
  • Bone grafting
  • Sinus lift
  • All-on-4 implants
  • Implant-supported dentures
  • Implant restoration
  • Maintenance and follow-up care

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.

Call Our Dental Implant Experts for Advise and Treatments

Whether you are missing one tooth or multiple teeth, our implant dentist service can help you regain your confidence and improve your quality of life. We are committed to providing exceptional care and service to our patients. From the initial consultation to the final restoration, we work closely with our patients to ensure they are informed, comfortable, and satisfied with their treatment. Visit St. Helena Dental Studio and clear your doubts or discuss concerns regarding implants.
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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.