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Dental Implants in Roseville, CA
Transform your smile and restore your ability to talk, chew and live with confidence with dental implants from Fountains Dental Excellence.
About Dental Implants
If you are experiencing tooth loss or severe decay, dental implants could be the right solution. Dental implants can be beneficial for people who want a tooth replacement option that closely imitates natural teeth and offer a long-term, durable tooth replacement solution. Patients can enjoy a more comfortable and functional bite after losing teeth with dental implants. Implants act as artificial roots to anchor permanent teeth replacements. If you are missing one or more teeth or need to have one extracted, dental replacements can be a great option to restore your smile.
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Dental implants are available at Fountains Dental Excellence in Roseville and the surrounding area. You can restore your smile and once again enjoy the proper function of your mouth. Call our office today at (916) 780-3000 to schedule an appointment and learn more.
The Dental Implant Process
Dental implants act as artificial tooth roots to support new replacement teeth. During the procedure, an incision is made in the patient's gum to expose the bone where the implant will be placed. We will then insert the implant and suture the gum around the implant post. In some cases, a temporary denture is used instead of replacement teeth.
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Following the surgery, the bone needs to heal around the dental implant. This process can take several weeks or months. Once it is sufficiently strong, a dentist can fit the permanent replacement teeth. According to the Mayo Clinic, some extra steps may be necessary. For patients with weak jawbones, a bone graft may be needed to ensure sufficient strength. After the bone has healed, an abutment connects a crown or dentures to the dental implant.
How to Know if Dental Implants Are Right For You
Dental implants from our Roseville dental office may be the right solution for any person looking for a single or multiple tooth replacement solution. Severely damaged or missing teeth are a serious health concern and proper restoration or replacement should be addressed immediately. An empty tooth socket exposes the surrounding teeth to harmful bacteria, possibly causing decay and leading to more serious conditions.
For patients with dental bridges or dentures, which can cause irritation, broken skin and infection, dental implants may be the right solution to improve your oral health as well as provide ease of maintenance and oral hygiene. Once healed, dental implants look and function like natural teeth, cover the empty socket and allow patients to clean their teeth and gums easily. To learn if dental implants are right for you, please schedule a consultation with our dentists in Roseville at Fountains Dental Excellence.
Who is a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
To determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants, patients will need to come to our Roseville, CA office for a consultation and examination with the dentist. This consultation will include X-rays, plus an evaluation of the patient's oral health and medical history. We will also take impressions and measurements of their teeth to customize the implants to fit the patient's exact jaw. All these steps allow us to determine candidacy and prep the patient for the procedure.
The Benefits of Dental Implants
An article in the Journal of Dental Research has noted the growing prevalence of dental implants between 1999 and 2016 and projects increasing predominance for the future. Several reasons contribute to the increasing popularity of implants for patients who need to replace teeth. They provide a wide range of benefits, including:
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BONE LOSS REDUCTION
The loss of a tooth usually causes bone loss in the jaw, destabilizing the remaining natural teeth. If left alone, the jawline can shrink over time and lose overall density, causing more issues. Implants stimulate new bone cell growth and help maintain jaw structure stability.​
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NATURAL FEEL
Dental implants feel natural and comfortable in the mouth. They are permanent, so there is no need to worry about them popping out while eating or speaking. Since they function similarly to natural teeth, dental implants exert similar pressure against the jawbone to keep it healthy and functional.
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NO SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
Patients can care for their dental implants similarly to caring for their natural teeth. Brushing and flossing can remain the same, but patients should floss more cautiously when running it against the gumline. Patients can benefit from following a routine similar to caring for natural teeth rather than adapting to a brand-new regimen.
Caring for Dental Implants
Dental implants, including the All-on-4® system, are a clinically proven means of replacing teeth, with one study verifying that they have a survival rate of 99.2% with up to 10 years of follow-up. Additionally, the treatment has over 18 years of proven clinical success. However, all dental implants still require the same care as natural teeth.
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To prevent plaque from building up on the implants and causing gum disease, we encourage our patients to brush at least twice a day for two to three minutes each time. It is essential to clean the gum line as well. It is helpful to use a gum stimulator to remove any food at the base of the gum, since the crown of the implant does not fit as tightly against the gumline as a natural tooth and food can get stuck there.
FULL ARCH DENTAL IMPLANTS
All-on-4® Dental Implants in Roseville, CA
All-on-4 implants are similar to traditional dental implants but require fewer implants and offer a faster recovery time with less pain. As the name suggests, the dentist only needs to place a total of four implants in each jawbone to replace all the teeth of a specific row. Traditional dental implants can require up to eight implants in each jawbone to replace a full set of teeth. Furthermore, the recovery time for traditional dental implants can take up to eight months. Getting the All-on-4 implant can speed up the recovery time and lessen the pain.
The Pros and Cons of All-On-4® Dental Implants
ADVANTAGES OF ALL-ON-4 IMPLANTS
Since the titanium in the All-on-4 implants can fuse with the jawbone, they may last longer than other tooth-replacement options. Other benefits of All-on-4 implants include:
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A replacement option that is sturdier than other removable artificial teeth
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Easier to clean than removable tooth-replacement options
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Only needing to insert four implants into the jaw for an entire row of teeth
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The ability for patients to eat foods they love without too much restriction
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DISADVANTAGES OF ALL-ON-4 IMPLANTS
While highly uncommon, All-on-4 implants may occasionally fail. This happens when the bone grows improperly around the implanted screw. In addition, some patients may experience:
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A difficulty in speech
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Tender gums and difficulty eating during the healing process
Is All-on-4 Right for You?
Virtually anyone who needs a set of completely new teeth can benefit from All-on-4 dental implants. For example, patients who have badly broken down or decayed teeth, congenitally missing teeth, teeth compromised by gum disease, or who have six or more missing teeth on a bridge may want to consider All-on-4 dental implants.
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All-on-4® may be right for patients who have lost all or most of their teeth. It may also be a good choice for patients who need to have all of their teeth removed or those who have experienced bone loss. To know if All-On-4 Dental Implants are right for you, please schedule a consultation with our dentists in Roseville at Fountains Dental Excellence.
Is All-on-4 is a Trusted Method of Replacing All Teeth?
All-on-4 is a clinically proven means of replacing all teeth, with one study verifying that they have a survival rate of 99.2% with up to 10 years of follow-up. Additionally, the treatment has over 18 years of proven clinical success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Up to several months.
With traditional dental implants, the entire process, from initial consultation to the end, can take several months. The dental implant procedure usually takes an hour or less. However, this process can take longer, depending on the location of the site and the number of implants.
Contact the dentist.
If the crown attached to the implant becomes damaged, you should contact your dentist as soon as possible. The dentist can replace the crown and ensure no other damage has occurred.
Yes.
Implants can serve as a base to attach permanent or removable dentures, often called implant-supported dentures. Patients needing full or partial teeth replacements often find implant-anchored bridges more comfortable than other options. Implants can provide patients with additional stability and comfort over traditional dentures.
Not likely.
Implant posts usually consist of a titanium alloy. A 2019 study found that titanium allergies are less common than other metal allergies. If patients have any concerns, they may have allergy testing done before getting implants.
Usually within 24 hours.
Most people can resume normal functioning the next day. Some common side effects include gum and skin bruising, facial and gum swelling, and minor bleeding and pain. Dental professionals also recommend avoiding heavy lifting for 48 hours after the procedure.
Possibly.
The ideal candidate for the All-on-4 implant is someone who has already lost all or most of their teeth. Someone who has dentures may be the right fit for the All-on-4 implant. Other factors to consider can include age, oral health, and the state of the patient's teeth.
It varies.
As mentioned earlier, some people experience speech issues after the All-on-4 procedure. This may be due to teeth that are too high or bulky, inadequate positioning of the anterior teeth, or air going through the prosthesis. We will do everything necessary to minimize these risks.
Not necessarily.
Dental implants are effective and long-lasting for both younger and older patients. Though patients of all ages may choose between dentures and dental implants, dental implants prevent bone loss and gum irritation so the primary factor in determining candidacy is not necessarily age.
Approximately 4 hours per arch.
On average, an All-on-4 surgery takes about four hours per arch. Once the implants are healed, it can take four to five dental appointments to make a final dental bridge.
Approximately 48 hours.
You can begin drinking liquids immediately following the surgery. However, you should try to limit yourself to only cool drinks for the first 48 hours. Only drink hot drinks after all numbness has subsided and any bleeding has stopped. You will need to stick to a liquid diet for the first two weeks following the surgery.
Every 6 months unless otherwise instructed.
You should still see a dentist twice a year for your bi-annual checkups. However, some patients may need to be seen more frequently than others. We can help determine what is best for you.
Schedule a Consultation for Dental Implants in Roseville, CA
Adrian Radu, DDS, and Dan Gustavson, DDS, dentists in Roseville, CA, combine years of experience with a personalized approach to ensure that every patient looking for tooth replacement solutions or full mouth restorations can enjoy smiling, eating and living normally again.
If you are looking for a dentist who specializes in dental implants or All-On-4® Dental Implants in Roseville, CA, request an appointment at Fountains Dental Excellence today.
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