Implant Preparation In Owings Mills
A dental implant is the best way to replace a missing tooth, but how can you ensure that you qualify for implants? Implant Preparation is the best way to ensure your dental implant will last a lifetime.
Why should I choose Implant Preparation?
Proper implant preparation is essential for a healthy, stable, strong, and long-lasting dental implant. Depending on your situation, you may need treatments like tooth extractions, bone ridge smoothing, or bone grafting. At our office, we can provide you with the expert care you need for the best results.
Keeping Care Accessible
Everyone deserves to love their smile. That’s why we make it easy to pay for your treatment in a way that fits your budget and lifestyle.
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Did you know…
Including necessary preparatory treatments, it can take up to 12 months to get a dental implant. The sooner you get started, the better!
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The Benefits of Implant Preparation
Ensure Implants Are Right For You
While preparing for a dental implant, your oral surgeon can make sure that your mouth is healthy and that you’re a good candidate for implant treatment. We’ll keep an eye on your oral health every step of the way.
Protect Your Investment
Implant preparation helps you protect your investment in dental implants. Implants are not cheap, but they can last 30+ years with proper care and placement. Preparation is an essential part of this step, and is crucial for a good surgical outcome.
Avoid Future Complications
Failing to get necessary preparatory treatments like bone grafts could raise your risk of complications like premature implant failure, which may require further complex care. With implant prep, you can dramatically reduce your risk of complications.
Sedation Options
We offer a range of sedation options, so you can rest easy knowing that you won’t feel a thing during your treatment.
Intraoral Scanner
Our intraoral scanner allows us to create detailed 3D models of your teeth and gums, and even lets us show you what your smile will look like once treatment is complete.
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CBCT Scanner
Our cone-beam computed tomography scanner allows us to create detailed 3D images of your teeth, gums, and the underlying structures for more effective treatment planning.
The Implant Prep Process
Tooth Extraction
If your unhealthy tooth has not yet fallen out, the first step is to extract it. Your oral surgeon will clean and numb your mouth, then use special tools to remove your tooth, clean up the area, and seal your gums.
Bone Ridge Smoothing (Alveoloplasty)
You may also need bone ridge smoothing. This is a procedure that’s usually done alongside an extraction. In this surgery, your oral surgeon will smooth out the bony ridges near your tooth. This helps improve the fit and overall stability of your dental implant.
Bone Grafting
If your jaw bone is weak, you may also need a bone graft. Depending on your situation, this may be done immediately after your extraction, or it may be done at a separate appointment after your mouth has healed. Bone grafting adds more material to your jaw bone, strengthening it in preparation for your implant.
FaQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
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