Dental Implants Shalimar
What Are Dental Implants?
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases, a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
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For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.
What is involved in dental implant surgery?
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Elwell is able to place single stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them but do require a minimum of twelve weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Dr. Elwell performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates, PLLC
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- Hilary B
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- Ronald T
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The doctor and all his staff were very knowledgeable and treated me with great care. I will definitely come back here if ever needed. I would highly recommend Dr. Elwell to anyone who needs an oral surgeon.
- Marcella B
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Doctor Charles Elwell Jr DMD, detected a dysfunction in my heart at my office dental visit. This procedure was to do a extraction on my upper tooth. He recommend me to go see my cardiologist about this problem. So I went to see the cardiologist and he told me I did not have a heart problem. On my next dental appointment with Doctor Elwell he again he had concerns with the same heart problems. I went again back to my cardiologist and he said I still did not have a heart problem. I decided to make appointment with another cardiologist and they knew that this was no normal and the next day scheduled me a heart Cath. They found that I was 100% block in one artery and place a stent . Thanks to doctor Elwell I am alive today to tell my story. I believe in getting second opinion because of doctor Elwell professional advice. I will always be indebted to doctor Ewell. I look forward to completing my dental implant and recommend Doctor Elwell and his professional staff to anyone needed dental care.
- Ira N
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I needed two implants. Everyone was great to work with and very friendly. Very nice office and I love the clean smell. Hopefully I will never be back. But should I need any of there services I will use them again. Always take good care of your theeth.
- Matthew Schwab F
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Excellent Dental care provided by all involved
- James J
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Excellent staff. Very personable. Like I said “excellent “
- Stewart G
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Recommend to anyone
- Michael Boettcher
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I look natural for a fifty-something! And I don’t take anything out of my mouth at night
- Rob R
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I cannot say enough about Dr. Elwell and his friendly accommodating staff! I had several issues going on when I first met Dr. Elwell, he changed my life by his findings and surgical procedures that took place. I had two extractions along with one implant which went perfect. I would highly recommend this friendly office along with Dr. Elwell's knowledge!
- Annette T