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Dental Implants Near You
Care is more than "treatment.” It's having a doctor understand your needs beyond your oral health problems, providing you with the information you require, acting as a guide in your decisions, and ensuring you feel good about your choices.At MK Periodontics and Implants, our periodontists offer this definition of care to Tacoma patients. Our goal is to go beyond just restoring your oral health with dental implants near you – we aim to restore your entire quality of life by replacing damaged or missing teeth. Whether you need to restore one, several, or all of your teeth, they will prioritize your comfort and safety and provide you with a durable, aesthetic outcome.
What Are Dental Implants?
During your visit to our practice, your doctor will spend time answering your questions and providing open and honest guidance about dental implants.It helps to know the basics before exploring your options. Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that our periodontists can surgically place below the gum line. Each implant can anchor one or more crowns, and several implants can work together to support a new, entire arch of teeth.
Dental implants give Tacoma patients an alternative to crown caps and dental bridges. The treatment conserves neighboring teeth, is durable and natural-looking, and restores much of your original tooth's function.
Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
While our periodontists are specialists who place dental implants daily, we know the experience isn't as familiar to patients. That's why we'll take the time to explain the process, discuss your concerns, and make you a partner in your treatment. Our practice will care for you in the way that you want to be cared for.
Typically, Tacoma patients will receive a comprehensive examination during their visit and undergo a 3D CBCT scan. This advanced imaging technology is completely non-invasive and gives us a way to view the supporting structures of teeth more fully.
Our team will answer any questions you may have about dental implants. Your doctor will also work closely with your restorative dentist to determine the recommended course of treatment. The care you receive will depend on a variety of factors:
- Whether you need one, several, or all of your teeth restored with dental implants.
- Suppose the tooth is already missing. Your doctor may recommend bone grafting before placing the implant, in this case, to create a strong and durable foundation for the replacement tooth.
- If the tooth is damaged but still in place. Your doctor will need to remove the tooth and may need to graft bone to the area after the extraction.
What Should I Expect with Dental Implants?
Dental Implants for One or Several Teeth
We know that you want your smile back as quickly as possible. Your periodontist may be able to perform the first procedure in the dental implant process on the same day as your initial appointment During the surgery:
- You'll receive oral or IV sedation so you can rest through the procedure. Feel free to get comfortable under a blanket and listen to music as the medication relaxes you.
- If there's a damaged tooth in place, your doctor can remove it.
- Some Tacoma patients will have enough healthy bone to receive their dental implant the same day as their tooth extraction.
- Other patients will need time for bone grafts to heal and create a stable foundation for the dental implant. If you fall into this category, your doctor can still give you a temporary tooth so that you leave your appointment with a complete smile.
On average, patients need about three months after surgery for the implant to fuse before the next step in the process. At that point, they will visit their restorative dentist, who will finish their treatment by attaching permanent crowns to the implants. MK Periodontics and Implants will be there to coordinate every aspect of your care with you and your dentist.
Dental Implants for an Entire Arch of Teeth
Whether you receive dental implants in Tacoma to restore one or all of your teeth, you will benefit from the same level of support and comfort in your treatment. We welcome the opportunity to provide you with exceptional care.As few as four dental implants can anchor a full denture, restoring many missing or damaged teeth in a single surgery. Our Tacoma patients who choose this option never have to go without teeth throughout the process.For full-arch restoration, MK Periodontics uses surgical guides and makes a temporary denture. Implants and temp teeth are placed the same day, with the permanent denture added about three months later. Schedule your consultation today and take the first step toward a new smile.
Dental Implants FAQ’s
The post-surgical wound is similar to a fresh "scab" – hard foods will irritate the scab, and delayed healing occurs. For the first week, eat a soft food diet to avoid disrupting the healing process. Chew on the opposite side of your mouth from the implant. After the sutures (if placed) are removed, you can cautiously resume normal eating habits. The instructions are specific to the individual and will be reviewed at your follow-up.
No, dental implants do not cause cavities because crowns are made of an artificial material that is not damaged by bacteria or tartar like natural teeth. However, you can still develop cavities in adjacent teeth and “gum disease” around the implant (peri-implantitis), which may lead to bone loss as around natural teeth.
In some cases, dental implants are placed immediately at the time of extraction. With infections or on teeth with significant bone loss, the extraction site will need to heal for a minimum of 3 months before it is recommended to place the dental implant. Our “biology” is non-negotiable – everything else is. The waiting period is typically 10 to 12 weeks to give the empty socket time to heal.
If you suffer from periodontal disease (approximately 50% of the world’s population), we recommend regular 3 months of supportive periodontal therapy at your dentist or periodontist office for best success. All other implant patients are recommended to see their dentist for maintenance therapy and exams every six months. Dental implants should be treated with the same care as natural teeth through professional dental exams, and regular exams can detect potential problems early on and keep teeth and gums healthy.
Titanium is incredibly durable, and dental implants can withstand nearly the same bite force as natural teeth because they are anchored to the jawbone, making them a sturdy tooth replacement option. Just as with your natural teeth, regular maintenance and dental visits are essential to long-term success.
Zirconia dental implants are an excellent solution for patients concerned about allergies, adverse reactions, and metal toxicity. These implants are entirely metal-free and demonstrate impressive healthy tissue integration. Comprised of zirconium oxide, a ceramic material with a robust crystalline structure, zirconia dental implants offer a non-metal alternative to traditional titanium implants. Their naturally white appearance particularly appeals to patients seeking an aesthetically pleasing option that blends seamlessly with their teeth. In addition to their visual appeal, zirconia implants are known for their durability. They can withstand significant amounts of force and remain inflexible under pressure, making them a reliable choice for those prioritizing health and aesthetics.
After surgery, choose foods that require minimal chewing, such as broth, yogurt, oatmeal, mashed potatoes, scrambled eggs, and well-cooked vegetables or pasta. Avoid foods that are hard, crunchy, tough, sticky, or spicy, like raw vegetables, pretzels, steak, nuts, or gum.
Your comfort and ease during implant treatment means everything to us. Besides ”numbing “ the gums, we routinely offer oral sedation and IV sedation for our implant procedures.
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