Dental Implants are a Long-lasting Solution for Missing Teeth

Are you missing teeth in Sacramento, California? Never hold back from showing off your smile again. Dental implants from Arden Park Dental Care can permanently replace your entire tooth, restoring oral function and aesthetics to nearly 100%. Because dental implants are designed like natural teeth, it’s easy to see why they are the number one recommended teeth replacement by Dr. Shahnaz L. Formoli.

What can I expect from the dental implant procedure? 

Cutting-edge technology has revolutionized the process of dental implant placement, enhancing precision and patient outcomes. Expect nothing short of a technology-led implant procedure at our practice. Dr. Formoli uses cutting-edge technology, including 3D CBCT and iTero scanning, to ensure superior implant outcomes. 

Your implant procedure begins with a consultation to determine your eligibility. Ideal implant candidates should have good oral health and a healthy bone to support an implant. If eligible for implants, the rest of the steps involve:

• Pre-surgery procedures: If you want to replace a failing tooth, this must be extracted first to create space for an implant. Furthermore, if you have severe bone loss, you’ll need a bone graft to add volume and density to your jawbone.
• Implant surgery: The dentist surgically places a titanium post at a precise location in the jawbone. Dr. Formoli exercises extra caution to ensure your implant achieves an optimal fit and alignment like your natural teeth. 
• Healing: We’ll leave the implant for four to six months to heal and fuse with the jawbone through osseointegration. After fusion, the implant remains firmly secured in the jawbone to support one or more prosthetic teeth.
• Abutment placement and impressions: When the implant successfully integrates with the jawbone, the dentist will attach an abutment to the implant fixture through minor surgery. We’ll also take digital scans of your implant to design your final restoration.
• Beautiful restoration: Thanks to CEREC technology, we have in-house capabilities to design and fabricate your crown right here in the office. Same-day crowns make your dental implant journey faster and more affordable. 

The dental implant procedure may take several months, but the wait is worth it because you’ll receive something close to your natural teeth. Dental implants look and function like natural teeth, ensuring you enjoy all the benefits of a complete smile. 

Is the dental implant treatment painful?

Oral surgery can be scary, but we take every precaution to ensure you have a comfortable experience. Our office uses modern anesthetics to minimize discomfort during surgery. You’ll only feel slight pressure but no pain, providing a comfortable experience. 

What should I expect after implant surgery?

Like any surgery, you’ll need aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery. You’ll experience mild pain right after surgery, especially after the anesthesia wears off. Don’t worry! This is normal. Our dentist will give you pain medications to manage pain. We’ll also prescribe home remedies like applying an ice pack and rest to manage pain and swelling. 

Am I a suitable candidate for dental implants?

Dental implants are the “gold standard” for replacing teeth, mimicking natural teeth in almost all aspects. To find out if you are a prime candidate for implant treatment in Sacramento, CA, call (916) 280-0988 to schedule an appointment with Arden Park Dental Care.

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