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An
implant is a sterile titanium part that is surgically placed
in the bone. This implant then serves as a base for either
crowns or other types of support for a bridge or removable
prosthesis.The concept involves using the latest computer
software that lets us combine a CT Scan of a patient along
with a CT Scan of the final prosthetic design we work up with
the patient and then merging the two together to then use
CAD CAM to premake the surgical guide for the implant placement
and also premake a temporary or final prosthesis that duplicates
our design. This is all done prior to the placement of the
implants. We are then able to complete all of the surgical
and prosthetic procedures in one visit.
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Implants
offers restorative options that may not be available to patients
that do not have a sufficient amount of teeth.
- Fixed Bridge:
Several implants can be placed and then a fixed bridge type
prosthesis can be fabricated to fit the implants. This most
closely resembles your natural teeth.
- Support of a removable prosthesis:
Several implants can be placed to fabricate a substructure that
will hold a removable prosthesis more securely. |
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A
thorough evaluation is needed by your General Dentist and the
specialist who will be placing the implants.
Treatment involving implants is a joint effort of the General
Dentist who designs and plans the restorative phase and the
specialist who will place the implants that the General Dentist
will use as support for the restorative crowns, bridges or partials
that will replace the lost or missing teeth.
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A bridge is attached
to implants |
After |
The
procedure is usually performed in the office of the specialist
and is performed in one visit. Several months later there
is a follow up visit to complete the procedure.
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