Dental
implants are one of the greatest advancements in oral health care. This
revolutionary solution to restoring missing teeth looks and functions just like
a natural tooth, from root to tip. Unlike dentures, dental implants support bone and gum health, will not slip or fall out, and require the same dental
hygiene routine as your natural teeth.
Precise implant placement is a key factor in long-term durability and
health. The doctors at Santa Monica
Periodontics & Implant Surgery use computer guidance when placing dental
implants. Dr. Greenberg and Dr. Sims discover the best possible location and
angle within the jaw. This process protects patients from complications and supports
osseointegration, the process in which the titanium implant fuses to the
surrounding bone.
Dental Implant Placement Factors
Placement is important because there must be enough remaining bone in the area to accommodate the implant. Dentists determine if patients
are qualified for implants by conducting an examination prior to creating a treatment plan. It is important to take into consideration the health
and integrity of areas including:
- Surrounding gum tissue
- Sinus cavities
- Blood vessels
- Nerves
- Jaw bone depth
Santa Monica Periodontics & Implant Surgery
Surgical experience along with computer-guided placement supports a
higher degree of precision when implanting the titanium posts. The care taken
by the team at Santa Monica Periodontics & Implant Surgery benefits the
patient’s experience and helps improve the healing process. The end result is a
tooth replacement that looks and feels like a natural tooth and provides
improved long-term oral health.
Santa Monica Periodontics & Implant Surgery works with your
dentist, who will create the restoration for the dental implant. Our dental implants are of the
highest quality from well-known reliable companies that include: Dentsply, Astra
Tech and Straumann. If you think you might be a candidate for dental implants,
contact our office today. We welcome patients from Santa Monica and the
surrounding area.
