What Every Patient Should Know About Implant Restorations
By Dr. Brainard Llanes | Published on July 6, 2011 | 0 Comments
One thing that many patients do not understand about dental implants is that there is a difference between the placement of an implant and the restoration of an implant. According to Dr. Brainard Llanes of Modern Essence Dentistry in Roselle, Illinois, a dentist will usually restore implants, while an oral surgeon will be the one placing them.
Dr. Llanes, a Roselle dentist, talks to his patients about the benefits of implants on a regular basis. Although he does not place implants himself, he does offer consultations and restorations. Dr. Llanes also notes that he does have a surgeon in his office who places dental implants, which helps to create a seamless and efficient experience for patients.
The process of restoring a dental implant begins soon after the implant has been placed. Once an oral surgeon has gotten the implant in the bone, Dr. Llanes’ patient will return to his office and have a crown put on. The Roselle dentist says that crowns need to be put on top of all dental implants to ensure they will remain fully functional for a long, long time.
Patients who were missing one or more teeth can completely restore the look and function of their smiles by getting dental implants with crown restorations. Dr. Llanes says that dental implants are the gold standard of care nowadays, and they are being seen by insurance companies and dental providers as more of a necessity for people who have missing teeth, rather than a luxury.
A dental implant not only restores function, but it also looks and acts like a natural tooth, says Dr. Llanes. In fact, Dr. Llanes goes on to explain that today’s dental implants actually last even longer than restorations that were done in the past – such as, the traditional bridges and partial dentures that dentists were doing regularly as little as a decade ago.
Once a patient has a dental implant placed and restored, the Roselle dentist says it will look like the person had never lost a tooth. A restored dental implant lasts longer and looks better than a bridge or a denture in most cases.
What is even better is that dentists who restore dental implants for their patients can actually help to preserve their patients’ bone structures and avoid damage to their adjacent teeth by opting for implants rather than temporary or fixed bridges, as well.
Patients with dental implants will notice the difference almost immediately, when it suddenly becomes easier for them to chew and enjoy their food without having to worry about their restoration coming loose or wiggling out of place.
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