Your experience with considering and receiving dental implants is something that is wholly personalized. While we know this, you might not recognize that care tailored to your particular smile, goals, and oral health is the only way to make implants work for a patient. Before you make assumptions about replacing your missing teeth this way, we strongly suggest that you walk through some important details with us. As a result, you will see that everything you discover about implants is best learned as it applies specifically to your unique smile.

About Your Decisions

We ask that you keep something important in mind: The decisions you make will be based on your smile and needs alone. As a result, it’s never helpful to compare our suggestions or your choices to something your friend has experienced. Sure, your friend may have chosen single implants. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t best benefits from an implant-supported denture. In this case, it’s all about you.

About Your Costs

We know that it would be very convenient if you could call and we could just quote you a final price over the phone. However, costs are also unique to each patient. Why so? Well, your friend may need no preparatory surgery and might need a single implant.  You, however, may require bone grafting, a sinus lift, and an implant-retained partial. The only way to know (and to determine costs) is for us to see you.

About Your Candidacy

Remember that there is more to your candidacy than meets the eye. If you have recently learned about dental implants but have convinced yourself it’s never going to be an option for you, we recommend that you broaden your horizons. Come in just to make sure. You may be in for a surprise!

Learn More About Implants For Your Smile

Speak with us to learn more about whether dental implants will work for your unique smile improvement needs. Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.

You’re done with the process of replacing your teeth with dental implants, you’re pleased that your mouth is healthy again, and you feel like you’ve got a brand new lease on life! While everything might seem perfect at the moment, it can only remain that way if you keep up with your dental care. We know that you might feel you’ve bought yourself some time to relax, skip your usual brushing, and just enjoy your new pristine grin. However, we would like to share some advice regarding why your commitment to care must remain just as strong.

You Can Lose Those Implants

Your dental implants look amazing and you figure it took a very long time to lose your natural teeth, so a bit of a relaxed attitude can’t hurt, right? Not exactly. Remember that crowns and implants aren’t made of natural tissue. While they may not degrade, your gum tissue can quickly turn from healthy to inflamed and infected, which leads to dental implant failure. Brush and floss just as we suggest, so you don’t face this disappointment.

You Might Not See The Warning Signs

You might think to yourself that your smile looks fine, so you’re obviously not in any danger. However, issues like gingivitis (and peri-implantitis) can occur without obvious symptoms. Our suggestion: Keep up with dental checkups even when things look perfect to avoid surprises.

You Can Lose More Teeth

If you still have natural teeth in place, remember that they are still vulnerable to disease. As a result, you can find yourself requiring additional tooth replacements in the future. When you maintain your oral health, you keep your smile in good condition, so you don’t require further oral surgery. This, of course, is better for you, less costly, and much more convenient.

Learn More About Life After Implants

Talk with us about what you can expect with dental implants, so you can keep your smile and oral health in tip top shape. Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.

From the moment you consider dental implants (and likely for the rest of your life), you will find that you occasionally have questions. As we always note, we will be happy to answer all inquiries that enter your mind on the topic! Of course, you won’t be surprised to learn that we have answered just about anything you can imagine, which often includes questions about implants and pain. If you are experiencing any measure of discomfort, we urge you to come in for a visit. In the meantime, answers to some common questions may offer help.

Questions and Answers

Question: Should I expect some amount of discomfort after I receive my dental implants?

Answer: Right after you receive your implants, you can most certainly expect some discomfort for about three days or so. This is simply the result of undergoing a surgical procedure. However, you will not have to deal with any of this pain. Instead, we will set you up with instructions and any necessary prescriptions to ensure you are comfortable during the recovery process.

Question: A friend of mine experienced facial bruising after dental implant placement. Is this normal?

Answer: It is entirely normal to experience some amount of bruising and swelling for the first few days immediately following your surgery. This is the natural result of surgery and will resolve very quickly. We will offer you instructions to alleviate discomfort and minimize inflammation.

Question: Is it normal for the area surrounding my dental implants to hurt long after surgery? What if they’ve always been comfortable but now they aren’t?

Answer: This is not normal. After a few days of discomfort and swelling, you should quickly begin to return to feeling comfortable. You should also then quickly adjust to having implants in your smile. If something doesn’t feel right, call us immediately to schedule a visit.

Schedule A Visit If Something Changes With Your Implants

If you notice a change with your dental implants and the tissues surrounding them, the best decision you can make is to head in for a checkup with us. Schedule the time you need in Rohnert Park, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-584-1630 to schedule your visit today.

There are many reasons you may visit us for dental implants and other types of oral surgery. In many instances, the factors that lead you to us will be completely unavoidable. In others, however, you may experience problems with your oral health that you could have very easily prevented with some simple yet helpful efforts. Not sure how to reduce your chance of problems like missing teeth? We can help! Just remember: Follow the rules and you’ll be in good shape.

Listen To Your General Dentist

When you visit your general dentist, you are going to be given suggestions for how to keep your entire smile as healthy as possible. This will generally include scheduling twice-a-year dental checkups and dental cleanings, as well as caring for your oral health at home with dental hygiene. Did you know that this can help you avoid problems like tooth loss, which can eventually lead to a need for dental implants? It’s true! Find a general dentist you trust, follow the rules, and you can expect your smile wellbeing to remain protected.

Jump On Restorative Care Needs ASAP

In order to prevent serious problems with your smile, remember that when your dentist suggests you schedule a procedure to restore your oral health, you should do so immediately. Patients often overlook the fact that most concerns are progressive. Your decay, infection, gingivitis, TMJ problem, and more will get worse and worse if you ignore them. Treat them, and you can often save your tooth, avoid the need for dental implants, prevent functional problems, and keep a healthy smile instead.

Keep Your Smile Healthy To Avoid Problems

Learn more about how to reduce your chance of tooth loss and other issues that may require oral surgery, so you can maintain a healthy intact smile. Schedule the time you need in Santa Rosa, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-545-4625 to schedule your visit today.

When you’re taking the time to research your dental implant options, you will discover that there is more than what initially meets the eye. In addition to having access to a treatment that can replace one tooth at a time, you have access to options that let you replace multiple teeth at a time. One such treatment for tooth loss is implant dentures. Never heard of them? A bit unsure about the specifics? You can learn a lot more with our quiz (and then come in for a visit to get your journey started)!

Quiz Questions: True or False?

1. True or False: If you would like to replace multiple teeth, you may select single implants and crowns or you may select multiple implants and full or partial dentures.
2. True or False: Implant dentures are supported by the dental implants placed into your jawbone. This is different from traditional support, which comes from your dental arch and the natural suction your mouth creates.
3. True or False: Choosing implant-retained dentures allows you to enjoy the benefits of implants, while putting forth a more budget-friendly investment than single implants require.

Quiz Answers

1. True. You have the option of choosing either. Some individuals prefer to replace each tooth individually. Others prefer to enjoy the stability of implants, while taking advantage of a larger prosthetic to replace multiple teeth at once.
2. True. This type of prosthetic is crafted to fit over implant posts instead of resting on your dental ridge. You can expect exceptional stability as a result.
3. True. When you choose implant dentures, you will be receiving multiple implants but not a full set for each empty space. As a result, the investment will be smaller and potentially better for your personal budget.

Consider Implant Dentures For Teeth Replacement

Learn more about implant dentures and your many options by coming in to see us for a consultation. Schedule the time you need in Rohnert Park, CA by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery at 707-584-1630 to schedule your visit today.