Regain Your Confidence With Implant Dentistry
Missing teeth can affect how you chew, speak and feel about your smile. A consultation can help you compare tooth replacement options and decide whether dental implants suit your needs.
Explore Your Dental Implant Options
Dental implants support replacement teeth such as crowns, bridges or dentures. Dr. Frangopol will assess suitability and explain the stages of care. Some patients may be candidates for temporary teeth at implant placement; that does not mean healing or the final restoration is completed in one day.
Biocompatible Materials Used in Dental Implants
Implant materials are selected for compatibility with the body and they are made out of Titanium alloy or Zirconia. This does not eliminate the possibility of complications or implant failure. Ask which implant system is proposed and discuss its benefits and risks with Dr. Frangopol.
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AfterIndividual case example. Treatment timing and results vary.
Factors That Affect Implant Outcomes
Dental implants can provide long-term tooth replacement, but results and longevity vary. General health, bone and gum health, the restoration, oral hygiene and follow-up care can affect the outcome.
Complications may require additional treatment or implant removal. Whether another implant can be placed depends on healing and an assessment of the site.
Understanding Your Treatment Timeline
Treatment may involve several appointments and healing periods. Your care plan should explain the expected timing, any temporary replacement teeth and the final restoration.
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Two-stage dental implant procedure
Animated Implant Placement Procedure
Which tooth replacement fits your situation?
Dental implants can support a crown, a bridge or dentures. The choice depends on how many teeth are missing, the surrounding teeth, gum and bone health, and the care you can maintain.
- One missing tooth: an implant and crown may replace it without using neighboring teeth to support a bridge.
- Several missing teeth: ask how an implant-supported bridge compares with other fixed or removable options.
- Most or all teeth in one jaw: compare fixed full-arch teeth, removable implant-supported dentures and conventional dentures.
- Not enough bone for an implant: ask whether bone grafting can prepare the site.
What will treatment planning cover?
Bring your medical history, medication list and questions to the consultation. Dr. Frangopol will assess your teeth, gums and available bone and discuss appropriate imaging. Health conditions, tobacco use and any need for grafting can affect the plan and healing.
How do healing and final teeth fit together?
Implant placement, healing and fitting the final replacement teeth are separate stages. Bone healing can take months. Temporary teeth may be possible in selected cases, but they do not mean treatment or healing is complete. Ask for a plan that explains the stages, follow-up visits and what you can eat while healing.
Implants need daily cleaning and continuing dental care. Discuss the possible benefits, risks and maintenance needs before choosing treatment.
Prepare questions about your implant estimate, or request a consultation.