Dental Implants · Jacksonville, FL
Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures.
Implants are a tooth replacement option that involves placing a new "root" into the bone of your jaw. Once this titanium "root" has fused with your bone it can be used to support a crown, bridge or denture. These implants can also be used to replace partials and support complete dentures.
The success rate for dental implants is extremely high and is due in part to the fact that root-form implants are made of a biocompatible material - titanium. Because titanium is accepted so well by the human body, it is also used for orthopedic implants, such as hip and knee replacements.
Dental implants have now become the standard for replacing older dentistry and missing teeth because they look and feel like your natural teeth and have a higher success rate than all other forms of tooth replacement. The initial cost is generally higher for a dental implant, but the long-term investment can be better because implants may last a lifetime.
Dr. Azari may recommend teeth implants for the following reasons:
If you are missing one or more teeth and in general good health, you are a candidate for dental implant treatment. There are a few qualifying factors that need to be addressed:
Overall, there are very few conditions that would keep someone from having implant treatment. Even people who have lost a significant amount of bone can qualify for dental implant treatment, although an additional procedure to add bone or to create new bone may be required.
There are actually two phases to implant dentistry.
Using very accurate surgical techniques, an incision is made in the gum tissues and implants are placed into dimensionally controlled sites in the jawbone. First, the gum tissue is opened and the jaw bone is tapped with a small drill and then the implant is placed into the site.
An abutment is secured to the top of the implant, and a new tooth crown is placed onto the abutment. Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth, or your dentures.
Treatment time, comfort, care, longevity, and how implants compare to bridges - answered below.
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Dental implants preserve jaw bone, do not require grinding down neighboring healthy teeth, and are designed to last longer than a traditional crown and bridge.
Although implants are more expensive than older tooth replacement methods, they are often a better long-term choice.
Dental insurance coverage of implant treatment depends on your individual policy. Dental benefits are determined by the amount an employer is willing to spend on the policy. Generally, dental policies cover basic routine preventive maintenance, basic care, and emergencies. Most insurance plans only cover the basics with an annual maximum allowable benefit of $1,000-$1,500. Most insurance plans do not include dental implant coverage; however, often they will pay the same benefit they would cover for the lowest-cost alternative treatment option (partials and dentures) and some of the diagnostic records, if a specific request is made for alternative benefits.
You should review both your dental insurance plan and your medical insurance plan. Medical coverage is very rare and Medicare does not cover implant treatment. All in all, it is best to assume that there is no medical insurance coverage available.
The actual cost of dental implant treatment is based on a number of factors, such as the number of missing teeth being replaced, the type of implant-supported teeth recommended, and whether additional procedures are necessary to achieve the proper aesthetic and functional result. The only way to accurately estimate the cost for an individual patient is to have an examination and consultation with your dental specialist. The total fee is usually comparable to other methods of tooth replacement; however, long-term, implant treatment is generally more cost-effective than other options such as bridges, partials, and dentures that need to be replaced every 5-10 years.
FDA-approved implant systems chosen for proven long-term performance.
Intended for immediate function on single-tooth and/or multiple-tooth applications when good primary stability is achieved, with appropriate occlusal loading, in order to restore chewing function.
With the ASTRA TECH Implant System, esthetics are integrated into the implant system design to support the natural healing process.
BioHorizons offers comprehensive dental implant lines covering many surgical and prosthetic indications and clinician preferences.
For more than thirty years, Nobel Biocare dental implants have been produced from commercially pure titanium and are known for strength and durability.
Dental implants are now the standard of care for missing teeth. They look, feel, and function like natural teeth and are an excellent investment in oral health and appearance.
Whether you're missing one tooth or a full arch, there's an implant solution that fits.
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