Dental Implants: For Function & Esthetics

About Dental Implants

 

Dental Implantology is one of the fastest growing and most popular treatments in restorative dentistry.  This is due to the proven ability of dental implants to be suitable and even desirable replacements for missing, traumatized or diseased teeth. 

 

before_dental_implangafter_dental_implantA dental implant is an artificial tooth root that a Periodontist such as Dr. Bulkacz, places into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. They are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to Periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason. Highly technical, dental implants can often be a better solution than traditional bridgework, as implants do not rely on neighboring teeth for support.  Dental implants are can look and feel just like your own teeth. Under proper conditions, such as placement by a Periodontist and proper patient maintenance, implants can last a lifetime.

How Dental Implants Work

Dental implants are a unique, reconstructive procedure to restore your natural smile.  A dental implant is a small screw made of titanium, which is a metal that the body easily accepts. The dental implant is inserted into the bone of the jaw, and over time the jawbone integrates with the implant surface, firmly anchoring it.

Under normal conditions, the healing process can take as little as 6 weeks. After this time, a crown, bridge, or denture is secured to the implant. Dental Implants can be an excellent solution for the following issues:


* Tooth loss due to Periodontal disease
* Root canal failure
* A Cracked tooth or teeth
* Loss of a bridge
* Painful and/or loose dentures or partials

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With dental implants, your new teeth will look, feel and function as close as possible to your natural teeth.
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References: Straumann USA   Straumann

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Dr. Jaime Bulkacz

Specialist in Periodontics & Dental Implants

18740 Ventura Blvd. Suite 306 - Tarzana, CA (818) 609-8655