You have been diagnosed with periodontal disease, and your periodontist has recommended periodontal surgery. Like many patients, you may have some concerns, and that's what we're here for. It's important for you to find answers to your questions before surgery, because knowing what lies ahead will enable you to actively participate in your health care decisions. You'll be one step closer to a healthy mouth and a happy smile.

  • What are the advantages of dental implants over dentures or bridges?
  • Am I a candidate for dental implants?
  • Why do I need Periodontal Surgery?
  • How long will it take to heal?
  • Will insurance cover the surgery?
  • What kind of anesthetics are used?
  • What problems will I experience post operatively?
  • What should be avoided after surgery?
  • What steps are involved in preparation for dental implants?

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What are the advantages of dental implants over dentures or bridges? Every way you look at it, dental implants are a better solution to the problem of missing teeth. Esthetic Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. Since dental implants integrate into the structure of your bone, they prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany bridgework and dentures. No one will ever know that you have a replacement tooth.
Tooth-saving Dental implants don't sacrifice the quality of your adjacent teeth like a bridge does because neighboring teeth are not altered to support the implant. More of your own teeth are left untouched, a significant long-term benefit to your oral health.
Confidence Dental implants will allow you to once again speak and eat with comfort and confidence. They are secure and offer freedom from the irksome clicks and wobbles of dentures. They'll allow you to say goodbye to worries about misplaced dentures and messy pastes and glues.
Reliable The success rate to dental implants is highly predictable. They are considered an excellent option for tooth replacement.

Am I a candidate for dental implants? The ideal candidate for a dental implant is in good general and oral health. Adequate bone in your jaw is needed to support the implant and the best candidates have healthy gum tissues that are free of periodontal disease.

Why do I need Periodontal Surgery? You need periodontal surgery because your periodontist has determined that the tissues around your teeth are unhealthy and cannot be repaired with non-surgical treatment.

How long will it take to heal? It's important to follow the doctor's instructions. Patients generally can expect to enjoy their normal routine the following day. Talk with your periodontist about any special post-operative considerations you may have, such as diet, exercise or follow-up medications. This will help to minimize disruption of your daily activities.

Will insurance cover the surgery? Many insurance plans pay a portion of periodontal services. Your periodontal health is important, so talk to your periodontist about payment options. Oftentimes, our Will I have pain during my surgery?No, we use adequate amounts of appropriate anesthetics during your surgery which eliminate pain during surgery. We will be happy to offer sedation to help relax your concern and anxiety of receiving anesthetics. We take our time with anesthetizing you to make the experience as pleasant as possible.

What kind of anesthetics are used? Depending on your systemic condition, we use different kinds of anesthetics. Some pocedures require longer lasting anesthetics with use of epinephrine. For some individuals with extreme dental phobia, we offer intravenous and general anesthesia by our anesthesiologist.

What problems will I experience post operatively? What prescription will I receive? You may experience some tenderness and pain from the surgery areas between 1 to 5 days after the procedure is completed. Immediately after the surgery, we will give you pain medications to control pain and post-operative sensitivity.

What should be avoided after surgery? Use of alcoholic beverages, spicy foods, excessive exercise, and smoking increase the pain and healing period. Maintaining an adequate diet after the surgery is advised. Drink plenty of liquids post-operatively to replenish blood loss. You should chew on the opposite side of surgical areas and avoid hard and spicy foods.

What steps are involved in preparation for dental implants? Prior to dental treatment, the following steps are taken:
1. Patient evaluation and clinical exam
2. Study models are taken and x-ray stints are fabricated
3. Appropriate x-rays are taken with aid of Simplant software
5.Fabrication of surgical stints
6. Consultation with restorative dentists and laboratory for restoration

How long will my implant treatment take? Generally, after placement of implants, bone needs to be given a period of 2-4 months to heal. Certain areas with augmented bone may require 6-8 months of healing. In some cases, if bone is dense enough , minimally invasive surgical techniques are used and implant is loaded immediately after surgery with a temporary crown.