Dental Implants
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
What are dental implants?
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a dental implant. We call them “root form implants” because they are about the same size and shape as a tooth root.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
Proper bone healing is essential for long term dental implant success. Premature loading or too much force placed on a new dental implant can result in bone loss or even rejection or failure of a dental implant. As materials and methods of care have advanced we have seen even greater success with this care.
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“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”
For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.
Surgical Advances in Dental Implants
Dr. Pamula and Dr. Wagner stay up to date on the advances in dental implant care and continue to regularly update our materials and methods used in this care. There is one common thread that has continued over time – excellent proper techniques using the best materials gives the best, longest lasting results. The use of 3D Cone Beam Scanning, the PRGF/PRF technology for bone grafting and the internal conical implant attachment, are technologies, to name a few, that have made implant care reliable and highly successful.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Drs. Pamula or Wagner performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent teeth. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
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Patient Review from Emelita B
Jessica took me back and was so kind. Dr. Pamula and the staff did a wonderful job and made it easy on me with the whole process... Thanks everyone!
- Emelita B
Patient Review from Brennan R
Everyone at Lakeside was super helpful and friendly. Dr. Pamula was excellent!
- Brennan R
Patient Review from Tricia S
Five Stars!
- Tricia S
Patient Review from Richard J
Professional, friendly, well done, helpful Probably back at some point for further help.
- Richard J
Patient Review from Doug H
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- Doug H
Patient Review from Kandis E
I would go back if further extractions are needed
- Kandis E
Patient Review from RICHARD G
5 STARS!
- RICHARD G
Patient Review from MARK E
All went well and was close to painless. Healing went well with very little discomfort.
- MARK E
Patient Review from BEVERLY M
What a great experience. From the Dr. Paul to all his assistants they are fabulous!
- BEVERLY M
Patient Review from Carol V
Wonderful experience
- Carol V
Patient Review from Jessica M
Exceptional care all around!
- Jessica M
Patient Review from ELLIN J
Dr. Pamula and staff were superb! their confidence, efficiency, and reassuring manor totally relaxed me. The procedure was painless with anesthesia. I had no pain afterwards as well!!!
- ELLIN J
Patient Review from Edmund L
Had no problems with my tooth extraction. They explained everything and had no problems.
- Edmund L
Patient Review from Loretta W
I was impressed with the great experience of my first time at this office. I was alittle stressed until I was put into a room for my appointment. I wish I remember name's. The girl that was my first person to meet made me very relaxed. Dr. Paul Pamula was a delightful person and now after him telling me what was ahead and be very thorough in the questions he asked me, I was completely relaxed. Also, you could tell they, all the people involved in the oral surgery, I could put my complete trust in them. Thank you to the complete staff. I am doing great tonight.
- Loretta W
Patient Review from Naomi H
The Doctor and staff were excellent.
- Naomi H
Patient Review from Vijesurier K
No hesitation to come back if needing further work. Exceptional service.
- Vijesurier K
Patient Review from Chuck K
All staff was welcoming & helpful. Dr Pamela was very thorough, kind and efficient. Everyone worked together to make a potentially unpleasant experience comfortable and go smoothly. Very impressive. If I have future needs for oral surgery, Lakeside is my choice. Thank you!
- Chuck K
Patient Review from David L
Top notch doctor & staff
- David L
Patient Review from Heidi M
It was a most comfortable experience. The friendliest and most helpful staff + Dr. Richard M Wagner a very competent special Dr.
- Heidi M
Patient Review from Barbara
Home town care!! Wonderful staff!! Dr Pamula is great!! Highly recommend for dental services! I had a dental implant! !
- Barbara
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