Dental Implants Boynton Beach

Replacing Teeth from Root to Crown

If you need a more “permanent” fix for tooth loss, you won’t find a better option than dental implants. These posts represent the only root-to-crown replacement method on the market! In other words, they take a comprehensive approach that lets you enjoy a new smile for a lifetime. It’s to the point that modern dental implants in Boynton Beach stand a cut above the other restoration options. For more on these fixed prosthetics, please read onward or call us to book an appointment.

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What Are Dental Implants?

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Dental implants don’t work like dentures and dental bridges do. Rather than sit above the gumline, these posts extend beneath the gums and fit within your jawbone. This design lets them fuse with nearby bone tissue to become permanent parts of your mouth. From there, they stimulate your jaw to prevent facial collapse while supporting your final restoration. They can even last a lifetime if you give them proper maintenance and care.

The 4-Step Dental Implant Process

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At your initial consultation, Dr. Rodriguez will custom tailor your dental implant treatment plan to meet your individual needs. In some cases, patients may require preliminary procedures like bone grafts or sinus lifts, and in others, the journey is simpler. However, every dental implant case that our team at Family Dentistry of Boynton Beach takes on has four main steps: the consultation, surgery, healing and abutment placement, and attaching the final restorations. You can learn more about each of these by reading below.

The Initial Consultation

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To kick off your dental implant journey, you’ll schedule a consultation with Dr. Rodriguez and our team. He will examine your mouth and X-rays, ask you about your smile goals, and develop a tailored treatment plan to restore your smile. Based on the number and location of your missing teeth, we can determine how many dental implants you need to have placed and what type of restoration you require. And, if necessary, we may also help you schedule preliminary treatments to ensure the success of your procedure, like gum disease treatment, a bone graft, or a sinus lift.

Dental Implant Placement

Dr. Rodriguez has completed additional training and continuing education since receiving his Doctor of Dental Medicine in 2017 that has provided him with the skills and knowledge necessary to complete dental implant surgery in-house. This means that you can see the team you trust throughout your entire process and that you won’t need to be referred out.

Healing & Abutment Attachment

After your dental implants have been surgically placed beneath the gumline, you’ll undergo a relatively quick healing period of about two weeks; however, many of our patients feel ready to return to work the next day! Your implants will also fuse with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration over the course of three to six months. Once this is completed, you’ll return to our office for Dr. Rodriguez to attach small metal connector pieces to the top of your implants called abutments.

Delivery of the Final Restorations

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Our team will send off digital impressions to our laboratory who will make your restorations. Once your replacement teeth are complete, they’ll be mailed to our office so we can make sure they match the shade of any existing teeth and fit perfectly within your mouth. If necessary, we can make minor adjustments ourselves or send them back to the laboratory for finishing touches. Then, we’ll permanently affix them to your dental implants and you’ll be able to celebrate your whole, functional smile!

Benefits of Dental Implants

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Did you know that dental implants continue to gain popularity, with an estimated 500,000 placed annually? Many experts consider them the ideal way to rebuild missing teeth because of their placement in your jaw. As a result, these restorations are more firmly rooted in your mouth and are usually stronger and more secure than dentures or dental bridges.

Because of this, dental implants provide unique advantages over the alternative solutions for tooth loss. Continue reading to learn more about how this treatment might benefit you!

Day-to-Day Benefits

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Gaps in your grin can detract from your daily quality of life in several ways. For instance, you might develop a lisp, struggle to bite or chew food, or start feeling self-conscious about your altered appearance.

Getting dental implants can help improve your day-to-day experience by:

Improving bite force. This treatment is the only one that can restore up to 80% or more of your original bite force thanks to its placement in your jawbone.
Enhancing enunciation. You can press your tongue against them just like your regular teeth to overcome the lisp, slur, or other change to your speech patterns resulting from tooth loss.
Boosting confidence. Filling the space in your smile with a lifelike replacement helps you look and feel like the most beautiful version of yourself.

Health Benefits

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Choosing dental implants can also potentially improve your oral and overall well-being in the following ways:

Preserve your jawbone. Your jaw begins to thin after teeth fall out, which can lead to facial collapse and other issues. The support rod of your restoration prevents this by stimulating new jawbone growth with each bite down.
Prevent tooth loss. Maintaining a strong foundation for your mouth helps prevent additional tooth loss that can occur if your jaw becomes too weak and frail.
Avoid oral issues. It’s easier to keep dental implants clean because they can be brushed and flossed more like the teeth you were born with than dentures or bridges to keep cavities and gum disease at bay.

Long-Term Benefits

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This treatment also provides several long-term advantages that make it a worthwhile long-term investment, including:

High success rate. This procedure has an incredibly high success rate of over 90%, meaning you’re unlikely to develop complications if you follow our team’s post-op directions carefully.
Resilient materials. We use resilient, biocompatible materials that can withstand the pressure of daily biting and last 10 to 30+ years if properly maintained.
Save you money. Implants tend to cost more upfront but can save money over time because they’re more durable and require fewer repairs. Plus, there’s no need to regularly invest in special accessories, adhesives, soaking solutions, or other supplies.

Dental Implant FAQs

How Successful Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants have a success rate of over 95%, which is quite impressive! The key to maintaining yours is proper care and maintenance. That starts with brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash consistently at home and extends to coming to our office every six months for a checkup and cleaning.

Important reminder: If you start to experience any warning signs of dental implant failure, like your restoration feels loose, call our Boynton Beach dental office right away. That way, Dr. Camilo Rodriguez can complete an exam, determine what the root of the problem is, and help you decide the best way to proceed.

Am I Too Old to Get Dental Implants?

Oftentimes, patients in their 60s, 70s, and 80s assume that they are too old for dental implants. However, candidacy is determined by factors like jawbone density and oral health, not age. So, if you are struggling with tooth loss and are interested in rebuilding your smile with dental implants in Boynton Beach, don’t let your age stop you from scheduling a consultation with us!

Can I Get Dental Implants If I Smoke?

Smoking is often a disqualifier. However, there are some exceptions. So, don’t hesitate to schedule a dental implant consultation with us. During your visit, Dr. Camilo Rodriguez will discuss the risks and help you decide if this is the best tooth-replacement solution for you. Even if the answer is “yes,” you will need to refrain from using tobacco products both leading up to and after the procedure.

Do Dental Implants Feel Natural?

Yes! There are several reasons for this, including the fact that they are inserted directly into the jawbone, which means they won’t slip out of place unexpectedly. The restoration secured on top is also custom-made with your unique face shape, dental needs, and aesthetic goals in mind. So, you don’t have to worry – no unwanted attention will be drawn to your smile.

Is There Anything I Shouldn’t Eat with Dental Implants?

Since dental implants get their strength from your jawbone and only the best materials are used to make your restoration, there isn’t a long list of dietary restrictions that you need to abide by. With that said, there are some foods that increase your risk of dental damage, including peanut brittle, hard pretzels, and lollipops. So, it’s best to keep sugary and crunchy snacks like these to a minimum and stick to mostly healthy, smile-friendly foods, like cottage cheese, plain yogurt, and oatmeal.

Can Dental Implants Replace Molars?

Yes, dental implants can replace any of the teeth in your mouth, including your molars. If you are only missing one, then we can replace it with a single dental implant. If you are missing several, then we can secure a bridge or partial denture in place with several strategically placed dental implants instead.

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