You may want to stick to a softer diet that requires minimal chewing, eating foods that are less likely to stick to any natural teeth. Sometimes it’s possible for dental implants to be loaded very soon after surgery, but if this is the case then the teeth supplied are likely to be temporary but are excellent for retaining function and appearance. No matter what the technique used to insert the implants, they will still need time to integrate with the bone during a process called osseointegration.

Dental Implant Surgery | What Is Osseointegration Process?

Dental implant posts, the part that is inserted into the jawbone, are specially treated to enable and encourage the growth of new bone cells. This may mean the surface of the post is constructed in such a way as to increase the surface area, or it may be treated with growth mediums to help encourage the growth of new bone cells. No matter which type is used, the process of osseointegration is very important as the new bone cells help hold the post firmly in the jawbone so it cannot move or shift position and is strong enough to support the replacement tooth or teeth. This process can take between 3 to 6 months, after which time an abutment is fixed onto the implant post.

Dental Implant Surgery | What Is an Abutment?

An abutment is a special type of attachment that fits onto the implant post and it’s designed to protrude above the gum level. There are many different types of abutments that can be used depending on the implant system chosen by your dentist and the type of restoration. For example, an abutment used to support an implant crown will be very different to one used to hold a denture firmly in place. Your dentist will take an impression with the abutment in position and this is used to construct your new restoration. The final stage is for the restoration to be placed in your mouth, completing implant treatment.

Will I Know If Something Has Gone Wrong with My Dental Implant?

Experienced implant dentists such as Dr. Navid Rahmani in Midtown NYC take a great deal of care when planning dental implant surgery. This ensures that any problems are few and far between and the whole process should be smooth and easy for patients. If you do have a dental implant that begins to feel a bit strange then it’s best to always trust your instincts and to return to the dentist who fitted it for a proper diagnosis. In the unlikely event that something has gone wrong, it may be possible to save the implant with early treatment.

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Mini Dental Implant Placement

Conventional dental implants have a diameter of 3 mm or more whereas mini dental implants have a diameter of less than 3 mm. Mini dental implants tend to be used in situations where there isn’t sufficient room for a conventional sized implant so they can be good for replacing small front incisors. They are also commonly used to support dentures. The decreased size of the implant post does mean there is less surface area to bond with your jawbone, making the use of these implants only suitable in particular situations.

Immediate Implants vs Conventional Dental Implants

With immediate dental implants, you can have your implants inserted and will receive a new tooth or a set of teeth a very short while after surgery is completed. It’s not surprising that this is immensely appealing, but just like mini dental implants, immediate implants are only suitable in certain cases. Conventional dental implants need to be left to heal and integrate with the jawbone and immediate dental implants are no exception. The implant teeth that are fitted soon after surgery are temporary and are specially designed to make sure you don’t place excessive stress on the dental implants and that they cannot move while they heal. Once the implants have fully integrated with your jawbone, your temporary teeth will be replaced with your permanent teeth that will look and feel even better.

All On Four Dental Implant Procedure

This can be a great technique for securing loose dentures, particularly lower dentures. As the name suggests, you only need four dental implants to support a complete lower bridge. The dental implants are placed towards the front of the mouth where the bone is thicker and stronger, making this treatment is suitable for people who may have previously been told they didn’t have sufficient bone for conventional dental implants and would require a bone graft prior to treatment. The use of so few dental implants does make treatment very affordable but this technique is highly specialized so it’s important to make sure you choose an implant dentist with the training and experience needed for this procedure to be a complete success.

Advice and Treatment from an Implant Specialist

The huge number of different techniques and implants that can be used does mean it’s vitally important that you visit a proper implant dentist who has experience in using lots of different systems and who routinely carried out this type of specialized treatment. You will find Dr. Navid Rahmani of Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery can thoroughly assess your jaws and will be able to recommend and provide the best possible treatment for you. He only uses top quality materials and routinely places many conventional dental implants each year. His practice also has the latest digital imaging equipment and Dr. Rahmani takes immense care to ensure every treatment is a complete success offering a long-term solution for tooth loss.

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Although some people are happy wearing full dentures, others aren’t and the main problem is the fact that they can become loose and ill-fitting and very uncomfortable to wear. This is an issue that can’t really be fixed by remaking or relining a denture as it is caused by the way the jawbone changes shape once natural tooth roots are removed as it gradually reabsorbs.

How Dental Implants Work

Dental implants act in a way that is very similar to a natural tooth root, consisting of a titanium post that is precisely inserted into the jawbone during a short surgical procedure. Over a period of several months the titanium integrates with the natural bone surrounding it, a process which is called Osseo integration. After the implant has healed, it’s strong enough to support a tooth. Multiple implants can be used to hold a full arch bridge that will either be screwed or cemented in place.

Who Can Use Dental Implants to Replace Missing Dentures?

There is a common misconception that dental implants are only for the young but this is far from the truth and this treatment can be highly beneficial for older patients. The main thing that will need to be determined by Dr. NavidRahmani is your current dental health and oral health and the amount of bone available in which to insert the dental implants. As the jawbone is reabsorbed this may mean there isn’t sufficient bone in someone who lost their teeth quite some time ago. This certainly doesn’t mean that dental implants aren’t an option as Dr. Rahmani is extremely experienced in placing bone grafts using the most sophisticated and up-to-date artificial and grafting materials to help replace and rebuild missing bone.

Is the Process for Having Dental Implants Complicated?

The procedure for placing dental implants is quite complicated but a lot of this happens behind the scenes and doesn’t involve patients. Instead Dr. Rahmani will need to take various diagnostic tests and will carefully study the results in order to plan surgery. By the time you visit the dental office for your implant procedure, he will know exactly the best place to insert the dental implant and will have the right information to ensure placement is extremely precise. Afterwards you may be given a set of temporary teeth that will last until your implants have healed. At this stage your new teeth can be made and fitted so you can begin enjoying the sensation of having teeth that look and function just like your own.

If you prefer to stick with dentures but are just looking to stabilize them, dental implants can also be used for this purpose. This does mean you’re likely to require fewer dental implants so treatment can be very cost effective. When you visit our dental office we can discuss all these options with you and can tell you much more about each procedure.

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Effects of Antibiotics on Dental Implant Surgery

Osseointegration is essential as dental implants need to be strong and stable to support replacement teeth. For this to occur, it’s important to give the implant post every chance of integrating with the jawbone. To make matters more complicated, often additional procedures are required such as bone or gum tissue grafts to help increase the chances of success or to enhance the appearance of your new teeth. The use of antibiotics can be extremely helpful in ensuring a good rate of healing.

It’s easy to imagine the mouth as being a clean and sterile place but this couldn’t be further from the truth. There are many different strains of bacteria in your mouth, some of which are capable of causing infection. The procedure such as dental implant surgery can allow these bacteria to get into your bloodstream. This is why Dr. Navid Rahmani might suggest using antibiotics, possibly prior to dental implant surgery. It could be particularly important if you are at a higher risk of developing an infection. Using antibiotics prior to the surgery will help prevent bacteria from infecting your body.

Infection Risks Around Dental Implants

People who may be more at risk of infection and who might benefit from taking antibiotics include older adults who may have serious health problems or anyone who has a weakened immune system. People who normally smoke, diabetics and people who are substantially underweight or overweight may all be at increased risk of infection. One particularly high-risk group includes people who have a history of infective endocarditis or who have prosthetic heart valves, or those people with congenital heart conditions.

Reduce Your Risk of Infection after Surgery

When you visit Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery for your initial consultation with Dr.Rahmani, your general health will be discussed in some depth. Dr. Rahmani will need to decide if you will benefit from taking antibiotics as part of your dental implant treatment and can discuss your level of risk for infection and how best to reduce it.

Dr. Rahmani does have extremely high success rates for all his dental implant treatments so there is no real need to worry, provided you follow post-operative care instructions as closely as possible. Antibiotics will only be prescribed if there is a real need for them and not everyone will need to take antibiotics before or after dental implant surgery. A recent review that included low-risk healthy people did find that taking just a single dose of oral antibiotics and hour before surgery could be useful but this doesn’t necessarily mean that a low-risk individual will benefit from taking antibiotics or that it’s always the right thing to do.

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Dental Implants: Same-Day Smile

Lots of people have lost all their teeth in the upper or lower jaw, or are faced with this prospect. Although one option is to replace teeth with a full denture, this isn’t a prospect that most people will relish, especially as dentures often come with numerous problems that often only become worse after they have been worn for a few years.

An alternative is to use multiple dental implants that are optimally placed in the jawbone to provide adequate support for a fixed bridge or removable  dental implant retained denture.

This type of procedure does require extremely careful planning on the part of your implant dentist at the Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery Center. It will be necessary to determine if you have adequate bone to support the implants as otherwise you may need a bone graft prior to surgery.

The number of dental implants required can vary from person to person, depending on the type of bridge to be used and the number of teeth to be replaced.

With Dental Implants You Won’t Be Left without Teeth during Treatment

If you still have some teeth remaining that will need to be extracted, there may be a number of different options.

It could be that your dentist will recommend removing these teeth before dental implant surgery, or sometimes it’s possible to extract them and to place the implants at the same time.

It may also be possible to use these teeth to support a temporary fixed bridge while your dental implants are healing, but could depend on where your new dental implants need to be inserted. Once the implants have fully healed then these teeth can be extracted and a full replacement bridge constructed.

The advantage of this type of scenario is that it will enable you to eat and chew, and to speak and smile quite normally during treatment without the need to wear a removable denture.

Same-Day Smiles or Same-Day Teeth with Dental Implants

If this is impossible, your dentist will provides you with a temporary removable denture to wear during the healing process. It’s also becoming increasingly common to use a temporary bridge that is fixed onto the newly placed implants straightaway in a process known as immediate loading.

This means you will be able to chew quite normally while the dental implants are healing in your jaw. This process is very technique sensitive as the implants have to be precisely placed so they are locked in position by the bridge during healing. This helps ensure they are completely secure during the healing process and cannot move around.

You might hear this process referred to as “same-day smiles” or “same-day teeth,” but even though you receive your replacement teeth straightaway they will always be temporary and will need to be replaced with your permanent restoration at a later date once your dental implants have healed.

Deciding on a Fixed Bridge or Removable Denture

When you replace a full arch of teeth then there are two different options to choose from. You can opt for a fixed bridge that is firmly cemented or screwed into position and which can only be removed by your dentist. Alternatively you can have a removable denture that clips onto the dental implants and which can be taken out for easy cleaning each day.

Your dentist at the Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery Center can discuss each option with you, as it is likely one particular choice will prove more suitable.

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One of the First Studies of Its Kind

This is one of the first studies to look at quality of life in women with osteoporosis who have received treatment to replace missing teeth. The study looked at women’s satisfaction with their replacement teeth and evaluated how it improved their lives in regards to work and social situations. The 900 women in the survey had received restoration work that included dental implants, removable dentures and fixed bridges as well as some women who had no restoration work at all to replace these missing teeth. Overall, the survey found that women with dental implants reported higher levels of satisfaction with their lives with fixed bridges scoring next highest followed by dentures. The women who had received no restoration work scored lowest in levels of satisfaction.

The Results Are Unlikely to Surprise Implant Dentists

The results are unlikely to surprise good implant dentists in midtown NYC, including Dr. NavidRahmani at Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery. Dr. Rahmani is highly experienced in placing dental implants and has already seen firsthand the tremendous differences it can make to anyone’s quality of life, regardless of age or situation. Choosing dental implants to replace missing teeth carries several clear advantages over the alternatives.

Why Anyone Should Consider Dental Implants to Replace Missing Teeth

One of the most important is the way that dental implants are able to preserve the jawbone as bone loss isn’t just limited to postmenopausal women. In fact anyone who has had a tooth extracted will eventually suffer bone loss in that area as the bone will no longer receive any stimulation from the natural tooth root, telling it, it needs to continue renewing old bone cells. This isn’t the case when the tooth is replaced with a dental implant as the implant post provides all the necessary stimulation to keep the bone strong and healthy.

Although dental bridges can look extremely good, dentists aren’t always keen on this solution unless the teeth adjacent to the gap could do with crowning. If this isn’t the case then it will mean grinding down perfectly healthy teeth to support the dental bridge, putting these teeth at risk of future decay.

Excellent Aesthetics

Dental implants also give great results and the aesthetics are excellent. If you use a dental implant to replace a single missing tooth then it can be extremely difficult to distinguish it from a natural tooth, except it might look a little better than before. Dental implants can be used to support extremely large bridges and even to replace full dentures.

To find out if you’re suitable for dental implants, book an appointment with Dr. Rahmani. Provided you are in reasonable dental and general health, then there is probably no reason why you wouldn’t be able to benefit from this treatment, but a proper consultation will give you all the information you need.

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Unfortunately, dental implants can become infected, often by a condition called peri-implantitis (Read more: Dental Implant Complications). Peri-implantitis is an inflammation very similar to periodontal disease and it affects the gum tissues surrounding a dental implant. Symptoms of infection include gums that easily bleed when gently probed, and increased pocket depth in between the gum and the implant.

Other signs include swollen gums and there may be a nasty discharge. The problem with this condition is it can affect the bone surrounding the infected dental implant and if you are at all concerned about the condition of any of your implants then it’s worth booking a checkup as soon as you can with Dr. Navid Rahmani here at Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery.

Diagnosing an Infected Dental Implant

One of the first things Dr. Rahmani is likely to want to do, is to take a dental x-ray of the infected dental implant. He may also gently probe around the implant to assess the degree of the infection and inflammation. By carefully probing the area, he can hopefully make an early diagnosis of any signs of infection. Early detection is absolutely essential if the implant is to be saved.

One of the problems with this condition is that it often doesn’t create any pain and as a result patients are frequently unaware that an implant is infected. Dr. Rahmani will also try to assess if the inflammation could be caused by another problem such as cementitis, where a foreign body has caused infection.

During the first year after implant surgery, symptoms may also be due to the bone remodeling, so it is important for Dr Rahmani to rule out other causes of infection and inflammation (Read more: Dental Implant Surgery Aftercare).

Treating Any Signs of Dental Implant Infection

If an infection is diagnosed, then one of the most important aspects of the treatment will be to clean the surface of the infected dental implant. This may be tricky depending on the type of implant that has been used as implants with rough surfaces cannot be thoroughly cleaned mechanically.

The next step will be to disinfect the area. For a moderate infection, Dr Rahmani may recommend the use of antibiotics. This is where the loss of bone around the dental implant will be between 2 mm and 4 mm.

For more advanced implant infections where the bone loss is more severe, surgical intervention may be required, combined with mechanically cleaning the implant, disinfection and the use of antibiotics.

Can an Infected Dental Implant Be Saved?

The earlier an infection is treated, the better the chances of success. If a dental implant has already become loose due to a severe infection and subsequent bone loss, it may not be possible to save it. In this case the infected dental implant might need to be removed and the area left to heal. It might be possible to place another dental implant at a later stage, once it’s clear all the infection has been removed.

If you do have dental implants, it’s so important to make sure you keep up with a regime of regular dental checkups every six months. This allows your dentist to check your dental implants for any signs of early inflammation and infection so that prompt action can be taken if anything is found.

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Lost a Single Tooth?

Have you recently lost a single tooth, or perhaps you know one will need to be extracted quite soon? Upsetting isn’t it? Many people still imagine they will end up wearing a denture or perhaps a bridge that doesn’t ever look quite as good as their own tooth, but there is an alternative.

Replacing Your Tooth with a Dental Implant

Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery in Midtown NYC has a better solution than a bridge or denture, and that is to use a single dental implant to replace your missing tooth. A dental implant consists of a titanium post that is inserted into your jawbone where it closely replicates your missing tooth root and is used to support a crown. Sometimes it might even be possible to extract your tooth and replace it immediately with a dental implant that will be used to hold a temporary tooth until the implant post has healed. So why should you choose this option?

The Most Natural Looking Tooth Replacement You Can Have

For most people this will be the most important reason for choosing a dental implant. The process to place the implant also shapes the surrounding gum tissue so it will look as if your implant crown is emerging naturally from the gums, just like a normal tooth. The latest porcelain crowns look incredibly natural so it will be nearly impossible for anyone to tell you were ever missing a tooth.

More Cost Effective in Midtown NYC

Choosing a dental implant can be far more cost effective due to a couple of different reasons. For a start, there will be no need for Dr. Navid Rahmani in Midtown NY to cut down or adjust the adjacent teeth in order to support a dental bridge or denture. This can be hugely beneficial in the longer term as your natural teeth will remain healthy and intact. In addition, a properly cared for dental implant can last for many years or even for life, and a study published in the International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants found replacing single teeth with dental implants was either cost-saving or cost effective when compared to traditional methods of replacing single teeth.

Preserving Your Jawbone

The implant post acts as an artificial tooth root which means it provides all the stimulation to the surrounding bone that would normally be given by your natural tooth root. This is important as the stimulation tells the surrounding bone to keep on replacing old bone cells. Without this stimulation the bone quickly reabsorbs and this can create problems with the stability of other teeth and may lead to a gap forming underneath a traditional dental bridge.

Want to Find out More in Midtown NYC?

If you’d like to find out more then it’s best to book a consultation with Dr. Navid Rahmani in Midtown NYC. This is a great chance to ask all the questions you might have about treatment and you’ll be assessed for your suitability for dental implants. It’s usually better to choose this option as soon as you can after losing a tooth as this helps prevent bone loss and any subsequent problems, and of course helps ensure that you can benefit from having the best method of tooth replacement as soon as possible.

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Planning NYC Dental Implants Surgery 

A good implant dentist will spend quite a bit of time planning the actual surgery, using the information provided by various diagnostic tests such as x-rays and CT scans. This information is vital as it will show your dentist the exact location of nerves and blood vessels, as well as the mass and density of bone in the implant site.

The information allows your dentist to determine if there is sufficient bone to hold the implant securely in place, to choose the best type of NYC dental implants for your situation and to plan the placement. They will choose the position that will avoid all important structures, while ensuring the implant will be strong and stable and will have good esthetics once finally restored with the crown, bridge or denture.

If this planning is not properly carried out, there is a risk NYC dental implants could interfere with the nerves in your jaw, or will not be ideally placed to provide the best appearance. There is an increased risk it could fail. Here at Contemporary Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, we take a great deal of time in planning each implant to give you the very best chance of success.

Implant Surgery Aftercare NYC

Great implant surgery is only part of the equation as good aftercare is essential. Our implant dentist and periodontist in Midtown Manhattan will give you lots of information on how to look after your implant immediately after surgery while the area heals and in the longer term. One thing that people often overlook is the need for good long-term dental care. Your implant might be made from inert materials, but it is surrounded by living tissue that can become infected.

Peri-Implantitis Risks

Peri-implantitis is a particular risk and is a condition a little like gum disease. It is an infectious disease that causes the soft and hard tissues around the implant to become inflamed and it can destroy both gum tissues and the bone surrounding your implant. Just like gum disease, peri-implantitis is a condition that is often caused by poor oral hygiene so it can be avoided.

Maintaining Healthy Dental Implants

It is very straightforward to look after your implants, keeping them strong and healthy. We can show you how to clean around your new dental implants as it is important to brush and floss them properly so all plaque is removed. A good oral hygiene routine combined with regular checkups and professional cleanings should be sufficient to keep your dental implants free from disease. NYC dental implants are a great treatment and with proper care they should give you many years of trouble-free use.

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If you have been investigating the possibility of having dental implants then you might have come across mini dental implants. So what are mini implants and when should they be used?

What Are Mini Dental Implant?

Mini dental implant differ from normal or traditional dental implant as they are considerably smaller. Although the implant post is about the same length in both systems, the actual diameter of a mini dental implant is much narrower. Both types of dental implant are made from the highest quality medical grade titanium alloy, but mini dental implant tend to be constructed so the implant post and the abutment are one solid piece. This is different from conventional dental implants where the abutment is a separate structure that screws into the implant post. A dental implant dentist might suggest you think about having mini dental implants in certain situations.

When Mini Dental Implants Can Be Appropriate

Most times, good dental implant dentist such as Dr. Navid Rahmani of Manhattan Periodontics & Implant Surgery is more likely to suggest conventional sized dental implants. This is because the larger size increases the surface area of the implant post, providing greater opportunity for the post to fully integrate with the surrounding bone.

However the smaller size of mini dental implant can make it a very good choice for situations where space is tight and a good example would be a small front tooth such as a lower incisor. These teeth can sometimes be so small that it would be impossible to comfortably fit a normal-sized dental implant into the gap. Using a mini dental implant allows the tooth to be comfortably restored.

Another situation where mini dental implants can be a more appropriate choice of treatment is when securing a loose denture, particularly partial dentures. In this case the mini dental implant will have special attachments that will fit onto the corresponding attachments on the fitting surface of the denture. One of the nice things about this type of treatment is that often the dentures can be fitted in place soon after the dental implants have been inserted into the jaw.

Other Advantages of Choosing Mini Implants

The surgery required to insert mini dental implants is less invasive than traditional implant surgery. With a traditional dental implant, Dr. Rahmani needs to make a small incision into the gum tissue, exposing the bone so the implant can be placed, but with a mini dental implant this isn’t necessary. Instead the implant post can be inserted straight through the gum tissue and into the bone. It’s easy to see the advantage of this type of treatment as healing will be faster and there should be fewer side-effects. Both types of treatments are meticulously planned using the latest computer guided surgery.

When you visit top rated periodontist Dr. Rahmani then you can be sure he will always recommend the best and most long-lasting solution to replace any missing teeth. One major concern of many people is being left without teeth during implant treatment. This shouldn’t happen as it is always possible to make sure you are supplied with at least temporary teeth to wear for the duration of treatment so you can eat and smile in comfort.

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