Dental Implants
April 14th, 2008 | by admin |
Dental Implants
Dental Implants Are the Permanent Solution to Lost Teeth
In the past several decades the use of dental implants instead of bridges and dentures has exploded in popularity as they offer a more natural look, feel and function, because they are permanently fixed in the mouth.
The scientific research that allowed these to come into being began in the 1950’s with the discovery that metal titanium had an ability to bond with bone. This very strong bond to surrounding bone is a process termed “osseointegration”, coming from the Latin word “osseus” meaning “bony”.
After years of careful research and study, dental implants (titanium cylinders placed into the jawbone to support replacement teeth) have been refined with high success rates. There are now patients who have had implant supported teeth for more than twenty-five years. No more the need for dentures and bridges, it’s easier to eat, looks better and much more easily cared for.
”I tell my patients with missing teeth that they should consider dental implants.”, explains Dr. Maddahi. “If you, like millions of Americans, have lost one or more teeth, you may be all too familiar with the unpleasant consequences. For many, missing teeth lead to an unattractive smile, embarrassment from loose dentures, and pain or difficulty with eating. Traditional dentistry can provide replacements for missing teeth using bridges, removable partials and dentures; however, each of these has its problems.”
Bridgework usually involves altering natural teeth to provide a stable foundation for support of replacement teeth. Partials and dentures can, at times, be very unstable leading to denture sores or speech difficulties. Another little known problem associated with tooth loss is a process known as ‘atrophy’, a shrinking of the jawbone that can progress over the years. Bone atrophy not only affects jaw function, but can cause adverse facial cosmetic changes.
Dental implants are an effective, safe and predictable solution to the problems resulting from missing teeth. Many patients report they like the look more, and state that the implants feel and function like natural teeth.
Dr. Maddahi likes to inform his patients of the basis of his choices. “Dental implants are substitutes for the roots of missing teeth. They act as an anchor for a replacement tooth or crown or a set of replacement teeth. Replacing missing teeth is important to an individual’s general health and to the health of remaining teeth. Chewing ability is lost when a tooth is lost. Unreplaced teeth can cause other teeth to be lost, tipped or crowded and create subsequent problems. There are also the obvious problems of poor appearance and loss of self-esteem caused by one or more missing teeth.”
Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, has been specializing in creating beautiful, natural smiles and superior dental health for 20 years and is located in Beverly Hills at 436 N. Roxbury Drive, Suite 202 and can be reached at 310-888-7797.
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This is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Seek the guidance of a licensed physician if you need medical advice.
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11 Responses to “Dental Implants”
By cynthia jones on Apr 14, 2008 | Reply
your right when you say that your self-esteem is lost…..mine is totally lost.i have no friends cause of my conditions,i’m on a fixed income,and medicare only pays for extraction,partials,and dentures.so i can’t afford the implants.
someday i will ,but it will be to late.
i need help.cynthia
jones from columbus ohio!P.S people tell me that i’m so cute.well untill i smile!
By toby gross on Oct 15, 2008 | Reply
my name is toby,and i need about 13 implants,and i’m on a fixed income.I can’t aford cash but i can aford a payment plan.please respond.
By Deborah Colwell on Dec 27, 2008 | Reply
I was told I have bone loss in my upper front tooth and would not be a candidate for a bome graft since i had a maryland bridge in the 80s which is now broken. I was told I needed a fixed bridge which requires 3 teeth to be grinded down. Any good suggestions
By georgetta kersey on Sep 27, 2009 | Reply
its hard to eat,embarassing to smile,and I was on medication that made my beautiful teeth go bad.I am on medicare,medicaid.Maybe that will be a plus for me.I can travel,but not to far,I’m not allowed to drive,so therefore I have someone that will.Thank you,Georgetta kersey!
By georgetta kersey on Sep 27, 2009 | Reply
I read you provided free dental implants;I have already commited,but I will do what is required of me.Thank you,Georgetta Kersey
By Lucille Sherman on Dec 1, 2009 | Reply
I am a bus driver and i need my front teeth to smile i can’t because it’s too embarassing , i’m a single mother of three , i was always told that i have a pretty smile and i need to smile more . too embarassing. i had a partial for my top now it has broken, Thank You.
By MILDRED SUPPE on Jan 2, 2010 | Reply
In 1988 I had corvent implants put into the lowergsolidly to the lowerum. They were placedon two -two piece posts. The lower posts are solid. The upper part of the posts are cemented solidly to the lower posts. In 2009 I had two other posts placed adjacent to the old posts,and are much lower than the old posts.As a result the lower denture seems to be weakening. The holes for the old posts are widening . I would appreciate an an answer as to repair or rebuild on this type of denture.Thank you for your time. Mrs. MIldred Suppe. &02.645 9799. ASMS2@cox.net
By Judy Norris on Jan 3, 2010 | Reply
I will be a 61 yr. young woman this month Jan. I have had many problems in the past seven years of my life…car wreck in ‘02 and found out I had breast cancer a month later. I have had all crowns for over 20yrs. upper and lower. Now I have lost all bottom teeth except one and it is ready to come out anytime now. I don’t know what to do or where to turn. I have dental insurance but don’t know what they would pay for implants. I, being on disability and drawing very little each month to live on couldn’t afford this expensive procedure. I am willing to do anything I can to get help with this….there are very few things I can eat now. I do have a lower partical and can keep it in somewhat but it flops up and down. I am a very vain person and this is killing me. I have always said before I would go without my teeth I would rather die and am to this point now.
Please someone HELP ME!
I live in Newland N.C. and there isn’t anyone around that does implants.
Thanks for reading,
Judy
By Stuart on Apr 12, 2010 | Reply
I completely agree. Everything you say is 100 percent true. Dental Implants are by far the best option.
We also offer dental implants in Beverly Hills. The implant is placed by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and the restoration is performed by a prosthodontist.
We make dental implants affordable. We charge $825 per implant!
Call (310) 278 66 30 to book a free consultation.
By Chloe on Apr 12, 2010 | Reply
I went to http://www.dental-implants-usa.com and had the best experience ever! I now have 3 dental implants that look and feel great and I paid a third of what I was quoted at other places!
By corey lee on May 11, 2010 | Reply
my teeth are missing and decayed r/t radiation for treatment of cancer. i have very little income but i can afford a small monthly payment. i you can help please contact me by email listed above. thanks corey