Dental implants have become a common method for tooth replacement in recent years. Dental implants restore tooth function, and give you back your dazzling smile. Other methods can replace the appearance of your teeth, but what makes dental implant surgery the best and most holistic tooth replacement method is that it also preserves the health of your jaw and your other teeth. Most people forget they have dental implants once they have healed from surgery, and maintaining implants is as simple as brushing and flossing your teeth, and visiting your dentist twice a year for checkups.
It’s even possible to obtain dental implants fitted and placed on a single day. With advancements in surgical and dental implant technology, patients can have fake teeth implanted on the same day. No waiting, no sitting in that in-between limbo stage. You walk in, and you leave with a tooth replacement done on the same day and have your smile back. It’s as simple as that. To say that titanium dental implants have revolutionized the ability to get realistic-looking false teeth replacements would be an understatement.
Finding an oral surgeon to provide dental implants in Cincinnati is easy, but you want to choose someone with a lot of experience and who uses the latest techniques. If you’re looking for tooth implants installed in your mouth on the same day, you’ll probably want to look for a dental surgeon whose area of expertise is in dental implants. Dental implants with single-day turnarounds are still nothing short of a medical miracle, and it takes a surgeon dedicated to their craft to deliver.
Cincinnati Dental Implants – In One Day
With new technologies, it is now possible to get dental implants in Cincinnati in just one treatment visit if your case is straightforward. Same day dental implants? Sign us up! Dental implants that are done on the same day are great for patients and surgeons alike. Patients avoid the multiple visits generally required to get a quality titanium dental implant, and the surgeon gets to fast-track the whole process for you.
However, not everyone is necessarily a good candidate for dental implant surgeries done on the same day. The oral surgeon who specializes in same-day titanium tooth implants will first take a look at your overall health. Smoking habits and chronic medical conditions can be barriers to obtaining high-end false tooth implants installed on a single day. The main thing your dental surgeon will look at is whether or not there’s simply enough bone density in the mouth to support the implants.
What are Dental Implants Made Of?
A dental implant has three parts:
- the implant body, which takes the tooth root’s place
- an abutment, which connects the implant body to the crown
- the crown, an artificial tooth
The standard material for dental implant bodies is titanium, because it’s a biocompatible material with very little chance of rejection. It’s what most practices will offer. It’s been around forever, and it gets the job done exceedingly well. Once the titanium body is set, the abutment and crown are placed soon after. And just like, you’ve got a new replacement tooth that looks just like the real deal. While titanium is the industry standard material, our office also offers zirconia dental implants, sometimes mistakenly referred to as zirconium dental implants It’s a newer material being used in the implant world, and it’s shown promising results with patients. The jury is still out as to whether or not they last quite as long as titanium, however. Zirconia is technically a ceramic, so even patients with metal allergies can still get state-of-the-art, holistic tooth replacement.
Durable Replacement Teeth Are Completely Holistic
Over the last decade or so, there’s been a spike in interest in holistic dentistry. We have great news for those interested—those long-lasting, beautiful tooth alternatives are totally holistic. Holistic dentistry focuses on overall well-being, places emphasis on biocompatible materials, and utilizes natural therapies to aid in the healing process.
For those seeking a holistic approach to replacing damaged teeth with aesthetically-pleasing options, ceramic—or zirconia—dental implants are your go-to. Like titanium posts, ceramic is one-hundred percent biocompatible. While the jury is still out on zirconia, it has shown to be incredibly promising as an alternative to metal posts.
Other options like dentures or bridges don’t stimulate the jawbone in the same way as an implant. Therefore, those replacements don’t contribute to whole-body wellness in the same way. If the jawbone doesn’t receive stimulation in a spot where a tooth is missing, it begins to shrink and atrophy. Implants are more than just a tooth replacement that gives you a bright, shining smile—it literally saves your jawbone.
Holistic options that aid in healing can even be used during the surgery. Platelet-rich fibrin is a treatment that utilizes growth factors and fibrin to promote speedy healing. It’s automatically biocompatible because it’s made by centrifuging the patient’s own blood, too.
Understanding Dental Implant Surgery
Before the dental implant surgery, you may need to use an anti-bacterial mouthwash and take an antibiotic for a few days. This is to clean the area and prevent infection after the surgery. You will need to arrange for someone to drive you to and from Wilmington Oral Surgery if you use Dr. Puckett and choose to be sedated for the procedure. We offer several types of sedation for oral surgery, and Dr. Puckett is a licensed expert at administering anesthesia safely and effectively in every procedure he performs.
Dental implant surgery requires a few steps, and depending on the state of your jaw health, there may be a few weeks of healing time between the procedures. The initial surgery is to remove the damaged teeth if they are not already out. Dental bone grafting may be needed at this stage to prepare the site(s) and preserve the volume of jawbone. The next step is to install the dental implant body. After the implant body is placed, the abutment is screwed in. The gums are closed, and after healing, your dentist will apply the crown in coordination with your oral surgeon.
Who Qualifies for Same-Day Implants?
Patients who are generally in good health and who have healthy jaws and gums may be able to get same day dental implants. Dental implants that are installed on a single day eliminate the multiple weeks wait time that you tend to see with traditional implants. It’s a fantastic option for the folks who are eligible for them. However, people with chronic conditions like autoimmune illnesses, uncontrolled diabetes, osteoporosis, and blood-clotting disorders should avoid receiving false teeth implanted in their mouths on the same day for medical concerns. You can rest assured that Dr. Puckett will thoroughly analyze your case before deciding on a treatment plan, and that he will choose the option for tooth replacement that is the best combination of comprehensive and efficient.
What Do Implants Cost?
While we’d like to say that receiving a permanent replacement tooth is priceless in comparison to the innumerable benefits that come with them, that’s not the case. Those tooth alternatives that look and function just like the real thing come with a price tag. The price tag in question depends on a handful of factors, mostly boiling down to the particular patient’s dental insurance and how many damaged teeth they’re getting replaced.
We prefer to look at those pearly white substitutes for missing or damaged teeth as an investment in your long-term health. Like we’ve stated, implants are the only option that actually stimulates your jawbone and keeps it healthy. Without a healthy jawbone, your oral health in general begins to deteriorate right along with it.
With that said, we pride ourselves on being one of the affordable oral surgeons in the Cincinnati area, and we regularly do everything in our power to get our patients the best deal possible.
Does Insurance Cover Replacement Tooth Implants?
This question has lots of different answers depending on the patient’s insurance company, their plan, and various other factors. However, for lots of insurance, implants are considered a cosmetic procedure and don’t receive coverage. While yes, those tooth replacements that restore smiles are beautiful and well-made, that doesn’t mean that they’re not medically-necessary. Implants preserve a patient’s long-term oral health and shouldn’t be looked at any differently.
The good news is that some insurance companies are wizening up to this fact, and a handful have started offering partial coverage in recent years. To get specific details on what is and isn’t covered by insurance, it’s always best to call your provider.
As the technology for dental implants has improved, the pain involved in getting an implant has been greatly reduced. Computer-assisted planning at Wilmington Oral Surgery makes the process more efficient, cuts down the need for bone grafting, and makes recovery easier. Most patients find they are more comfortable after the procedure than they thought they would be. With proper sedation and recovery behavior, many patients return to regular activities the following day.
Give our office a call today for a free consultation. Whether it’s standard dental implant surgery you’re looking for, or same day dental implants, we’ll help you find the best solution for restoring the health and appearance of your smile.
