Dental and Implant Centers of Colorado

Dental and Implant Centers of Colorado

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FAQs

How much will a Dental Implant cost?


Dental implant costs vary greatly depending on a number of factors including the number of dental implants required, the severity of the bone recession and the patients individual circumstances. After a consultation with your dentist at Dental & Implant Centers of Colorado you will be provided with a customized treatment plan which will outline all of the costs.

How long will my Dental Implant last?


If patients retain a good oral hygiene routine and have regular visits to their dentist, dental implants will often last at least 15 years.

How many visits does the procedure take?


The number of visits required for the placement of dental implants varies from cases to case and depends on the patient’s individual circumstance. For the more simple cases it can often be complete over the course of two visits however for those implant cases which are more complicated this can take a few visits over a couple of months. Upon talking to your experienced dentist you will be provided with a personalised treatment place outlining how long the procedure will take and what will be involved at each stage.

Is the procedure painful and how it is managed?


The placement of dental implants is a substantial dental procedure which at Dental & Implant Centers of Colorado, local anaesthetic is used to help ensure that the procedures is complete in comfort. For particularly anxious patients or more severe cases a general anaesthetic is available at the local hospital to complete the procedure.

Initially, following the operation considerable discomfort and pain can be experienced however this is managed with oral medication. This pain substantially subsides the net day and is then managed with more mild medication.

Minor bleeding, bruising and swelling is also expected after the placement of the implant, while your jaw adjusts to the addition. In the case of multiple implants being place this discomfort and side effects are usually more severe, this is particularly true if bone grafting has been required.

What if there is not enough bone to support the Implant?


Dental Implants do require a certain amount of bone to provide a strong foundation for the implant. If a candidate does not have enough bone to support the implant bone grafting or bone augmentation procedures may be used to supplement the existing bone and support the dental implant. In extremely rare cases a large lack of bone can render the placement of a dental implant impossible.

Why do Dental Implants use titanium in the jawbone?


Dental Implants utilise titanium for its biocompatibility. This means that the surrounding, gum, bone, nerves and tissues will from a strong bond with the titanium implant. This ensures that it becomes a permanent replacement for the missing toot structure.

Dental implants also use titanium as it is an exceptionally strong and durable material and allows the full functionality and strength of an actual tooth, providing the best support for a crown.

Who is a candidate for Dental Implants?


At Dental & Implant Centers of Colorado anyone can be considered as a candidate for dental implants providing they are reasonably health and need a solution for tooth loss.

Your experience dentist at DICC will also need to ensure that you have enough bone in the jaw to support a dental implant.

Dental implants are also commonly used as a more permanent solution to replace small bridges, removable or partial dentures and single or many missing teeth.

What are the benefits of Dental Implants?


As an effective solution for tooth loss, at Dental & Implant Centers of Colorado we feel dental implants offer a range of benefits including:

  • Renewing and increasing the patient’s ability to chew food and communicate properly.
  • Dental implants can also help restore facial aesthetics and the ‘sunken face’ look which can result from bone loss.
  • Dental implants can help preserve the remaining bone structure of the jaw which may start to recede if left untreated.
  • Dental implants help to reduce the possibility of gum (periodontal) disease and infection.
  • Dental implants can aesthetically enhance the structure and shape of your smile.

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