Dental Implants Orlando

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are small posts made from biocompatible materials like titanium that are surgically placed beneath the gumline, directly into the jawbone. They’re able to fuse with the bone matter and function as replacement tooth roots, which is something that other restorative solutions cannot do. This means that they offer numerous unique and life-changing benefits in addition to fully replacing the entire structure of lost teeth!

The 4-Step Dental Implant Process

• Initial Dental Implant Consultation – You’ll need to meet with Dr. Scarpitti for a consultation before we can clear you for dental implant surgery. This visit allows us to make sure you’re a good candidate for the procedure and walk you through what your treatment will look like.
• Dental Implant Surgery - We can complete the entire implant placement process in-house, in addition to preparatory procedures you may need, like bone grafts or sinus lifts. The surgery itself is quite straightforward; our board-certified periodontist will place however many implants are needed, usually anywhere from one to eight, into the jawbone.
• Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment – After they’ve been placed, your implants will fuse with your jaw over several months. This process, called osseointegration, is crucial as it sets your implant posts up for future success. After your mouth has fully healed, you’ll come back to receive your abutments, which eventually house your future restoration(s).
• Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s) – We can provide you with ultra-high-quality restorations crafted especially for you. They’ll be attached to your abutments and adjusted as needed, and then you’ll be able to enjoy a fully functional and complete smile once more!

Computer-Enhanced Dental Implant Treatment

Dr. Scarpitti utilizes new technology such as CBCT, CAD-CAM computerized dentistry, and 3D printing to make sure his implants are placed safely and effectively. This allows us to evaluate your dental CT scan in three dimensions for bone quality, bone density, and bone location, enabling the best possible placement of your dental implants. This technology, along with CEREC® technology and Sprint Ray 3D printer, is also used for pre-planning and surgical guide fabrication.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants do so much more than replace your missing teeth! They also offer numerous other life-changing benefits, such as:

• They prevent bone resorption in the jawbone and prevent facial collapse, keeping your jaw strong and intact and your face looking full.
• They can restore up to 80% of a patient’s original biting power, meaning that they can eat virtually all types of food.
• They don’t require any special type of maintenance or cleaning solutions; simply care for them as you would your natural teeth.
• They can potentially last for decades under the right circumstances.

Caring for Your Dental Implant

You should consider your dental implants to be the same as your natural teeth, and care for them in such a manner. The areas where they were placed need to be kept clean and free of infection. Whether you have just one tooth replaced by an implant or several, you’ll still need to come in semi-annually for routine preventive care and teeth cleanings. Additionally, be sure to brush and floss your teeth every day, as well as supplement with an antibacterial mouthwash. Remember, just like your natural teeth, the better you take care of your implants, the longer they’ll last – they can even last a lifetime if you’re diligent!