When you lose a tooth, it compromises both the form and function of your smile. Dental implants are the most advanced option for full root-to-crown tooth replacement. At Ridge Oral Surgery, we are proud to offer dental implant care to patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ, and throughout the broader New York City suburbs.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small titanium rods, inserted into your jawbone where they can serve as artificial roots. Once they have fused with the surrounding bone, they provide steady anchors for custom-made replacement teeth, which look, feel, and behave just like your naturally growing teeth.
Why Select Dental Implants Over Other Options?
Dental implants are widely considered to be the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. One reason for this is that they actively preserve your oral health and vitality. By replacing your tooth roots, implants stimulate the jawbone and prevent bone atrophy. Additionally, dental implants can be placed without doing any damage to healthy adjacent teeth.
Dental implants are nearly as strong as natural teeth, meaning you can enjoy all your favorite foods like normal. And, with custom-made prostheses, they allow you to enjoy a seamless and confident smile.
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
If you are missing one or more teeth, or if you anticipate the need for a tooth extraction, then you likely qualify for dental implants. The ideal candidates are in good health overall, without any untreated periodontal disease or untreated diabetes. Further, the best candidates have adequate jawbone, or are eligible for a bone graft.
Getting Started with Dental Implants
Your dental implant journey begins when you schedule a consultation at Ridge Oral Surgery. At this initial appointment, your doctor will collect medical images, perform a physical evaluation of your teeth and jaw, and ask some questions about your medical history. All of these data points help to confirm your eligibility for a safe, successful procedure.
In some cases, we might need to schedule some preparative treatments before you can have your implant placed. These treatments can include periodontal treatment, the extraction of a non-viable tooth, or bone grafting to regenerate jawbone tissue.
Post-Op and Recovery Timeline for Dental Implants
Most patients find that dental implant recovery is fairly easy. In fact, you may be ready to resume your normal school or work activities within just two or three days.
Following your initial implant placement, you will need to allow a few months for your implants to heal. During this time, you will wear a temporary prosthesis, ensuring a full and confident smile. Once your implants have fully healed, you will return for the final, permanent replacement tooth to be set into place.
Initially, you will need to stick to soft foods and liquids. As your implants heal, you will be able to transition back to your normal diet, enjoying all of your favorite foods as you wish.
Dental Implant Surgeon Serving Berkeley Heights, NJ
At Ridge Oral Surgery, we are pleased to provide extensive implant care for patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ and beyond. Restore a beautiful, healthy smile with dental implants. Start the journey by scheduling a consultation with dental implant surgeon, Dr. Mehrotra, at (908) 395-0111.