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Getting implants is a long and multi-faceted process, so it’s natural to have questions about this treatment. Dr. Cole Sutak and our dedicated team from Lone Star Smiles in Lubbock, Texas, provides your needed answers. Knowing more about implant surgery will give you a better idea of what to expect from this permanent dental restoration.
Implants are essentially artificial tooth roots. They come in the form of titanium screws and are used to secure your new teeth in place when natural teeth go missing.
Dr. Sutak will thoroughly evaluate your mouth, take X-rays, and review your oral and medical history to determine if you qualify for implants. If so, we’ll discuss treatment options and map out your procedure. Implant placement entails oral surgery. Dr. Sutak will make incisions in your gum to gain access to your jawbone. We will drill holes in your bone tissue, insert the implants, and suture your gums for healing. Most implant surgeries conclude within a day, and the initial recuperation period following surgery should take approximately one week. Full implant recovery, however, is months down the line as it takes time for the implants to fuse with your jawbone and heal.
Recovery times will vary depending on the complexity of your treatment and the healing rate. On average, implants take three to six months to integrate with your bone and heal. Once they heal, Dr. Sutak can attach abutments and your new teeth to finalize your treatment.
Almost anyone who has lost a tooth can benefit from implants. While bone loss issues can often resolve with a bone graft, two primary requirements are good overall health and healthy jawbone density.
Dental implants are considered the next best thing to having natural teeth. With implants, your new teeth will have the support of tooth roots, which means they won’t come loose. Implant restorations are strong, secure, and stable, giving you greater freedom to eat the foods you love. Implant restorations look and feel natural and restore your smile beautifully. They can be brushed and flossed like real teeth and last over 20 years. Implants also support your jaw, prevent bone loss, and keep your face from sagging. They fill the gaps left by missing teeth and support nearby teeth to keep them from shifting out of alignment.
With proper care, titanium implants can last for 30 or more years, a lifetime for many people. Quality crowns, bridges, and dentures can last up to 20 years. Good oral care can keep your new smile strong well into the future.
Look no further than Dr. Cole Sutak at Lone Star Smiles in Lubbock, TX. Call us today at (806) 666-1099 to schedule your implant treatment consultation.
Dr. Cole Sutak and his dedicated team at Lone Star Smiles are committed to providing quality dental care for patients in and around Lubbock, TX. He specializes in full-mouth smile makeovers, implants, and more, and his primary goal is to help all patients have the smile of their dreams.
Dr. Sutak received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Midwestern University in Arizona, and he continues expanding his knowledge in emerging treatments and technologies. He is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, Spear Education, and South Plains District Dental Society. Lone Star Smiles was recently presented with the Great Practice for Assistants to Work award.