Our team is always ready to answer you questions about our dental care and services. Here are the answers to many common questions about the dental implant process. If you have additional questions or concerns about implant dentistry, we are here to help.
How Quickly Can I Get A Replacement Tooth?
After a thorough dental exam, Dr. Ashley Izadi or Dr. Roham Rafat will help to determine what your best missing tooth treatment option will be. Dr. Rafat offers full-service dental implants in his Hunt Valley, MD, dentist’s office for one or several missing teeth.
After surgery, the dental implant typically requires 3 to 6 months to fully integrate with the jaw bone before we can secure the permanent restoration. Dr. Rafat may be able to provide a temporary crown while the implant heals. The entire process can take 6 to 8 months.
Am I A Candidate For Dental Implants?
Most patients will qualify for dental implants. You should have healthy gums and sufficient bone structure to anchor the implant. If you have suffered jawbone loss, we recommend bone grafting to ensure the success of your dental implant.
There are many situations where getting a dental implant would not be the best treatment for missing teeth, such as taking certain medications or suffering from certain diseases. Please discuss these issues at your dental implant consultation.
How Long Does A Dental Implant Last?
If cared for properly, a dental implant can last a lifetime. Daily care for your dental implants is very similar to the care required for your natural teeth. Brush twice a day and also floss at least once a day. It’s also important to visit Dr. Izadi or Dr. Rafat twice a year for a routine dental health exam at their Hunt Valley, MD, dental office.
Will I Have To See A Specialist?
We are a complete implant dentistry. This means we handle every step of the dental implant process in one place, from planning and surgery to placing the final restoration. The Valley Dental Health team will handle your insurance, consultation, surgery, recovery, and the bonding of the final restoration. Dr. Rafat is one of the leading periodontists in the Baltimore, MD area. He provides comprehensive dental implant treatments for the convenience and quality of care.
Is It Painful Getting A Dental Implant?
The dental implant surgery is surprisingly a comfortable procedure. Valley Dental Health offers a full range of sedation dentistry options to make sure that you are as relaxed and comfortable as possible throughout your treatment. Our dental care team will discuss your sedation options and together you will choose the best option.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Dental implants are a significant investment. To compare the cost of dental implants with alternative treatments, you must also weigh the long-term benefits of dental implants. A dental implant is less likely to need repairs and maintenance. In addition, dental implants can provide a much higher quality of life.
Your dental insurance may cover part of the cost of dental implants. We accept most dental insurance and will contact your provider to check your benefits. Valley Dental Health also offers affordable financing options through CareCredit.
I Have More Than One Missing Tooth. Can I Still Get Dental Implants?
Yes, a dental implant can be used to replace one missing tooth or to replace all of your missing teeth by supporting a denture or bridge. If the dental implants are being used to support a denture or bridge, Dr. Rafat may need to place as few as two dental implants to secure the restoration.
What if I Need Additional Dental Treatments?
For some patients with missing teeth, multiple treatments may be necessary to restore their oral health. If additional treatments are needed, Dr. Rafat will discuss the need and benefit of each treatment. We provide sedation dentistry options so you may receive more than one treatment at a time.
Do dental implants require special care?
Dental implants require no more maintenance than your natural teeth.For long-term success, your dental implants rely on healthy gums and surrounding teeth to thrive, just like your natural teeth. Regular oral hygiene, brushing and flossing regularly and biannual dental checkups with Dr. Rofat or Dr. Izadi should keep your dental implants healthy for a lifetime of smiles.