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Dental Implants

Introduction

Introduction to Dental Implants

Dental implants are the ideal replacements for missing teeth. While most dental restorations focus on replacing the tooth’s visible part (the crown), dental implants replace the entire dental structure, including the roots. These are a great option when there aren’t enough natural teeth roots to support dentures or build bridgework tooth replacements. As such, dental implants become a firm and secure part of your dental anatomy, indistinguishable from natural teeth in aesthetics and functionality. Arthur Huang, DDS at Valley Grace Dental, is an experienced dental implant provider in Bakersfield, CA.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are titanium metal posts drilled into the jawbone under the empty socket of the missing tooth. Once the implant is drilled into the jawbone, bone tissues gradually heal around it, adhering to its surface via a process called osseointegration. Over time, the dental implant becomes a firmly rooted part of your dental anatomy.

Once your jawbone has healed around the implant, the dentist provides a dental restoration to attach over the implant, such as a dental crown, bridge, or implant-supported denture. The dental restoration replaces the visible part of the tooth, and it’s specifically designed to resemble your natural teeth. As such, dental implants look and function just like actual teeth.

A close-up view of a dental professional carefully examining a dental model featuring a Straumann implant. The model, showcasing a reddish-pink jaw with a precisely placed implant and an abutment tooth, rests on a cream-colored base. The professional's gloved hands demonstrate a meticulous approach, highlighting the importance of precision and attention to detail in dental implant planning and treatment. - Dental Implants in Bakersfield, CA

Dental Restorations We Offer:

At Valley Grace Dental, we offer the following dental restorations in Bakersfield, CA:

IMPLANT-SUPPORTED DENTAL CROWNS

Implant-supported dental crowns are ideal for patients missing one tooth. They are custom-made caps attached over the implant’s abutment. We take accurate measurements and impressions to provide natural-looking crowns that resemble the color, shade, and shape of your surrounding teeth. You can get dental crowns in various materials, including metal, ceramic, gold, etc., but we recommend tooth-colored porcelain crowns.

We recommend porcelain crowns to all our patients because porcelain has the same shade and texture as enamel; the two materials even reflect light the same way. While you can get implant-supported dental crowns for all your missing teeth, we strongly recommend crowns for patients missing one tooth. If you’re missing multiple teeth, you may be better served by implant-supported bridges or dentures.

IMPLANT-SUPPORTED DENTAL BRIDGES

Implant-supported dentures are ideal for patients missing an entire arch of teeth. They’re similar to removable full dentures, except that they’re firmly screwed over four or five strategically located dental implants. If you’re missing an entire arch of teeth, you can get implants positioned in four or five strategic points to attach the denture firmly. As such, you securely replace an entire arch of teeth without needing ten or more implants for individual crowns.

Dental bridges are custom-made to resemble your natural teeth’ shape, color, and shade. Our dental experts measure your teeth’s shade and take impressions to prepare natural-looking dental implants for your unique dental anatomy. You can also get dental bridges in multiple materials, but we highly recommend porcelain dental bridges because their texture closely resembles actual enamel. Dental bridges are suitable for patients missing multiple teeth in a series; if you’re missing an entire arch, you may be better served with an implant-supported denture.

What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

Our patients who have received dental implants in Bakersfield at Valley Grace Dental have shared their long-lasting impact and solid tooth structure. Some other benefits of dental implants are listed below:

  • Appearance is natural
  • Better oral health
  • Boost in self-confidence
  • Easier chewing
  • Enhanced smile
  • Good replacement for dentures
  • Improved speech
  • Long-lasting results
  • No enamel removal like in the bridge application

Who Are the Best Candidates for Dental Implants?

The best candidates for dental implants in Bakersfield will be those who are missing teeth and unable to wear dentures. Some characteristics of ideal candidates are listed below:

  • Able to have a bone graft if needed
  • Can commit several months to the process
  • Have healthy mouth tissue
  • Have mature jawbone
  • Maintain realistic expectations
  • No underlying medical conditions
  • Non-smoker
  • Want to improve speech

What’s the first step?

The first step in getting dental implants in Bakersfield is scheduling a consultation with Dr. Arthur Huang at Valley Grace Dental. During your consultation, Dr. Huang will discuss your medical history, specifically any heart conditions or bone or joint implants requiring an antibiotic course before surgery. He will then examine your mouth to see the target areas and outline the possible techniques and implants that would be ideal for your case.

If you agree to proceed, he will perform a full dental exam, requiring imaging and modeling of your teeth and jaw. He will also draft a treatment plan that includes the number of teeth that need to be replaced and the condition of your jawbone and remaining teeth. You can take the plan to our patient concierge for further scheduling and pricing options. The concierge will also give you pre-treatment instructions, which are critical to follow ahead of surgery.

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What to Expect on the Day of a Dental Implant Treatment

On the day of your dental implant’s first stage, Dr. Huang and his staff will welcome you to the practice, settle you in the surgical suite, and review your treatment plan in case you have any final questions. Once you are ready, a board-certified anesthesiologist will administer anesthesia to keep you comfortable throughout the procedure.

Once you are sedated, Dr. Huang will begin the first stage of the implant process. This stage will most likely involve removing damaged teeth or preparing the jawbone, if necessary. Once he has manipulated the dental element in that stage, he will close any incisions made with dissolvable sutures.

The following are the various stages for getting a dental implant:

  • Removal of damaged teeth
  • Preparation of jawbone, also called grafting, when needed
  • Placement of chosen dental implant
  • Wait for healing
  • Placement of abutment
  • Placement of artificial tooth

The entire implant process can take several months because patients must wait for the healing and growth of the new bone in their jaw.

Dental Implants Aftercare Instructions

After any of the stages listed above, patients usually will have some swelling, bruising, and discomfort at the target site. Dr. Huang can prescribe pain medicines or antibiotics after dental implant surgery.

Patients should rest for a few days after surgery and should eat soft foods while the surgical site heals.

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How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Bakersfield, CA?

The cost of Dental Implants in Bakersfield, CA, will depend on the type of implant you choose, the condition of your jawbone, and Dr. Huang’s fees, among other things. Patients are recommended to schedule a consultation at Valley Grace Dental as soon as possible so that a treatment plan can be drafted and the final cost estimated.

Why Choose Valley Grace Dental?

You should choose detailed patient care and expert treatment for dental implants at Valley Grace Dental because the owner, Dr. Arthur Huang, is a dentist with impeccable credentials. Dr. Huang’s genuinely caring nature comes through as a skilled family practice clinician. He has been in private practice for over 16 years, from Arizona to Orange County and Los Angeles County.

Dr. Huang is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Orange County Dental Society, Kern County Dental Society, The Crown Council, and Tops Institute Mastermind.

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