Dental Implant Options in North Hollywood CA

Dental implants are artificial screws that replace the roots and are surgically placed into the jawbone to support a single-tooth replacement (crown) or multiple teeth including a fixed partial (bridge), a partial denture or complete denture.

A dental implant replaces broken or lost teeth, acts as a substitute tooth, helps to ensure that you have a complete dental system, and supports the gums and jawbone.

Getting dentures in North Hollywood CA

Single Tooth Options

If you are missing only one tooth, your dentist will surgically implant a single dental implant into bone in your jaw.

If you are missing most or all teeth on an arch (upper or lower), a denture with implants may be your best option. If you are missing only a few teeth, your dentist may do a multi-teeth implant procedure with custom-made replacement teeth called an implant-supported bridge.

Replacing Two Adjacent Teeth

If the patient needs to replace two adjacent teeth, then one implant may be used with the second tooth suspended above it.

If two or more nearby teeth are missing, Dr. Elzayat suggests replacing them either with individual dental implants or an implant-supported bridge, a stronger and stable solution. The benefit of an implant-supported bridge is that you can securely replace multiple missing teeth in a row – and not need to spend money on replacing each tooth.

Removable Partials

Implant-supported partials may also be a good option for patients who are grinding their teeth at night, since they can remove the partial, protecting it from potential damage.

Implant-supported partials are an effective choice to replace multiple teeth for individuals who have difficulty with brushing and flossing, since the partials can be removed and cleaned from the mouth. Implant-supported dentures are an effective treatment solution for patients missing all of their teeth. Denture wearers, patients with missing teeth and patients with teeth that are no longer functional can all benefit from dental implants because of the properties similar to teeth.

Modern oral surgery has made it possible to create dentures custom-made to fit your unique jaw shape and gums, and these dentures can be connected to the jaw using various different types of dental implant options. Subperiosteal implants are generally used for patients who cannot wear conventional dentures, and do not have the proper height of the bone to support an endosteal implant. Subperiosteal implants are placed directly on the bone tissue and consist of a metal frame which supports the denture.

Implants can also be used to secure bridge or partial dentures in place, making them much more stable than traditional methods. Implants provide an anchor for the bridge or partial denture, making it much more comfortable and less likely to slip.

If you’re in the North Hollywood area considering your options for dental implants, reach out to our team at A-Dental Center.

We’ll be more than happy to discuss your options and help you find the right solution for your needs. We offer a wide range of dental implant solutions, so no matter what type of implant treatment you’re looking for, we can help.

Our team is composed of highly experienced professionals who specialize in all aspects of cosmetic dentistry, including implants.