Dental Implants -- Falls City, NE

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants offer a number of benefits for patients who are missing teeth. Some of the most considerable advantages of this tooth replacement option include:

• A comprehensive solution: Dental implants give you back the missing tooth as well as its supportive root to provide the ultimate in stability and function.
• Improved oral and overall health: By stabilizing the jaw bone, dental implants prevent its degeneration and help you keep your remaining natural teeth in place.
• Enhanced esthetics: Dental implants look just like your natural teeth -- or even better.
• Protects surrounding teeth: Unlike with a fixed bridge, the surrounding teeth are not affected by dental implants.
• Easier eating and speaking: A stable tooth replacement makes it possible to eat what you like and speak without any difficulty (i.e. by avoiding lisps or whistles).
• A wise financial investment: When cared for properly, dental implants can last for a lifetime.

Indications for Dental Implants

Dental implants can be a great solution no matter how many teeth have been lost. The indications for dental implants are listed briefly below:

Missing One Tooth

A single dental crown can be placed without affecting the surrounding teeth with a dental implant post. The post will be placed beneath the gum line and restored four to six months later.

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Missing Multiple Teeth

When two or more teeth have been lost in a row, an implant-retained bridge can provide a wonderful solution that restores the ability to eat, speak, and smile with ease. This method can be fixed or removable, depending on your needs and preference.

Missing All Teeth

Patients who are missing a complete arch of teeth may struggle to find a secure fit for a complete denture. Dental implants can provide a stable solution. A strategic number of implant posts can be used to secure a complete prosthetic.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants

How much will dental implants cost you? Will any of the procedure be covered by your insurance? We get these questions every day, and due to the variety of ways dental implants can be used, the answer is always different from patient to patient. Factors affecting the cost of dental implants include how healthy the jaw bone is, how many implants you need to have placed, and others. The details of the surgical procedure(s), abutments, and the type of prosthetic being used will all determine how much your dental implant treatment will cost! Get in touch with us and book a visit discuss the details of your tooth replacement.

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Dental Implant FAQ’s

According to Dental Products Report, more than 500,000 dental implants were placed in the U.S. in 2017. If you are considering joining this number in eliminating the gap in your smile, you probably have some questions. Well, you are in luck – we have answers! Our expert team at Kobza Dental has compiled some of the most common questions and answers about dental implants in Falls City. If you still have questions about reading through this dental implant FAQ section, do not hesitate to give our team a call! 

How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

Investing in dental implants is investing in the long-term health and appearance of your smile! With proper care, you can rely on your implants for two decades or more – perhaps even the rest of your life! A variety of factors can influence the longevity of your dental implants, such as:

• If you brush and floss daily and see a dentist in Falls City every six months.
• If you avoid chewing or biting down on extremely hard items, like pen tips or pencils.
• If your dentist is skilled at placing dental implants. Dr. Kobza has completed advanced training in dental implantation at the Hands-On Implant Institute.
• If you lead an overall healthy lifestyle.

Can Dental Implants Fail?

With a success rate of approximately 98%, dental implants are a reliable and effective way to replace missing teeth. In some rare cases, however, dental implant failure can occur.

Tobacco use, diabetes or low bone density in the jaw can all prevent an implant from successfully fusing with the jawbone through a natural process called osseointegration. When this happens, the dental implant cannot provide the stable base necessary for an artificial crown or bridge.   

Gum disease and other oral infections can also reduce the chances that an implant will heal properly. For this reason – among many others! – candidates for dental implants must practice excellent oral hygiene both before and after implantation surgery.

Is the Dental Implant Procedure Painful?

Because dental implantation involves a minor surgical procedure, many patients worry that replacing their teeth with dental implants will be an extremely painful experience.

However, there is no reason to fret! Almost all dental implants are placed under a local anesthetic that numbs the mouth and prevents patients from feeing any pain. At most, you might feel some dull pressing and pushing during the procedure as well as some vibration during the drilling stage.

For more complex cases that involve multiple implants, sedation can be provided to make patients feel relaxed and at ease throughout the lengthier procedure. Sedation can also be helpful for those patients that suffer from dental anxiety.

Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

Most adult men and women with missing teeth make excellent candidates for dental implants. However, certain factors can contribute to the success of the procedure, such as:

• Excellent oral hygiene habits
• Healthy gums
• Sufficient jawbone depth

To find out if dental implants are the best tooth replacement solution for you, schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Kobza. A member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, he has the experience and expertise to evaluate your teeth and determine the best treatment to restore your smile.