Dental implants are an amazing way to replace missing teeth. Their strength, predictability, and non-invasive design makes them one of the best options for restoring your smile!

If youโ€™re considering dental implants in Encino, here are a few of the things our dentist will need to discuss to make sure youโ€™re a candidate for the treatment process:

Do you use tobacco products?

Although smoking isnโ€™t necessarily a complete opt-out for implant therapy, it can affect your healing and success rate. Itโ€™s important to have an honest discussion related to tobacco use prior to committing to implant treatment.

Medications that you use

Certain types of over-the-counter, recreational, and prescription drugs can alter how your body responds to medical procedures. Be sure to provide Dr. Jamsheed with a list of any medications or supplements that youโ€™re taking.

Your gingiva (gum) and bone health

Dental implants require a healthy, stable base to support them. If you have a history of tooth decay or severe gum disease, those infections will need to be managed prior to initiating implant treatment. Weโ€™ll also want to take an X-ray to evaluate the quantity and quality of bone that there is in your mouth, as this will serve as the primary foundation for your new โ€œtoothโ€.

Underlying health conditions

A thorough health history review will allow us to identify specific conditions โ€” such as bleeding disorders, recent surgeries, or bone disease โ€” that are contraindications for implant therapy.

Ensuring a Successful Experience

We want each dental implant treatment to succeed. Thatโ€™s why we work closely and carefully with each patient to ensure theyโ€™re a candidate for implants before we initiate the installation process.For more information or to find out if you qualify for modern dental implants, call Encino Dental Studio!

 

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