A dental implant is an excellent way to treat one or more missing teeth that may have been lost due to cavities, disease or trauma. A dental implant is a small titanium fixture that functions as a root of a tooth, allowing the dentist to secure a porcelain crown on top of it. When used to replace missing teeth, a dental implant looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth! Implants are also a great way to stabilize loose dentures, eliminating those potentially embarrassing moments and feelings of self-consciousness. Ask the Delaware Smile Center doctors for more information on dental implants and what they can do for you.

Dental Implants: Frequently Asked Questions

Will it hurt? Quite simply, no! Local anesthetic is used to eliminate any discomfort at the time of implant placement. If desired, patients can elect to undergo sedation for the length of the procedure. Minor soreness may arise the day the implants are placed. In such cases medication is easily prescribed to relieve any discomfort. Most patients will resue their normal activities the very same day that the implant is placed! Am I healthy enough for dental implants? In general, most people qualify for receiving dental implants. However, there are some medical conditions that may contraindicate the placement of implants. Because of this, it is extremely important to review your complete medical history with our dentists. Do I have to see a different doctor for the implant procedure? Delaware Smile Center offers a “one doctor approach” to placing dental implants. Drs. Sohaib and Saqib Usmani have received advanced education in dental impant surgery as well as the prosthetic restoration of dental implants. They will be able to walk you through each step involved in recreating a healthy and beautiful smile. I still have more questions. What should I do? Schedule a FREE implant consultation at Delaware Smile Center today! 302.285.SMILE (7645)