Implants are now the preferred
treatment for replacing missing teeth. Recent studies have
shown that the
success rate of a single tooth implant over a ten-year period
is 95 percent, compared to the success rate of a three-unit
bridge, which is 75 percent . With the cost of these two procedures
being virtually identical, it is of no wonder that implant
dentistry has become one of the most rapidly developing fields.
This modern solution solves the dilemma of replacing missing
teeth without disturbing neighboring teeth and concealing the
evidence of any dental work, while satisfying the patients
personal desires of appearance. At Wantagh Dental Arts P.C.
our Implant team (Dentist, Periodontist, Dental Laboratory,
and Patient) can provide you with the results that will meet
your needs.
Cosmetic Dentist: Dr.
Bryan Hoertdoerfer
Implant Surgeon: Dr. Lynn
Pierri
Lab: Bonadent
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| These photographs illustrate the difficulties
in detecting well-fabricated implants and implant crowns. |
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| Included in your personal evaluation are
consultations with both the restorative Dentist and the
Surgeon/Periodontist as well as a work up with the dental
lab. These efforts are combined with the patients
desires in order to provide the best functional and cosmetic
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This twenty-year-old male was born
without permanent lateral incisors. This photograph
was taken seven months after implant fixtures were
placed, and before temporary crowns were inserted.
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This photograph was taken immediately
after permanent implant crowns were cemented, which
was about thirteen months after fixtures were placed.
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| If you have any questions or comments, or
are interested in learning more about these procedures,
please contact our office at 1-877-295-3051 |
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