Question 1

wanted to know if i can get a dental implant while still having my braces?

Accepted Answer

Implant ; braces: Anything other than basic treatment (fillings and cleanings) should wait until after orthodontic treatment is completed. 
The position an implant is placed ( also crowns, bridges, and some fillings) depends on the position of the the other teeth, the amount and quality of the bone, and the occlusion (bite). This cannot be determined until the completion of orthodontic treatment.

Question 2

about a year ago braces  to fix under bite removed. now want dental implants- teeth of bad size and yellow.can treatments mix? wear retainer still thx

Accepted Answer

Yes: If your braces treatment was done by a specialist Orthodontist, he/she created the best possible platform on which the Restorative Dentist can now do cosmetic restorative e treatment.  Ask your Orthodontist to consult with your General Dentist to stage your restorative treatment.  Retainers may have to be adjusted or remade as restorative treatment proceeds.

Question 3

i am getting dental implants. what to expect?

Accepted Answer

Dental Implants: The answer to your question is best answered by the dentist(s) who are actually treating you and are aware of exactly what they plan for you.

Question 4

i'm wondering what is the process for dental implants?

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3 simple steps: 1) diagnostic phase, 2) surgical phase ;  3) restorative phase . Diagnostic steps should start with thorough oral examination ; 3-d ct scan. Surgical step is designed according to restorative guidelines using ct scan.  The final stage (restorative phase) could be completed as early as 3- 4 months following the successful integration of implants.

Question 5

what is the pros and corn of dental implant?

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They're great: Provide you with the best means of replacing missing teeth, and are the closest Dentistry has come to providing a tooth-like substitute.  As long as your bone/gum tissues are healthy, Implants/crowns are the leading edge restorations.  They must be cared for just like natural teeth (brushing/flossing).  They are expensive, but in the long run worth the cost.

Question 6

my son is 18 years old.  can he get a dental implant?

Accepted Answer

Dental implants: If your son is healthy, has adequate bone, and strong teeth next to the missing tooth, then he should be able to have an implant placed.

Question 7

can i be on isotretinoin while having a dental implant?

Accepted Answer

Mx and implants: I see no reason not but discuss this with the dentist who will be placing the dental implant.

Question 8

how long after dental implant until i can have oral sex?

Accepted Answer

IT varies: It depends on the location of the implant and whether it has a tooth on it or not. Definitely not in the first  two weeks to minimize the chance of infection, but the most critical thing is to prevent it from being subjected to trauma.

Question 9

what is the difference between veneers and dental implants?

Accepted Answer

Quite different: A veneer is a thin covering that is placed on the outer surface of a natural tooth to change the appearance of that tooth. A dental implant is a titanium screw that is surgically placed into your jawbone to replace a missing tooth.

Question 10

can you tell me what happens during dental implant surgery?

Accepted Answer

Summary here.: When a dental implant is placed, the area is numbed and possible IV sedation used. At the implant site, the gums are laid back, exposing the bone, allowing a cylindrical slot to be placed in the bone. The titanium implant is placed and the gums sutured closed over the site. There are other procedures that sometimes may be done at the same time or before such as bone augmentation. Ask your dentist.

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I am getting dental implants. what to expect?

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