Question 1

which type of dentist specializes in tooth implants?

Accepted Answer

Dental implants: Any dentist who has had the appropriate training can place and restore dental implants.
Oral surgeons, periodonists, and many restorative dentists surgically place implants.
Once the implants are placed surgically, they are completed by the restorative dentist.

Question 2

help, what type of dentist specializes in tooth implants?

Accepted Answer

There is none: Dental implants is not a recognized specialty within the dental profession. Any dentist who has advanced training to surgically place implants and/ or restores them can do so.

Question 3

please tell me what type of dentist specializes in tooth implants?

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Implant Drs.: Most implants are placed by oral surgeons, many are placed by periodontists, and now more and general practicioner.

Question 4

my general dentist wants to install a cemented vs. screw type implant crown. i respect him but want to leave future options open. does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Less expensive: ideal and stable for the bite. The occlusal contacts can be established with cement-retained restorations better since there are no occlusal screw access holes ar made.

Question 5

dental implant. what type of dentists should i see (prosthodontist or periodontist), what to do?

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Perio vs oral sugery: Depents on the expertise of the doc. Both periodontists, oral surgeons, and occasionallly general dentists or prosthodontids do implants.

Question 6

`what is the timeline for getting my perio under control so a dentist will consider implants?

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Until and if....: There is no special timeline. It depends upon the extent of the periodontal disease, the necessary  treatment, your cooperation with plaque control and your body's recuperative powers. Discuss the treatment plan, prognosis, and expected timeline with your own dentist who knows you and your specific situation best.

Question 7

how do  dentists decide when to do an implant?

Accepted Answer

Different factors: Implants replace missing teeth, so any time there is a tooth to be extracted or already missing, is a time to consider implant.  Sometimes, implants are considered as an alternative to root canal and crown procedure. There are many factors in addition, such as contraindications to patient having an implant (systemic health issues), bite considerations, patient maintenance.

Discuss with your doc.

Question 8

can only dentists buy the parts to an implant?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but confused: First, dental manufacturers will only sell products such as these to licensed dentists and dental lab technicians. In any case, it is your surgeon who will supply and place the dental implant fixture and your restorative dentist (they may be one in the same) who will order, fabricate and insert the rest of the implant components. You, as the patient will agree to the treatment plan & pay the bill.

Question 9

can a dentist break an implant stud when removing the crown?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Not sure what you mean by stud. I don't think it is possible to break and abutment. The second part of the implant that the crown is cemented to. However, the abutment is held in by a screw. Screws do come loose and have been known to break.

Question 10

has anyone heard of a dentist breaking an implant stud when removing the crown?

Accepted Answer

It can happen: Even though titanium is very strong, it can break with abnormal stress and force.

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