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ODESSA, FL 33556
A dental implant is a post made of metal that is designed to replace missing teeth. It is usually made out of titanium and is placed surgically into the jawbone where the tooth is missing. We have helped many who have been told they do not have enough bone, why not come in to see if you’re a candidate?Â
You have several options when replacing teeth; it isn’t limited to crowns and conventional bridges or dentures. Dental implants are aesthetically pleasing and feel very natural.
Implants are surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments. With time, they fuse to the jawbone and serve as a base for individual replacement teeth, bridges or dentures.
We typically recommend dental implants to patients who are missing their natural teeth. Rather than feel badly about your smile or having to resort to wearing a partial denture, an implant can be placed into the underlying jawbone. Implants are often considered permanent because they actually bond with the jawbone over the course of just a few months. You’ll love having a full, healthy smile thanks to implant technology.
The best way to determine if implants are right for you is to start with an exam and series of x-rays. There is no age limit when it comes to who would benefit from this restoration in our office. In order for dental implants to work for you, you need enough bone in the area where they’ll be placed. A bone grafting can be done on patients who are missing bone.
First, we numb the area that will be worked on. We then make a small incision through the gums to place the titanium implant post. This is done using special tools and techniques. The implant is embedded deep into the jawbone and we’ll provide you with instructions on how to care for the area while it heals. You can expect the implant to heal in roughly six months. Once healed, we’ll make a special crown that fits over the implant’s abutment to finish off your smile.
If you would like to learn more about implants and how they can benefit your smile, call us today so that our helpful team members can further assist you.
With a bachelor of science degree and a doctor of dental medicine degree, Dr. Truong is a clinical professor at the University of Florida and Lake Erie College of Medicine. Fluent in more than just dentistry, Dr. Truong speaks French, Vietnamese, and English. She enjoys volunteering at dental clinics across Florida and has lead multiple mission trips in Guatemala providing care to underserved communities. Dr. Truong was Chief Doctor of the University of Florida Prosthodontics and Implant Specialty program.
Aside from having her research published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Dr. Truong is a member of The International Team for Implantology, American Dental Association, and The American College of Prosthodontics.
With a bachelor of science degree and a doctor of dental medicine degree, Dr. Truong is a clinical professor at the University of Florida and Lake Erie College of Medicine. Fluent in more than just dentistry, Dr. Truong speaks French, Vietnamese, and English. She enjoys volunteering at dental clinics across Florida and has lead multiple mission trips in Guatemala providing care to underserved communities. Dr. Truong was Chief Doctor of the University of Florida Prosthodontics and Implant Specialty program.
Aside from having her research published in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Dr. Truong is a member of The International Team for Implantology, American Dental Association, and The American College of Prosthodontics.
Most people are told they don’t have enough bone to qualify for dental implants. As a specialist, we have helped many patients who thought they couldn’t get dental implants.