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Dental implants are surgically placed into the jaw bone. In most cases there is a small healing cap that rises just above the gum line that Dr. Frey can later unscrew. Once the jaw bone has bonded to the implant, Dr. Frey can attach a foundation piece, called an abutment, to the implant. The abutment rises above the gum line and can be shaped to support a crown, dental bridge, or can snap into the underside of a full or partial removable denture.
Crowns and bridges supported by a dental implant appear very natural and function just like the original teeth. For patients who have had trouble with keeping a denture in place, they can now snap their denture onto a secure post which allows them to eat practically anything they want!
Dental implants require sufficient remaining height and width of jaw bone to hold them in place. Dr. Frey can evaluate this for you. If you want to learn more about dental implants and whether you might be a candidate for implant dentistry, then please call the office at (707) 545-4125 to set up a consultation. You will have the opportunity to get answers to any questions or concerns you might have about dental implants; we believe that an informed patient is able to make the best decision about their oral health.
As always, the professionalism, and courtesy shown by Dr. Mark Frey's office was welcomed. Patient concerns are always dealt with promptly. Finding a dentist and staff that you enjoy going to takes a lot of worry out the process for me. Great Folks!
