Dental Implants – Brooklyn, NY

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Dental implants are a relatively modern advancement that have quickly risen to become the golden standard of tooth replacement. At Brooklyn City Dental, our highly skilled dental team is able to restore the entire structure of missing teeth, including the roots, within the comfort of our own dental office. Not only does this mean you won’t have to travel between specialists, but you’ll also get to stick with the same, trusted providers that you started with. Schedule a consultation today to learn how we can provide you with a smile that looks as natural as it feels thanks to dental implants in Brooklyn!

Why Choose Brooklyn City Dental for Dental Implants?

  • Start-to-Finish Dental Implant Care
  • CT Scanner for Better Treatment Planning 
  • Flexible Dental Financing Available
  • Experienced & Multilingual Dental Team

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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What Are Dental Implants?

Model of dental implants in Brooklyn

Dental implants are short, titanium posts that we can surgically place below the gumline and into the jawbone to reconstruct the missing root structure of teeth. Due to their biocompatibility, they’ll naturally fuse with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration, providing a strong, stable, and unwavering foundation for restorations like bridges, crowns, and dentures to be attached to. Because they provide the bone with stimulation and blood flow, this treatment is able to prevent bone erosion that can lead to changes in facial shape.

Dental Implant Candidate Quiz

Dental implants are widely considered the premier way to replace any number of missing teeth, but are they right for you? Determining if someone is a good candidate for this treatment involves multiple individual factors, and to help you get a better idea of where you stand, you can take the short quiz below. After you have completed it, you can give our office a call for a free consultation.

Do you have one or more missing teeth?
Do you have any chipped, stained or decayed teeth?
Do you have difficulty eating, chewing, or speaking due to a missing tooth?
Are you dissatisfied with the appearance of your teeth?
Do you wear a removable complete or partial denture?
Do you have discomfort with your removal denture if you wear one?
Do you have any teeth that appear to be loose or in pain?
Has your health suffered due to an altered diet because of an inability to chew your food properly?
Do you have a bridge that you dislike?

If you answered YES to ANY of these questions, there are often several alternatives to improve your teeth and smile.
To receive a personalized response to your smile analysis, please complete the following form.

You can have the smile you’ve always wanted! To schedule a FREE, no obligation office consultation, contact us today to schedule an appointment.

 

The 4-Step Dental Implant Process

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The process for receiving dental implants is inherently lengthier and a little more complex compared to traditional options like dentures or bridges. However, this process is very worthwhile given all of the benefits that dental implants have to offer, including their impressive lifespan and remarkable functionality. That said, our team is happy to walk you through this process in detail so that you can comfortably commit to rebuilding your smile with this premier restorative solution! Here’s a brief overview of the four main steps of the dental implant process:

Initial Dental Implant Consultation

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During your initial consultation, our team will carefully examine your mouth and facial structures to determine if dental implants are a viable option for you. We’ll be looking at your jawbone density to ensure that the bone is strong enough to support the implant posts, as well as screening your oral health to ensure there aren’t any underlying issues that might negatively affect your implants. Once we’re able to clear you for implants, we can schedule your surgery.

Dental Implant Surgery

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We’re excited to be able to complete the entire implant process in-house, meaning that you’ll be conveniently working closely with the same team under the same roof the whole time. As for the procedure itself, it’s quite straightforward; we’ll numb your mouth before making small incisions into your gum tissue to access your jawbone, where we’ll then place as many implant rods as needed. The gums are sutured shut and protective caps are placed over the posts so that they aren’t disturbed as your mouth heals.

Dental Implant Osseointegration & Abutment

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The implant posts will need a few months (anywhere from three to six) to fuse with your jawbone; this part of the process is known as osseointegration, and it’s pretty important since it ensures the future success of your restorations. Patients will have to follow a very specific set of recovery guidelines during this period to ensure that things heal up properly. Once the posts have successfully fused with your jaw, you’ll come back to receive abutments, which your final restorations are attached to.

Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s)

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A few weeks after your abutments have been placed, we’ll call you back in to attach your custom restorations. These replacement teeth will be designed based on precise impressions of your smile, meaning they’ll look, feel, and function identically to your original teeth. Once they’ve been placed, we’ll make sure everything looks right and your bite is correct before sending you on your way with your brand-new, complete smile!

Benefits of Dental Implants

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Dental implants are by no means the only form of tooth replacement available, but they do offer all kinds of benefits. The more you learn about the advantages that dental implants can provide, the easier it is to see why so many patients are turning to them to re-complete their smiles. If you’re still trying to decide whether dental implants are worth pursuing, read on to learn about some of the benefits that they provide.

Day-to-Day Benefits

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Just like your natural teeth, your dental implants will play an important role in everyday tasks such as speaking and chewing. As such, you will enjoy the following benefits on a daily basis:

  • Improved Confidence: Dental implants can give your self-esteem a boost in a number of ways. For one thing, they look and feel natural, making it easier to smile without hesitation. On top of that, you’ll never need to worry about your new teeth slipping or sliding out of place.
  • A Varied Diet: Thanks to their stability, dental implants can handle most foods, meaning you can enjoy your favorite meals again without restriction.
  • Easy Maintenance: Traditional dentures require you to buy specialized products to take care of them. In contrast, dental implants can be brushed and flossed as if they were natural teeth.

Health Benefits

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Dental implants can help improve your smile, but they also come with a number of key health benefits:

  • Jawbone Preservation: You may have heard that the jawbone tends to deteriorate when teeth are missing. Dental implants are the only type of tooth replacement that can prevent this bone loss from happening.
  • Improved Nutrition: It’s harder to maintain a healthy diet when there are limits on what you can eat. Fortunately, dental implants let you eat virtually any food, making it easier to fulfill your nutritional needs.
  • Keeping Natural Teeth Safe: Once tooth loss occurs, the remaining teeth may start to drift out of their proper positions. A dental implant can fill the empty space so that you don’t have to worry about future alignment issues.

Long-Term Benefits

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You’ll start to appreciate your dental implants even more as the years go by thanks to these long-term benefits:

  • A High Success Rate: Dental implants that have been in the mouth for 10 years have a success rate of 95%. In other words, you can generally count on dental implants to stay successful for a long time.
  • Longevity: Dental implants last far longer than traditional forms of tooth replacement. Some patients are even able to keep the same dental implants for the rest of their lives.
  • A More Youthful Appearance: Missing teeth are often associated with a sunken, aged appearance, but dental implants can go a long way toward helping you look younger.

 

Who Dental Implants Can Help

Dentist pointing to a dental implant model with a dental patient

One of the primary benefits of dental implants in Brooklyn is that they can help patients in a variety of different tooth loss situations, whether you’re missing a single tooth, several, or an entire arch of teeth. During your consultation, your dentist will outline a treatment plan for you, letting you know which of the paths we can take to provide you with a complete and functional smile.

Missing One Tooth

Animated dental implant with dental crown replacing a missing tooth

For a single missing tooth, we can secure one dental implant below the gumline and into the jawbone. Once it has fused with the bone, we can attach a dental crown to it to fill the gap in your smile.

Missing Multiple Teeth

Animated dental implant bridge replacing three missing teeth

Instead of relying on a traditional dental bridge that requires you to alter your natural teeth, we can secure a dental bridge onto one or two dental implants situated at either side of the gap in your smile. This process is less invasive to your natural teeth and longer lasting.

Missing All of Your Teeth

Animated implant denture replacing a full row of teeth

To restore an entire row of missing teeth, we can use single implants, implant bridges, or a complete implant denture. By using dental implants to support a denture, we can eliminate any risk of shifting or moving while you speak and eat.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants

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While it’s true that dental implants have a higher up-front cost than traditional dental restorations, they offer countless priceless benefits that patients will agree makes them well worth the investment. The cost of dental implants is largely based on various factors our team will discuss with you during your initial consultation. Dental implants are highly customized, so prices can vary dramatically depending on your needs. During your visit with us, we can discuss exactly how much it will cost and the different financial options available. Until then, here are some things to take into consideration.

Preliminary Treatments & Dental Implant Surgery

Digital illustration of bone graft and dental implant

Preliminary treatments, like gum disease therapy, tooth extractions, and bone grafting, are sometimes necessary and will add to the overall cost of your treatment. However, these preliminary treatments are vital for maximizing the success of your new smile. Fortunately, many of them are partially covered by dental insurance. We conveniently provide the entire treatment process under one roof, so you don’t need to worry about working with an outside specialist and needing to pay separately for the surgery.

The Parts of Your Dental Implant

Digital illustration of dental implant

Here are some of the most prominent factors we look at to determine the cost of your treatment:

  • Number of Implants: Depending on the number of teeth that you are missing and where they are located in your mouth, you will need more or fewer dental implants. The more implants you need, the higher the cost.
  • Type of Restoration: Crowns, bridges, and dentures all have different costs. In most cases, the smaller the restoration you get, the lower the cost is.
  • Material Used: Implants are usually made from titanium, but they can also be made from zirconia. These materials are at different price points.
  • Brand of Implants: Dental implants come from a variety of different manufacturers. This will influence their costs.

How Dental Implants Can Save You Money

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It can be tempting to try to save money by opting for an alternative tooth replacement option. Dental bridges and dentures are great for some people, but dental implants provide benefits you can’t get anywhere else. They can even help you save money in the long run. You don’t need to worry about paying for replacements every 5 to 7 years like you would for dentures, you don’t need to stock up on denture adhesives or cleansing solutions. Dental implants also help to prevent dental issues from arising, ultimately helping you avoid the need for costly treatments that add up over time.

Does My Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?

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Dental insurance plans often don’t cover the cost of dental implants, but there are some exceptions. Parts of the final or preliminary treatments are often covered. Our team is happy to work with you to understand what is and isn’t covered before your treatment begins. This way, we can fully maximize your coverage.

Making Dental Implants Affordable

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If you don’t have dental insurance, this doesn’t mean you will be left completely on your own. With our In-House Dental Savings plan, patients can save on treatments and procedures completed at our practice. We also work with CareCredit and Alpheon. These are third-party financing companies that can help to split the cost of your treatment into manageable monthly installments. To learn more about your financing options, don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our friendly team members.

To find out exactly how much you can expect your implants to cost, schedule a consultation with us. We’re eager to help you get your smile back!