Concerned About the Cost of Dental Implants?

Dental implants are the number one choice for teeth replacement because they look and feel like real teeth. However, since they are the best solution, they are also the most costly option. Many people don’t even consider dental implants because they think they won’t be able to afford them.

The thing is though, you won’t really know how much implants will cost you until you make an appointment with your local oral surgeon. It could be a lot less than you may be assuming it to be. Cost varies depending on location of the missing teeth, the number of dental implants needed, and if any other services are required for the dental implants to be placed in your mouth, such as bone grafting. Plus, you have to take into account that they are fully customized based on your mouth.

Dental implants won’t put you at any risk of embarrassment during social interactions, unlike dentures which can slip or even affect your speech. Implants are securely anchored into your jawbone. They are also easy to clean and do not accumulate food particles.

The benefits of dental implants are endless, so it’s definitely worth booking a consultation so that you know for sure how much the cost would be. You could consider financing as well.

Can you really put a price tag on a better quality of life and having your confidence back? We don’t think so.

To book a consultation with Dr. K. Bahi for dental implant surgery in Surrey, or bone grafting in Surrey, please call us at New England Oral & Cosmetic Facial Surgery today: 604-507-0514.

Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a great option for people who are missing teeth, however, this doesn’t mean that everyone is a good candidate for getting them.

For starters, it is critical to have healthy teeth and gums, as well as an adequate amount of bone density that would be able to support the dental implant. If you do not have enough jawbone density, the dental implant may not be able to withstand pressure from chewing.

An alternative for someone who does not have enough jawbone would be to undergo a bone grafting procedure, whereby bone is taken from another part of your body and transplanted into your jaw.  Your oral surgeon would be able to tell you if this is a viable and/or necessary option.

If you have certain diseases, such as diabetes (not under control with medication) or some type of autoimmune disease, it could hinder your ability to heal.

If you have gum disease, it would need to be treated and under control before dental implants would even be an option. It goes without saying that treating gum disease needs to be a priority regardless if you need dental implants or not. Left untreated, gum disease can actually lead to tooth loss.

If you smoke, you would need to be willing and able to quit throughout the whole dental implant process.  That said, if you were able to quit for a long period of time, it would be a unfortunate to revert back to this bad habit, so this could be a good opportunity to improve your overall health at the same time.

Are you located in Surrey, Delta, Langley, or surrounding cities?

Please direct questions about dental implants and/or find out if you are a suitable candidate, by calling us at New England Oral & Cosmetic Facial Surgery. We will book you for a consultation as soon as possible!

 

 

Bone Grafting for Dental Implants

Not Enough Jawbone Volume to Get Dental Implants? Bone Grafting is the Answer!

Dental implants are the perfect solution for missing teeth. They replace missing roots and support the artificial replacement teeth, resulting in the ideal functional and cosmetic solution.

That said, in order to get dental implants, you must have adequate bone in the right location, of proper width, and height.  Some people do not have the necessary bone to support the implants.

Some factors that affect jawbone volume include:

  • Tooth Extraction – patients who have had teeth extracted may lose bone surrounding the extraction area during the next few years after. This loss of bone is what is known as a “bone defect”.
  • Periodontal Disease – also known as gum disease, a bad case of periodontal disease can affect and permanently damage the jawbone that supports the teeth. This can lead to instability of the teeth.
  • Dental and/or Physical Injury – Infections and blows to the jaw can cause the bone to recede.

However, if you have any of these problems, there is still hope! You can get a procedure called “bone grafting” to restore the receded or damaged jawbone. Bone grafting can increase the height or width of the jawbone and fill in voids and defects in the bone.

Bone grafting:

  • Stabilizes and helps restore the foundation of the jaw
  • Corrects deformities
  • Restructures the bone to provide added support
  • Can limit or prevent bone recession

Your dreams of natural looking teeth through dental implants can still be a reality!  Call us to book a consultation to discuss dental implants and bone grafting today and be one step closer to smiling with confidence.