Dental implants explained by dr erik mendelsohn and alternative to dentures to replace missing teeth

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(Free-Press-Release.com) January 14, 2009 -- Dr. Erik Mendelsohn Of SERENITY SMILE DESIGNS submitted this article to inform his patients and the public about the many advantages dental implants can offer a patient.

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Dental implants explained by dr erik mendelsohn and alternative to dentures to replace missing teeth

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Your teeth were designed to last a lifetime, but sometimes they don’t! Replacing missing teeth is important to your general health and to the health of your other teeth. Not only do you lose chewing ability when a tooth is lost, but unreplaced teeth can cause problems with your other teeth such as the loss of additional teeth, shifting of your other teeth. The loss of teeth can also cause changes in the bone of your jaw which can lead to a collapse of the bony structures that support your smile and lips and this can lead to early aging. The combination of these factors can lead to decreased confidence and self esteem.

Dental implants should always be considered as the first option to replace a failing or missing tooth. Replacement of lost teeth with dental implants has been used for treating missing teeth for many years and is now recognized as the standard of care when replacing teeth or for supporting dentures. Treatment is considered more predictable than bridgework, partial dentures, and root canal treatment; this is mainly because a bridges and other options rely on cutting down of the adjacent teeth as a part of the procedure. This preparation of the teeth can make them susceptible to decay and gum disease which are often the very same factors which caused the loss of the tooth in the first place.

What are dental implants?
Dental implants are substitutes for the roots of missing teeth. They act as an anchor for a replacement tooth or a set of replacement teeth.

Dental implants can even be used to stabilize your existing denture preventing it from becoming loose during eating and speaking. Dental implants can help to improve your qaulity of life and can help to increase self esteem. Imagine being able to bite into an apple again.


Am I a candidate for a dental implant?

Implant patients are of all ages and implants may be the right choice for anyone missing one or more or even all of their teeth due to injury, disease or decay. They are especially practical for patients who can no longer wear removable dentures. Your dentist can determine if you are a candidate for dental implants after a careful evaluation of your dental and medical history.
Are there different kinds of implants?
There are many shapes, sizes and brands of implants available. Your ICOI credentialed implant dentist will know which implant is the right one for you.
Do I have enough bone?
It is important for a patient to have enough bone to support the implant. If you do not have enough bone, there are many safe and effective ways to correct bone deficiency. Your dentist will assess this and advise you if additional bone material is needed.

Will this take a long time?

Treatment time can vary greatly depending on your needs. Each situation needs a separate evaluation; your ICOI (international congress of oral implantology)dentist will be able to give you an approximate timetable.
Whom should I consult for my implant treatment?
Your general dentist is your first resource for this service. The key is the implant dentist’s training, experience and credentials. ICOI credentialed dentists include general dentists, periodontists, prosthodontists and oral surgeons who perform the surgical and/or restorative procedures.
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Have a great day!

Dr. Erik Mendelsohn
Mainland Dental Associates

Mainland Dental Associates: 50 W Black Horse Pike - Pleasantville, NJ 08232
ph: 609-641-1065 - email:drerikm@gmail.com

More information can be found online at http://www.serenitysmiledesigns.com

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