Stunning Implant Treatments from our Dentist in Melville
Restoring your smile with dental implants is a three-step process that’s typically completed over several months. At Implant & General Dentistry of Long Island, our Melville dentists, Drs. Dean and Renee Glasser complete every phase of your implant treatment from your consultation to the placement of your final restoration.
Our practice is a one-stop shop for all your dental implant needs, preventing the hassle of juggling appointments between different doctors and locations. Explore our guide below to learn about each step of our Long Island dental implant process in detail.
Three Simple Steps to Your New Smile
Initial Consultation
The first step to your new smile is scheduling a consultation with our implant dentists in Long Island. During this visit, they’ll thoroughly evaluate your teeth, gums, and jawbone to determine if dental implants are the right treatment for you. They’ll also take the time to explain the implant procedure in more detail and answer any questions you have before developing your personalized treatment plan.
If you suffer from jawbone loss or receding gums, you may not immediately qualify for implants. We offer supplemental procedures, including bone grafting and sinus augmentation, to help prepare you for implant surgery. Best of all, our Long Island implant dentists can perform these treatments right here in our Melville dental office for maximum convenience.
Dental Implant Placement
Once our dentists sign off that you’re ready for implants, they’ll place the fixture directly in your jawbone and protect the surgical area with a temporary restoration. We use advanced dental technology, including surgical guides and 3D models, to ensure your implants are placed with unmatched precision.
Typically, your jaw will need three to six months to heal after surgery. This allows time for the process of osseointegration when your implant fuses with your jawbone to replace the missing tooth root. However, for patients with plenty of jawbone density, we may be able to offer same-day implants. This option allows us to attach your restoration immediately after surgery.
Final Restoration Placement
After your jaw has fully healed, you’ll return to our Melville office for your customized restoration. Dr. Glasser will attach it to your implant or implants, creating a stable solution that enhances your smile for years to come. Depending on your individual needs, your restoration may be a porcelain crown, a dental bridge, or dentures. We also offer full-arch dentures that can be secured with implants in one appointment using the All-on-4 or All-on-6 method.
No matter which implant solution you choose, we’ll ensure your restoration looks and functions exactly like your natural teeth. Once it’s in place, you can enjoy all the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the dental implant process take?
Receiving dental implants typically requires a series of appointments over several months. It’s important to give your mouth time to heal between every stage of the implant process to avoid complications.
During the healing process, your implant will integrate into your jawbone, creating a stable foundation for your restoration. Once your mouth is fully healed, you’ll return to our Melville office for your final fitting. Patients with healthy jawbones may qualify for same-day dental implants, in which they can receive their dental crowns right after they have their implants placed.
Is the dental implant process painful?
Using sedation dentistry or anesthesia, Dr. Glasser can ensure that you’ll experience little to no pain during your procedure. You may experience some swelling and discomfort as you heal, but our Melville implant dentists can prescribe pain medications to ease your soreness during the first few days following surgery.
How long does it take to recover from a dental implant procedure?
It typically takes about six to eight months to fully heal after an implant procedure. However, you may be able to resume your normal diet one week after your procedure, and your gums will usually begin healing after only three days.
In the months following an implant procedure, you may be ineligible for other dental procedures to avoid complications with your restoration. Dr. Glasser will provide you with an estimated treatment and healing timeline at your initial consultation.
How does osseointegration relate to the implant process?
Osseointegration is a process in which your implants will fuse to your jawbone for a stable and lifelong-lasting restoration. Typically, this process takes three to six months to complete depending on your oral health. Once your implant has fused with your jawbone and healed completely, you can return to our Melville office for your final crown fitting.
Can you get a temporary tooth while waiting for an implant?
Unless your jawbone is healthy enough for same-day implants, you won’t be able to receive your dental crown restoration immediately after your implant procedure. However, we won’t leave you without a tooth. Dr. Glasser will provide you with a temporary crown to protect your implant while it heals and allow you to enjoy a functional smile in the meantime.
Dental Implants from the Best Implant Dentist on Long Island
Don’t let missing teeth get in the way of life. Drs. Dean and Renee Glasser have the experience and tools to place dental implants with the utmost precision. For a stable, permanent restoration you can trust, our implant treatments may be the perfect solution.
To schedule your consultation, call our office today at 631-423-6767 or fill out our contact form below, and a member of our team will be with you shortly. We welcome patients from South Huntington, West Hills, and Plainview, NY.
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If you need to replace missing teeth, the only thing standing in your way is a simple phone call. Call our Melville, NY practice to schedule a consultation with one of our dentists today. Alternatively, you can fill out a contact form online and we’ll get back to you soon. It’s the first step on your journey to a new smile!