With proper care, dental implants can last 20 years or longer. The titanium post integrates with the jawbone, creating a strong and lasting foundation for your new teeth.
If you have missing teeth or a tooth that can’t be saved, dental implants may be your long-term solution. Dental implants allow you to go back to living life as though your tooth is still there with its natural appearance and function. Get back to eating well, laughing out loud, and living comfortably again with dental implants.
As a prosthodontist, Dr. Kim is a specialist in this exact procedure. An additional 3 years of extensive residency training after dental school gives her unique know-how to see your case more comprehensively and understand the complexities of a healthy bite.
Every detail in dentistry matters. Dr. Kim works with the best-in-class team who also values modern technology and has hand-picked every tool, material, and component used on your tooth to optimize the longevity of your dental work.
It is paramount that you feel empowered about your teeth & dental care. Dr. Kim enjoys simplifying what is complex about dentistry. She intentionally embeds time necessary (without extra cost) to fully discuss all your questions.
Your work should last and look fantastic. Other dentists love working with Dr. Kim because she quarterbacks your care and delivers with consistent excellence. Other health professionals go to her for their own dental care. Our motto is: Do dental work once, maintain it for life.
At Montvale Prosthodontics, experience and compassion are combined to create long-lasting results catered to you. During your initial consultation, we will discuss what you’d like to achieve in your smile. Dr. Kim will then study your case in detail using x-rays, photos, and impressions. With her findings, she will create a personalized treatment plan involving a team of lab technicians that will best serve your goals and overall health.
“Dr. Kim was thorough, knowledgeable, skillful, and caring. She communicated prior to any procedures and made sure that I was comfortable at all times. She provided with hope and options for restoration and implantation of my teeth and smile.”
“My first visit to Dr. Kim was a great experience. She immediately puts you at ease with her calm and sweet demeanor. The most impressive part of my visit was that Dr. Kim took the time to show me my problem areas on my x-rays, which I have never had a dentist do before. This helped me to know why and how to care for my teeth better, thus motivating me to do so. I never felt rushed. She and her staff have a special way of making your visit personalized, comfortable and stress-free.”
With proper care, dental implants can last 20 years or longer. The titanium post integrates with the jawbone, creating a strong and lasting foundation for your new teeth.
The dental implant procedure is generally well-tolerated. Local anesthesia is used during surgery, and most patients experience mild discomfort during recovery, which can be managed with medication. For full arch implants, sedation may be used by the oral surgeon to ensure you are absolutely comfortable.
Good candidates for dental implants have enough bone density in the jaw and are free from serious medical conditions that could interfere with healing. A consultation with Dr. Kim will determine if implants are right for you.
The entire dental implant process can take multiple months, as it involves multiple stages, including the placement of the implant, healing time for osseointegration, and attaching the replacement teeth. You will always be with teeth during the process.
Dental implants provide greater stability and bite force compared to bridges. Bridges require you to use the surrounding teeth for support, which can strain them overtime. Implants allow you to just focus on the area of concern without compromising other teeth.
Dental implants require regular brushing, flossing, and routine check-ups just like natural teeth. Every two years, the prosthesis will be removed to be cleaned and attachment screws replaced. Attachment screws are small screws that attach the prosthesis (teeth replacement) to the implant (root replacement).
You can think of attachment screws like tires on your car that need to be changed out from time to time. Good home care is very important to ensure the longevity of your implants and overall health.
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