Dental Implants Kirkland WA
What are dental implants?
Did you know that many people refer to dental implants as “posts?” While it is technically true that a dental implant will act like a post, much like fence posts or mailbox post in that it will support overlying structure, a “post” is actually a separate dental accessory used to rebuild and restore broken teeth!
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, our oral surgeons first replace the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
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Surgical Advances
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Amini, Dr. Wang and Dr. Gaal are able to place single stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them, but do require a minimum of three to six months of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even certain situations where the dental implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Dr. Amini, Dr. Wang and Dr. Gaal perform the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis (crown). Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
Patient Reviews for Dental Implants
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Our Latest Patient Testimonial
Dr. Gaal was very attentive before and during the surgery. He and his staff explained every step and calming my nerves during the surgery.
- Ron C
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Great experience. Great doctor and awesome staff.
- Mengjiao W
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Show me your friends, I'll show you who you are! Show me your staff and I'll show you what type of doctor you are! What a great staff. From the front office to the back they are so caring, friendly and professional. After many years and a terrible past experience with implants, I have finally found a place that not only cares about their patients but they are cutting edge and well educated at what they do. Dr.Wang you have been amazing. You have done what others couldn't and I'm so greatfull for you and your entire staff. Your front staff was caring and understanding answering all of questions and the galls in the back are so gentle and really know their stuff.
- Sharon H
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My name is Mikhail and I had several implants put in by Dr. Patrick Wang. Just wanted to share my experience and say it went very well. I usually hate going to the dentist and it’s been a few years.. my previous dentist just kept pulling teeth without any replacements. When I met Dr. Wang he was able to give me an option of placing some implants so I can smile and most importantly eat again:) He is a professional and good at what he does. He did a good job explaining thjngs to me and made me feel comfortable! I highly recommend seeing him if you have any implants to do or any teeth to be pulled! Overall, very great doctor! Меня зовут Михаил. и Dr. Patrick Wang вставил мне несколько имплант. Я хотел бы поделиться и сказать что все прошло успешно. Я обычно не люблю ходить к дантистам, так как прежний дантист только вырывал зубы. Когда я встретил Dr. Wang, он посоветовал сделать импланты чтобы я смог снова улыбаться и самое главное есть:) Он профессионал и знает что он делает. Он мне хорошо объяснил процесс и я чувствовал себя удобно. Очень рекомендую обратиться к нему если вам нужно сделать импланты или вырвать зубы. Замечательный доктор!
- mikhail k
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Dr Patrick Wang and his Staff our great. Made my visit comforting and very painless considering the operation! I am very pleased with the results!
- Mark H
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I am quite impressed by the high standard work and professionalism carried out by Dr. Amini.
- Rad
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Dr Wang was very good about explaining the procedure and the post op care. He is very friendly.
- Julie N
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Dr. Amini payed attention to everything I said and gave me the most beatiful implants I could have asked for. Thank you!
- Rose M
Our Latest Patient Testimonial
I had a great experince with Dr. Amini. He is very knowledgeable, professional friendly and honest.
- Cherie S