What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are advanced biocompatible restorations that mimic the look, feel, and function of natural teeth. Implants are essentially artificial tooth roots that, when anchored into the bone, are strong enough to support permanent restorations like crowns, bridges, and dentures.
Call 949-364-2850Why should I see a periodontist for dental implants?
As part of their specialist education, periodontists receive extensive training in all aspects of implant placement. Over time, a periodontist completes many different types of dental implant cases and runs across many kinds of oral health situations. As a result, patients can expect the following:
- Better aesthetics & function
- Reduced risk of implant failure & better long-term success rates
- The ability to provide gum and bone grafting when necessary
- Competence in treating complex cases
- Quick and efficient treatment, which equals shorter time in the chair, faster healing time and less discomfort
- Ongoing maintenance and monitoring for long-term implant health and stability
Our Dental Implant Procedure
Precise Diagnostics and Planning
Dr. Reshad starts with full diagnostics to ensure he has a completely accurate view of the condition of your teeth and jaw. For this he obtains a comprehensive series of photographs and X-rays, which includes intraoral camera pictures of the inside of your mouth.
Using our 3D CT scanner, Dr. Reshad obtains detailed 360-degree images of your entire oral anatomy to determine if you are a candidate for implants and, if you are, to plan the treatment. The doctor uses the 3D data with special implant-planning software to simulate the implant placement in advance of the surgery.
Surgical Guides for Accurate Placement
The data gathered is then used to create a physical surgical guide that indicates the exact location, angle and depth for implant placement. Because of this detailed preliminary planning, the procedure is then smooth, accurate and efficient.
Making Sure You are Comfortable
We take every measure to make your implant treatment as comfortable as possible. Dr. Reshad will thoroughly explain your treatment and answer all your questions so you are informed and feel at ease.
Our injections are always gentle so you feel no pain. We have blankets and pillows for your added comfort in the chair, and if needed for longer procedures or heightened anxiety, we can provide oral or IV sedation.
Comfortable Extractions
If a tooth needs to be extracted before placing the implant, Dr. Reshad uses a special instrument to gently detach the tooth from the ligaments holding it in the socket. He then removes the tooth vertically, which causes little or no damage to the surrounding gum and bone tissue. This means the implant site will take far less preparation, swelling is minimized and healing time is much faster.
Expert Bone Grafting
Where inadequate bone is present to support an implant, Dr. Reshad will graft bone material into the implant site to regenerate the needed bone. He uses the latest procedures and materials for minimally invasive and effective bone regeneration.
Growth Proteins for Faster Healing
When needed, Dr. Reshad will add special growth proteins to the implant site. These proteins speed up healing, increase the level of tissue regeneration, reduce swelling and prevent infection.
Same-Day Temporary Teeth
When your implant is placed in a visible area of your smile, Dr. Reshad will place a temporary restoration tooth to maintain your smile while the implant heals. You also receive a temporary denture after implants are placed for a new implant-supported denture.
Lifelike, Beautiful, New Teeth
Dr. Reshad will attach your high-quality crown, bridge, or denture to your implants. The doctor sees to it that the teeth will be durable, aesthetic and remarkably lifelike.
Your Dental Implant Tooth Replacement Options
Implant-supported bridges
All-on-4 Implants
With the New Teeth in One Day procedure, you can now receive a full arch of replacement teeth in as little as one day!
Implant-supported removable dentures
Am I A Candidate for Dental Implants?
Because of major advances in technology, most people can now successfully get dental implants. In the past, people with too much bone loss around missing teeth did not have the necessary foundation for the implant to be securely anchored. Dr. Reshad uses advanced bone grafting procedures to replace the lost bone and provide the support for implants to be placed successfully.
People can now receive implants even if they have health conditions that formerly made successful implant placement too risky. This includes such things as diabetes, heart disease and heavy smoking. Dr. Reshad can work directly with your physician if necessary to ensure these factors do not adversely affect success.
Why Choose OC Perio & Implants for Dental Implants in Mission Viejo?
Dental implant placement is a precise procedure that requires very thorough diagnostics and meticulous planning and execution. Dr. Reshad uses the latest in technology to ensure your dental implant treatment is comfortable, accurate, efficient and minimally invasive.
Our specialists are highly trained and experienced in implant dentistry, having placed thousands of implants with the aid of advanced technology to ensure precise and predictable results. They’ve completed extensive post-graduate training at renowned institutions like the Misch International Implant Institute, the Pankey Institute, and the Spear Dental Institute, and are also trainers and lecturers in dental implant procedures, sharing their expertise with other practitioners across the U.S. and overseas. We prioritize patient comfort and satisfaction, and we’re committed to providing personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment.
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About Our Dentistry
- Financing Options: We offer payment plan and financing options.
- We serve patients from the following counties: Orange County
- We serve patients from the following cities: Mission Viejo, South and Central Orange County, including Laguna Niguel, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, Laguna Hills, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach and San Clemente
- Have Questions? Please feel free to contact us at 949-364-2850
