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Top 7 Facts You Should Know about Dental Implants
Dental implants are so similar in strength, durability, and appearance to natural teeth that few people can tell the difference. Despite their popularity, not everyone is familiar with implant treatment. Knowing the facts can help you decide if they’re right for you. Drs. Ricardo Andrade and Denisse Montalvo from Dynamic Dental are the people to see for implants in Sacramento, California.
In this post, Drs. Andrade, Montalvo, and our team have compiled seven facts you should know before getting implant treatment.
Fact #1 Implant Treatment Requires Surgery
Implants are surgically placed inside your jaw to replace lost tooth roots. The procedure is done using local anesthesia and sedation for a comfortable, stress-free treatment. After a thorough dental evaluation and review of your medical history, Drs. Andrade and Montalvo can determine if implants are a good fit for you.
Fact #2 Implants Can Take Months to Heal
After implant placement, osseointegration begins. This is where the implants fuse with the surrounding jawbone tissue and heal. This process can last from three to nine months, depending on the complexity of your treatment. Once the implants heal, they’ll take the place of lost tooth roots to support your new teeth.
Fact #3 Implants are Good for Your Oral Health
Implants prevent bone loss, improve your bite, and help remaining teeth stay in place, keeping your smile properly aligned. They make it easier to keep your mouth clean, helping prevent decay and dental disease. Your smile will be stronger and healthier than ever after implant treatment.
Fact #4 Implants Don’t Require Special Care
Implant teeth are fixed restorations that you brush and floss, just like real teeth. You’ll also see your dentist twice a year for routine cleanings. Implants won’t get cavities, but plaque can accumulate around the gum line, leading to a gum infection if you don’t keep this area clean.
Fact #5 The Implant Process Isn’t Totally “Risk-Free”
Although implants have a 95% success rate, the process isn’t totally risk-free. Though rare, there’s a risk of infection, damage to neighboring teeth, or implant failure. Choosing an experienced implant dentist in Sacramento for your procedure minimizes these risks, increasing the likelihood of a safe, successful treatment.
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Fact #6 Implants Can Replace Any Number of Teeth
Implants can replace any number of teeth, Covering one to all of your teeth. Our dentists will use dental crowns, fixed bridges, and implant dentures to replace your teeth, tailoring your treatment to your unique dental needs.
Fact #7 Implants Can Last Indefinitely
When properly placed and cared for, titanium implants can last a lifetime. Your restorations can last up to 20 years. When it’s time to upgrade your smile, new restorations can be placed on the same implants, saving you the cost of another surgery.
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To learn more about our implant treatments or to schedule a consultation, feel free to contact Drs. Ricardo Andrade or Denisse Montalvo from Dynamic Dental in Sacramento, CA, at (916) 256-2500.
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Dr. Ricardo Andrade and Dr. Denisse Montalvo – the Dynamic Dental team
Husband and wife duo Dr. Ricardo Andrade and Dr. Denisse Montalvo head the Dynamic Dental team.
Dr. Andrade received his undergraduate degree in Genetics with a minor in Spanish from Long Beach State University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California San Francisco. He completed hundreds of hours in continuing education courses before establishing his family and cosmetic dentistry practice in Sacramento. He is keen to introduce the latest advancements and technologies in family dentistry, implants, and orthodontics at his practice.
Dr. Montalvo has over 19 years of experience and continues taking educational course and specializes in cosmetics, therapeutic Botox and implant dentistry. Dr Montalvo graduated with a Zoology major from Auburn University, from which she received a full athletic scholarship for fast pitch softball. She received her doctorate degree from UCSF, University of San Francisco dental school where she met her husband Dr. Andrade.
Dr. Andrade and Dr. Montalvo have two kids and enjoy their time off with their children, traveling to new countries on dental missions. Their adventures include Cusco, Peru, in 2023, Rosarito, Mexico, in 2024, and planning a trip to Guatemala in 2025.