Dental Implants Medford
New Teeth That Last
Implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement. They look natural, are extremely strong, are biocompatible, and have been shown to last for decades. When placed by an oral surgeon with advanced training using the latest technology in implant dentistry, you can expect to enjoy fully restored chewing, speaking, and cosmetics often leading to an improved quality of life. If you’re ready to turn back the clock on tooth loss, schedule your consultation today.
Why Choose Greater Boston Oral Surgery & Implant Center for Dental Implants?
- Dual Dental & Medical Degree (DMD/MD) Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
- Fully Digital Workflow for Efficient Dental Implant Care
- A Leading Provider of Zygomatic & Pterygoid Dental Implants
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that looks similar to a screw that is placed directly into the jawbone in the space left by a missing tooth. There, a natural process called osseointegration takes place, where it fuses with the surrounding bone. Once ready, it can serve as the foundation for a crown, bridge, or implant supported full mouth prosthetic.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation: Whether you were referred from your general dentist or if you find us on your own, the implant process will start with a consultation with Dr. Keyser. He will evaluate you through a detailed examination, review of your CT scan, as well as medical and dental history. This will enable him to understand what treatment options are available and discuss these options with you.
- Dental Implant Surgery: Keyser is an expert when it comes to performing dental implant placement surgery, so you will enjoy the highest level of treatment as he lays the foundation for your new smile. You will decide the type of anesthesia that will be provided for your surgery.
- Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment: Over the next 3-4 months, your implants will fuse with your jaw, and you’ll eventually return to Dr. Keyser to have the implant checked for proper healing and integration.
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Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s): Lastly, the new teeth are attached firmly onto your implants, making you ready to eat all the foods you enjoy, and your new smile is complete.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Millions of dental implants are placed every year because they offer a host of unique benefits and are the best tooth replacement option available.
- They restore much more chewing strength compared to traditional dentures and bridges
- They look natural and don’t require clips or metal attachments to stay in place
- They don’t take up extra room in the mouth and slide around like removable dentures
- They are the only tooth replacement that can prevent bone loss over time
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They can easily last for 20-30+ years with routine dental hygiene
What are Zygomatic & Pterygoid Dental Implants?
Dental implants rely on the strength of the underlying jawbone to stay firmly in place, but after spending years with missing teeth, the jaw naturally atrophies and weakens. As a result, there often isn’t enough tissue to create a stable foundation. Typically, a patient would need to undergo a bone graft, but this step can often be skipped with zygomatic and pterygoid dental implants.
With these, special dental implants are anchored using the zygomatic (cheek) or pterygoid (skull behind the upper jaw) bone, taking advantage of a patient’s existing tissue so they can get their new teeth faster while still enjoying the advantages of dental implants. Dr. Keyser is one of the few oral surgeons in the area who can offer these treatments, giving his patients a one-of-a-kind experience.