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One of our main specializations as a periodontal practice is treatment with dental implants. Both Dr. Henriod and Dr. Hendry are very experienced in dental implants and have placed, between them, thousands of implants with a 98%+ success rate. They know what to look out for and how to handle anything that might arise during treatment.
Dr. Henriod and Dr. Hendry are highly sought-after teachers of implant dentistry, as well as being highly trained in it themselves. Dr. Henriod & Dr.Hendry have additionally achieved the certification of Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, a rigorous training and examination process that only about 10% of periodontists have completed.
To make an appointment, call 626.389.9726 or click here to request an appointment online.
We offer a Dental Implant Consultation to assess what would work best for your situation, review treatment options, and answer any questions. We will present you with treatment plan options that take into account your budget and lifestyle.
Your first step is a consultation with Dr. Hendry or Dr. Henriod. You will be able to review options and get any questions answered. We offer a Dental Implant Consultation to see if implant treatment would be right for you.
To make an appointment, call 626.317.6326 or click here to request an appointment online.
Dental implants use titanium, a non-corrosive, neutral and long-lasting metal. However, Implants can suffer the same periodontal issues as natural teeth. They require good oral care and regular cleanings at the dentist just like natural teeth.
Once their implant is placed, most patients can’t tell the difference between their natural teeth and the implant tooth. They can eat with it completely normally, with full chewing power, and they can brush and floss normally as well. Implants used to support restorations such as dental bridges and dentures are also very lifelike in look and function.
Bone in the jaw atrophies where there is no tooth. This is because the bone requires the pressure of chewing to maintain its density. In the first year of losing a tooth, if no implant is placed, the bone where the tooth was can lose up to 70% of its previous volume.
Dentures can even accelerate bone loss as they rub against the bony ridge, gradually wearing it away.
Implants act as natural teeth and provide the stimulation needed to keep bone healthy. This is also true for implant-supported bridges or fixed implant-supported dentures (non-removable by the patient).
The gap caused by a missing tooth can destabilize adjacent teeth, causing them to shift towards the gap. This pulls your teeth out of position and can affect your bite and your ability to chew. A poor bite can also lead to problems with your TMJ (temporomandibular joint).
Gaps from missing teeth can act as traps for food and bacteria and can lead to gum disease.
As dental implants can prevent bone loss, they can also prevent facial sagging for people who have all or many of their teeth missing. Due to progressive bone loss caused by the missing teeth, the height between the tip of the nose and chin decreases, causing the lower third of the face to collapse.
Changes include excess wrinkles around the mouth, drooping jowls and sagging skin, thinning lips and a more pointed chin, making the person look a lot older than his or her true age.
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This starts with our state-of-the-art cone beam CT scanner which takes 3D 360º images of your teeth, jaw and related structures. The 3D scanner uses X-rays focused into a cone beam onto the precise areas of treatment. It employs only a fraction of the radiation used by medical CT scanners.
Using our 3D scan we create surgical guides to ensure precision implant insertion. The surgical guide is positioned over the gums during surgery to guide the implants into the most ideal position. This makes the surgery quick, safe and predictable and takes away the risk of nerve damage and sinus perforation.
Where extractions are needed, we remove the tooth very carefully, usually in pieces, so as to preserve the shape of the socket and to minimize damage to the surrounding bone and gums.
We can often place the implant immediately after an extraction, which often minimizes healing time
Implant healing (full integration with the bone) takes 2 to 4 months. In some situations a temporary implant tooth can be made immediately after placing an implant. An important factor determining speed of healing is how precisely the dental implant is placed, causing the least amount of impact on the surrounding tissues and bone. Our extensive planning and preparation, use of surgical guides, and controlled drilling ensures a very precise insertion.
Dental implants continue to evolve. One recent advance are dental implants made from Zirconia. Zirconia is a metal-like ceramic that is highly biocompatible. For patients with sensitivity to titanium, or who prefer a metal-less implant, we can place Zirconia implants.
We offer IV sedation for the more nervous or anxious patient to give them a more relaxing and comfortable experience.
In the past, patients with insufficient bone or who had certain health conditions or habits were not considered candidates due to difficulty in implant placement or the potential risk involved.
Developments in bone grafting and bone reconstruction as well as the minimally invasive nature of modern implant placement has made it so that most patients can receive implants. Additionally, there are now implant procedures that can even eliminate the need for bone grafting, making implant treatment faster and more affordable than ever.
People who smoke or who have conditions such as diabetes, can also be treated safely, although more precautions have to be taken.
When properly prepared, placed and looked after, dental implants can last your lifetime. Key to their endurance is the foundation in which they are placed. We make sure that your implants are embedded in healthy bone and gum tissue.
Using our 3D Cone Beam scanner, we capture 360º views of the jaw, teeth, gums, nerves and adjacent structures. This allows us to see the exact condition of your bone and gums. We precisely plan where to place your implants for best bone volume and density, as well as any other treatment that might need to be done to ensure your implant surgery’s success.
We guarantee our dental implants. We have a very high success rate and feel confident that your implant will last, given proper after care. If something does happen, we will always work to provide the best solution.
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