Am I A Candidate? - VALPARAISO, IN

Underlying medical conditions that require medications such as steroids or immune-system depressants can impair dental implant fusion with the jawbone. In addition, corticosteroid therapy may reduce bone density and increase tissue frailty. Chemotherapy and radiation can also impact dental implant outcomes. Although taking these medications doesn’t mean you can’t get dental implants, it’s imperative to seek care from a team with the medical knowledge to adjust your treatment plan accordingly to improve the likelihood of a successful outcome.

Peri-implantitis is a an infectious, inflammatory condition that impacts the dental implant in a similar manner as gum disease destroys bone around natural tooth roots. A key difference is that the process is more intense and deeper than with natural teeth. In early stages, peri-implantitis symptoms are mild and generally include swollen gums and mouth tenderness or sensitivity. The longer the infection goes untreated, the more serious the side effects become. Prevention includes treating gum disease and infection prior to dental implant surgery. In addition, maintaining good oral hygiene is an essential part of post-implant surgical care. Brushing, flossing and rinsing regularly will help reduce the risk of an infection compromising the integrity of your implants.

The habit of tooth clenching/grinding (bruxism), especially during the healing phase can also negatively impact dental implants. The repetitive motion and stress can hamper proper fusion with the natural jawbone.

Even if you have a relatively uncomplicated case, it’s important to seek treatment from a clinician with vast expertise placing dental implants instead of a practice that offers this as one service in a long menu. Dental implants are a complex treatment that require more in-depth experience and skills than other restorative solutions like bridges or crowns. And if you have many missing teeth and bone loss or are suffering from periodontal disease or a chronic health condition, this adds to the complexity and the need for qualified and experienced practitioners. At Aspire Implant Centers, our prosthodontist and oral surgeon completed extensive training in dental implants and all related procedures and are committed to furthering their knowledge through ongoing advanced courses. Additionally, we’re trained in state-of-the-art digital software and surgical technologies such as TeethXpress that enable providing beautiful and precise treatment at our in-house dental lab for fully customized and long lasting results.

At Aspire Implant Centers, we aspire to help every patient become an optimal candidate for dental implants with personalized treatment that reflects their individual health, functional, and aesthetic goals. As part of the treatment process, we want to get to know you and learn about your current limitations and what you hope to achieve with a new smile. Doing so helps us meet and often exceed our patients’ smile expectations and goals! If another practice has turned you away, we welcome you to schedule a personalized consultation and evaluation. We’ll be honest and perform a thorough assessment. Our team will help you become a good candidate for dental implants in Valparaiso, IN if it’s a clinically sound solution and fits your unique needs.