Dental Implants in Carmel Valley, Del Mar and San Diego, CA
Providing Dental Implants to Patients in Torrey Pines, Del Mar & Carmel Valley
Implant dentistry has revolutionized the way we are replacing missing teeth. Not only are dental implants the most widely preferred teeth replacement method because of their stability and longevity, but they look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
What are dental implants?
An implant tooth consists of three parts: a titanium post, an abutment, and a crown. The post is the implant that is screwed into the jawbone below the gum line, and the crown is the visible part of the replacement tooth. San Diego Oral Surgeon, Dr. Tarkan Sidal, places the implant and abutment, and your general dentist completes the final restoration.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Functional Benefits:
- Permanent tooth replacement
- Improved facial aesthetics, bite pressure, and speech
- Jawbone and teeth preservation
- Durability and stability of teeth
Health Benefits:
- Improved general health, overall nutrition, eating, and taste
- Healthy digestion
- Easy and convenient care
- Enhanced quality of life
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Surgical Advances in Dental Implants
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
Your jawbone is like a muscle, in that it must be regularly stimulated to maintain its volume. Therefore, when a tooth is extracted or falls out naturally, the jawbone begins to deteriorate almost immediately. In fact, studies show there is a 25% decrease in bone width within a year of tooth loss. The sooner you replace a missing tooth with an implant, the sooner it will be able to provide the stimulus the jaw needs. When a jawbone lacks the adequate bone mass to support an implant, we perform a bone grafting procedure to bulk up your jaw. Simply put, having a dental implant placed right away greatly reduces the need for bone grafting.
Dental implants are made of titanium, a metal that fuses with bone through a process called osseointegration. Titanium is biocompatible with living bone and has the unique ability to integrate with your jaw, providing a solid attachment for the new tooth, much like roots serve as an anchor for a natural tooth.
After Dental Implant Placement
When properly cared for, dental implants can last a lifetime, and aftercare for dental implants is no different than that of your natural teeth: brush twice and floss once daily.
Our use of advanced technology and the latest techniques help to ensure that longevity is a key component of the dental implants we place each day. In fact, we are able to offer our patients a same-day guided surgery implant experience with X-Guide™ by X-Nav real time 3-D navigation. Read more about our guided implant surgery here.
How much do dental implants cost?
The cost of dental implants depends heavily on a variety of details about each individual patient’s case and treatment plan. The best way to get an accurate estimate of what your cost will be is by calling us to schedule a phone consultation. Our staff will happily and comprehensively answer your questions.
Upfront, dental implants appear to be much more costly than traditional teeth replacement methods, like dentures and bridges. However, dental implants last longer than any other teeth replacement option, and they are often more successful than other dental treatments as well. No other teeth replacement method provides the stability that results once an implant fuses with your bone. This advantage makes dental implants the most valuable option long-term.
Going without dental implants can potentially destroy your jawbone. However, the regular stimulation provided by implants, as occurs when you’re chewing, biting, and speaking, keeps the jawbone from deteriorating. So, when a tooth is missing and these functions cannot be executed, deterioration sets in immediately, causing more issues and expenses down the road. Investing now saves you money in the future.
Perhaps the greatest advantage of dental implants is the freedom they provide. The luxury of eating whatever you want, laughing with reckless abandon, and smiling ear to ear—these are priceless benefits indeed.
Torrey Pines Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Patient Review by Robert T
My case was very complicated as i needed 6 implants, Sinus lift and bone grafts as i had lost a lot of bone due to an accident years ago. My Dentist referred me to Dr Sidal and what a job he done i am so happy with his work as i have beautiful teeth and gums with no complications. I highly recommend Dr Sidal, a true artist in his field with a fantastic support staff.
- Robert T
Patient Review by Brad S
During routine dental maintenance it was discovered that 1 of my dental implants that I have had for 15 years had an infection prompting my dentist to refer me to Dr. Sidal for treatment. On my way home from the dentist, I called Dr. Sidal's office to schedule an appointment. When I described my situation to the office manager she said that given that I had an infected implant that time was of the essence and that I needed to get in to the office ASAP. 15 minutes later I was sitting in a dental chair with Dr. Sidal evaluating my condition. 3 days later I was in surgery to address the issue. All I can say is that Dr. Sidal is amazing! Dr. Sidal made it clear that my comfort during this procedure was very important to him and it showed. The procedure to clean up the infection and pack new bone graft around the implant took 5 hours and was one of the most intense dental procedures I ever had. The amazing part is the only pain I felt was during the initial shot to numb the area. During the procedure, Dr. Sidal checked in with me continuously to ensure I was comfortable and had no pain. It is now 45 days after the procedure and all is well. I highly recommend Dr. Sidal for any oral or Maxillofacial surgery needs. He is very talented, compassionate and caring (as is his staff). I truly feel like I was treated like a family member. Thank you Dr. Sidal!
- Brad S
Patient Review by Nolan B
Dr Sidal has the compassion and knowledge to handle the most complex procedures. He is passionate about his career and makes difficult procedures seem routine He and his staff are making sure that you are comfortable during the surgery Follow up starts and continues until you are fully healed I highly recommend Dr Sidal and staff
- Nolan B