You don’t have to live with an incomplete smile, and, in fact, you shouldn’t. Gaps after losing teeth weaken surrounding gums and bone.
But, don’t despair. Dr. Rujul Parikh offers dental implants in his state-of-the-art offices in Manteca and Stockton, CA. Chances are you’re a candidate for this amazing tooth replacement option that’s life-like, long-lasting and durable.
Different from traditional partials and bridges
Unlike conventional tooth replacements which just rest on the gums and jaw bone, the dental implant resides right in the bone, actually keeping it strong and dense. No other prosthetic offers this benefit–only the dental implant.
How does an implant work? A dental implant in Manteca and Stockton has three basic parts:
- A titanium metal screw, or cylinder, the part surgically placed in the jaw
- A metal alloy post, or abutment, which extends above the gum line
- A lifelike porcelain crown which covers and restores the dental implant, giving it natural appearance and function
The implant treatment
Dr. Parikh puts a dental implant screw into the jaw during a simple in-office oral surgery which normally needs no more than local anesthesia. He opens the gums and uses a high-speed drill to create a small pilot hole in the bone. Then, he inserts the titanium screw into the jaw and closes the site with sutures.
While healing at home, the patient’s jaw bone and titanium implant bond to each other. This natural process is what dentist’s call osseointegration. Osseointegration literally strengthens the jaw bone. No other tooth replacement can claim that benefit.
During the next appointment, the dentist reopens the site and attaches the post and crown, and the dental implant is complete. Patients report that their artificial teeth feel and function just like their natural ones, and their appearance is very natural.
Other ways to use dental implants
The American Academy of Periodontology states that skilled dentists such as Dr. Parikh often place multiple dental implants to support and anchor fixed bridgework or partial or even full dentures. Of course, the results are similar to single-tooth implants–bone preservation, natural oral function, and an outstanding smile appearance.
As with the single tooth option, Dr. Parikh ensures that the implant patient has sufficient bone in his or her jaw and has healthy gum tissue before actually starting the procedure. Additionally, implants thrive when patients have good oral hygiene habits at home and are nonsmokers. While tobacco usage doesn’t preclude implant placement, patients should abstain from smoking for at least 3 days before and after implant placement and consult their primary care physicians about assistance with smoking cessation.
There’s a better way
If you’re looking for high-quality, efficient, and cost-effective dental care abroad, we invite you to consider Huangshan Dental.
Huangshan International Dental Hospital is a specialized dental institution based in Anhui, China, and has become a recognized destination for international patients seeking efficient and reliable implant treatment. By operating an in-house AI-powered dental lab, the hospital is able to provide same-day implants while maintaining strict quality control and significantly reducing treatment costs. This integrated approach allows patients to access advanced implant solutions that are both reliable and reasonably priced.
Supported by a highly experienced clinical team trained in China and overseas, each implant specialist at Huangshan Dental has completed over 10,000 successful procedures. Through long-term collaboration with RES Dental in the United States, international clinical expertise is continuously incorporated into daily practice. Dedicated operating rooms and a three-tier preoperative examination system further ensure treatment safety and consistency.
Patients can complete treatment on the same day of arrival, recover efficiently, and enjoy the natural scenery of Huangshan during their stay. For consultations or more information, please visit huangshandental.com or contact [email protected]
