Dental Implants

At ENVISION Dental we are excited about the advances in dental implants.  They are one of the most signigicant developments in dentistry, and implants have enabled us to improve the quality of our patients' lives.  They are considered to be the "standard of care"!  Implants have been extensively researched for many years and have a very high success rate, often greater than 95%

Implants also have a very high retention rate.  There are now cases that have been in place for over forty years that are working as well now as they did at the beginning.  Patients become excited about implants because they can literally change the rest of their lives. 

After all, the mouth is one part of the body we use all day long- whether we're talking, eating, laughing or singing.  Even during the middle of the night your mouth and teeth are moving.  Implants help our patients feel more comfortable and confident.  

Some of our patients are pleased with the fact that implants are permanent, others enjoy looking better and feeling younger.  Still others are relieved that they no longer have to worry about loose dentures because the retention with implants is so strong. 

Implants are actually placed in the upper or lower jawbone where they bond with the bone and for many cases today, the patient can have a temporary crown placed on the implant the same day.  For others, the implants are allowed to heal and the final restorations are placed at a later date.  There are many options for the final restorations and Dr. Berard can offer you more specific information on which options might be best for you.

The best thing about dental implants is that patients who are missing teeth or suffering from ill-fitting dentures, and the associated discomfort, can now have a predictable permanent result that enhances their quality of life.

Pregnancy and Dental Care!

Dental care is often avoided during pregnancy.  YIKES!!!  This could be harmful to both mom and baby.  Every pregnant woman should be screened for periodontitist, counseled on proper oral hygiene, and treated for preventative and treatment procedures.  According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, dental procedures such as diagnostic x-rays, routine cleanings, periodontal (gum) treatment, fillings and extractions are safe and are best preformed during the second trimester of your pregnancy.  Appropriate dental care during pregnancy may reduce preterm births, low birth weight and infant cavities. 

Lynne
Your Dental Hygienist