Local Dentist Earns Credential from American Academy of Implant Dentistry CHICAGO, IL. -- Peter  Zahedi, DMD, of San Rafael, CA, was recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry’s at its 2019 Annual Meeting, which was held in Las Vegas, NV, October 23 – 26.  As one of 380 dentists who hold this distinguished membership, Dr. Zahedi is one of the leading experts in implant care. Doctor Zahedi maintains a dental practice at 905 Lincoln Ave, in San Rafael, CA, United States.

To qualify for Fellowship, an expert panel of implant dentists reviewed Dr. Zahedi’s professional and leadership credentials as well as commitment to excellence in implant dental practice and to the Academy's standards for ethics and patient welfare. Dr. Zahedi was required to document for review that he was a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/Implant Dentistry, the certifying board that the Academy sponsors.

Established in 1951, the AAID is the only dental implant organization that offers credentials recognized by US state and federal courts as being bona fide.  Its membership, which exceeds 5,500, includes general dentists, oral surgeons, periodontists and prosthodontists from across the United States and in more than 60 other countries. For more information about the AAID and its credentialed members, please visit www.aaid.com or www.aaid-implant.org or call the AAID at 312-335-1550.

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Complete Guide on Implant-Supported Dentures

Complete Guide on Implant-Supported Dentures

January 1, 2023

Eating, speaking, and talking when you have missing teeth can be daunting. Thankfully, there are tooth replacement options such as dentures and dental implants in San Rafael. Dentures have been used for many decades and have altered countless smiles.

But if there is an option that will ascertain that the dentures don’t shift in the mouth, would you go for it? Implant-supported dentures don’t rely on suction or adhesives but are anchored on dental implants inserted into the jawbone.

Getting implant-supported dentures might be longer, but it is worth it. You no longer have to worry about your dentures popping out when you are laughing or eating. If you are looking for a tooth replacement closest to having natural teeth, implant-supported dentures are your best bet.

Implant-Supported Dentures, In a Nutshell

Implant-supported dentures are not so different from conventional dentures. They are the same as conventional dentures because they have artificial teeth attached to artificial gums. The only difference is that they have holes underneath that allow them to rest on top of small posts known as abutments. Abutments are secured on dental implants, which are inserted in the jaws.

Since they are firmly anchored to the jaw, the implant-supported dentures can be secured without causing any damage to the gums. These dentures will give you the flexibility you need to enjoy your meals.

Types of Implant-Supported Dentures

Isn’t it amazing that you have more than one choice when getting the denture you need? In any case, you have the luxury of choosing between two types of implant-supported dentures, and they are:

  • Implant-Retained Dentures

These dentures are used when you have lost only one tooth to injury, periodontal disease, or decay. With this type of partial denture, only one tooth sits on top of a single tooth implant in one go. The implants act as anchors, which hold the partial denture in place.

However, this type of denture can be removed, making it easier to use, clean, and affordable. After you finish cleaning the dentures, you can snap them back on, and you are good to go. It is this convenience that is making them gain popularity by the day.

  • Implant Overdentures

When you have lost several teeth, implant Overdentures may be the best option. The dentures will sit on several implants, usually four to five. The tooth implants will be strategically placed on the top or bottom jaw; a dental bridge will be attached for support.

Factors to Consider When Choosing Dentures

Even though implant-supported dentures near you are an excellent option, some patients might have better options. The dentures need implants for support, so you must be eligible to receive dental implants before getting them. Some of the things you should factor in are:

  • Jawbone stability
  • Mobility
  • Comfort and ease of use
  • The ability to speak comfortably
  • The ability to maintain good oral hygiene

How Can You Get the Implant-Supported Dentures?

When you visit our implant dentist in San Rafael, you will undergo a dental examination to check the state of your existing teeth and the condition and bone density of your jawbone.

After our dentist determines that you are fit to receive a dental implant, you will proceed to the next stage. However, if your jawbone cannot handle a dental implant, our dentist may opt that you get a bone graft. If this is the case, then the procedure may take a bit longer since the bone graft has to bulk up the jawbone, then the procedure can proceed.

After the implant site is ready, our dentist will schedule another appointment for the implant surgery. Implant placement commences with anesthesia to numb the area since the implant is surgically placed into the jawbone.

Then, our dentist will create an opening through the gums to gain access to the jawbone. The next thing will be to drill a hole in the jawbone to create space for the dental implant. Our dentist will place the implant and stitch up the surgical site.

You will go home and recover. Soon after recovery, our dentist will complete the procedure by placing the abutment, the visible part of the implant. You will wear a temporary denture while the permanent denture is being fabricated.

Once the permanent implant-supported denture is ready, our dentist will remove the temporary one and fix the permanent one.

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Implant-supported dentures take a bit longer to get, but they will satisfy you. If you have queries about implant-supported dentures, contact us at San Rafael Dentistry, and we would love to help you out.

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