Dental Implants

The patient presented with pain and cosmetic concern. She was embarrassed about the condition of her teeth, causing her to never smile or let her teeth be seen. She had broken teeth and old restorations. An exam with Dr. Patel and xrays revealed decay and periodontal bone loss. It was recommended to extract all of her remaining teeth and place mini implants for an SDI-Overdenture (denture held in place by implants). Impressions were taken for her dentures and once she approved of their appearance and shade of the teeth, she was scheduled to begin treatment. All of her remaining teeth were extracted and bone grafts were placed, due to insufficient bone to support the implants. While she healed, she chose to have temporary dentures made so she could function normally. She was seen regularly for follow up appointments and 8 months later she was ready for her permanent set. Four mini implants were placed in her lower jaw and attachments were put into the permanent overdenture allowing it to "snap" into place. She again was seen regularly for follow up appointments and said she "couldn't stop smiling".

The patient presented with inflammation and a loose implant abutment and crown, due to an overgrowth of gum tissue and Peri-Implantitis. The gum tissue had become so overgrown and inflamed that it had essentially "pushed" the abutment and crown out of the implant. Using the WaterLase laser, Dr. Patel removed the overgrown tissue and bacteria around the implant surface. He was able to decontaminate and re-contour the bone that was lost due to the peri-implantitis. Finishing the treatment process with the WaterLase, Dr. Patel disinfected the original abutment and crown, so the patient was able to utilize them once again.

The patient presented in pain for an emergency appointment. A tooth on her upper left had become loose and an x-ray revealed a large infection. Upon examination, Dr. Patel diagnosed that the tooth was decayed, fractured and had become periodontally involved. The significant bone loss resulted in unrestorable mobility and required extraction. Once the tooth was removed, Dr. Patel used the laser for infectious tissue removal and bone disinfection. A bone graft was placed to support a replacement restoration and once the site had fully healed four months later, an implant was placed. The patient returned at a later date for the implant crown and she continued on a regular hygiene schedule that included implant maintenance.

The patient presented with a broken crown on a tooth that had previous root canal treatment. Due to it's condition, the tooth was not salvageable. Dr. Patel recommended an extraction and bone graft in order to have sufficient bone structure for a future implant, at the patient's request. Once the site had healed, an implant was placed. Dr. Patel continued to monitor the patient's healing and stability of the implant over the next few months. When ready, an abutment and same day CEREC crown were placed as the final restoration. The patient left satisfied with a natural looking tooth and continues to be seen for his routine hygiene visits.

The patient presented with a missing tooth on the lower left. She was worried about her bite and ability to chew since she would need other future extractions. Her goal was to have an implant placed, however she had an allergy to metal and wasn't sure it would be possible. A CBCT (Cone Beam CT) was taken in our office and revealed that the bone structure and space made her a good candidate for implant placement. Due to her metal allergy, a Zirconia implant was placed. Dr. Patel continues to monitor her healing and the patient will return for the implant abutment and crown.

The patient presented with two missing teeth on the lower right. She was having trouble chewing and wanted to replace them with implants. A CBCT (Cone Beam Catscan) was taken in our office, which revealed there was bone loss in the area, however the remaining bone and space made her a good candidate for implants. Dr. Patel placed bone grafts in each area to help increase the bone density, resulting in the stability needed. Once the implants were placed Dr. Patel continue to monitor the patient's healing and approximately two months later he restored the implants with abutments and crowns. The patient continues with her routine visits in our office along with her own homecare to maintain good oral health.

The patient was seen in our office for a dental emergency. She was experiencing pain and sensitivity when biting and chewing. The pain woke her up in the middle of the night, prompting her to request an emergency appointment. An exam and xray revealed that a tooth on her lower right was abscessed and due to bone loss, was now non restorable. Dr. Patel diagnosed that the tooth needed to be extracted. After discussing replacement options, the patient decided that she wanted to replace the tooth with an implant. The tooth was extracted and due to insufficient bone structure, a bone graft was placed in the site. A few months later once the site healed, an implant was placed and subsequent appointments were made to check the healing and implant stability. The implant was restored about three months later with a same day crown. (Depending on the patient's healing time and regeneration of bone, the entire implant process usually takes between 5-12 months.) Once her treatment was completed, the patient was instructed to continue with her routine care in our office.

The patient presented with an old bridge on her lower right that was placed many years ago. During an exam with Dr. Patel, he found extensive decay under the bridge causing the two remaining teeth to be un-restorable. A CBCT (cone beam ct scan) was taken and revealed that the patient was a good candidate for implants. After removing the old bridge, Dr. Patel extracted the teeth and placed bone grafts at both sites, due to there being insufficient bone to support the future implants. Over the next 3 months the patient was seen to monitor healing until the implants were placed and then subsequent appointments were made during the next 2 months to again monitor healing and check implant stability. Using our CEREC unit, Dr. Patel was able to fabricate and place the implant bridge in the same day. The patient continues to be seen for her routine care in our office.

The patient presented for an emergency appointment because he had broken a tooth on the lower right. Dr. Patel examined the patient and reviewed his x-ray, which revealed the tooth was fractured and un-restorable. He recommended an extraction and an implant as replacement. After the tooth was extracted, Dr. Patel placed a bone graft, due to there being insufficient bone structure for an implant. Since the bone graft provided good primary stability, the patient was able to receive his implant the same day. Dr. Patel will monitor the patient's healing and in a couple months will be able to restore the implant with a CEREC crown.

The patient presented for an emergency appointment to address a tooth on the upper left that had broken off at the gum line. During an exam with Dr. Patel, a digital x-ray revealed the tooth had decay into the nerve and was not salvageable. An extraction was recommended, along with a bone graft, due to insufficient remaining bone structure to support an implant as replacement. The patient's healing was monitored and two months later the implant was placed. Dr. Patel continued to monitor the patient's progress and one month later, the implant was stable with zero mobility noted. A same day CEREC crown was provided as the final implant restoration.

This patient came to Dr. Patel in Florida to achieve an extreme transformation for his teeth and smile. This full mouth restoration included tooth extractions and bone grafting to rebuild a foundation. Dr. Patel then utilized dental implants and overdentures to achieve the desired cosmetic effect. Now this patient can smile proudly to show off a beautiful, new smile!