Dental Implants – Barnegat, NJ
The Closest Alternative to Your Natural Teeth
For our patients who are looking for an even more reliable, stronger, and permanent solution to tooth loss, we also offer dental implants. This is one of the latest tooth replacement methods, and it offers unmatched benefits compared to its traditional counterparts, which is why it comes so highly recommended by patients and professionals alike. To learn more about dental implants in our Barnegat, NJ dental office, we recommend scheduling a consultation with Dr. Gizachew by contacting our dental office today.
Why Choose NU Dental of Barnegat for Dental Implants?
- Entire Dental Implant Procedure Conducted In-Office
- Dental Implants Can Last Up to 35 Years
- Advanced Planning Technology like Our 3D Cone Beam CT Scanner
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a small, titanium post that is surgically placed below the gumline and in the jawbone to restore the missing root structure of a tooth. This is the only tooth replacement procedure that does this. Due to its biocompatible nature, the titanium implant is able to chemically fuse with your jawbone, providing your restoration with a long-lasting and strong foundation to be attached to, and encouraging jawbone growth with stimulation and blood flow. Once the integration process is complete, a small, metal connector piece called an abutment is attached to the implant, followed by a customized dental crown, bridge, or denture.
Benefits of Dental implants
Dental implants are able to offer a vast list of unique benefits that distinguish them from traditional restorative options, making them the golden-standard for replacing missing teeth. Some of the benefits you’ll be able to enjoy when you get dental implants include:
- A lifespan of 35+ years with routine maintenance.
- Enhanced speaking and chewing abilities.
- A treatment success rate of 95 to 98 percent.
- Natural looking and feeling replacement teeth.
- Preservation of jawbone density.
- Keep your cheeks from looking hollowed or sagging.
- Easy to maintain.
Are Dental Implants Right for You?
The best way to learn whether dental implants are the right tooth replacement treatment for you is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Gizachew today. We’ll conduct a thorough examination of your mouth and ask you about your medical and oral history to help determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure. If you aren’t an ideal candidate right away, we offer different preparatory treatment options to help get you there. Then, we’ll create a customized treatment timeline and walk you through it.
Missing Single Tooth
If you’re missing a single tooth, we can replace it with one dental implant. This will hold a connector piece and a customized dental crown. Once placed, you’ll be able to enjoy a complete row of teeth and won’t have to worry about any of your surrounding teeth drifting out of place to fill the gap.
Missing Multiple Teeth
If you’re missing two or more teeth, instead of placing a traditional bridge that requires the alteration of your surrounding teeth, we can place an implant-retained bridge. To do this, we’ll insert two dental implants at either end of the space in your smile. The prosthetic can then be attached to these instead of your healthy teeth.
Missing All Teeth
We also offer implant-retained dentures that can be secured to anywhere from four to eight dental implants that are strategically placed along your arch. This will eliminate any slipping or shifting that may occur when you chew your food or speak, eliminating embarrassing moments and making sure that your smile functions and feels natural.
Start-to-Finish Convenience
Unlike many dental offices, NU Dental of Barnegat can complete the entire dental implant treatment in-office, including the placement surgery. Dr. Gizachew has completed additional training and education to be able to conduct your implant placement himself, allowing you to continue working with the same, trusted team of professionals that you started out with.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
Every patient’s smile is unique, meaning that the cost of dental implants in Barnegat is extremely unlikely to be the exact same from one patient to the next. To determine the price of your dental implant procedure, we’ll need to go over various factors, including how many implants you’re receiving, what type of restoration you require, whether you need any preparatory treatments, and the location of your missing teeth. We can determine all of these details during your initial consultation. At the end of this visit, we can break down the cost for you, discuss your insurance and financing options, and review how dental implants can be the most cost-effective tooth replacement in the long term.
Preliminary Treatments & Dental Implant Surgery
It’s not uncommon for patients to need at least one preliminary procedure before dental implants can be placed. These treatments, which may include bone grafting in the jaw, gum disease therapy, or tooth extractions, increase your total costs, but they also create a healthy foundation for your new teeth to help them stand the test of time.
Dental implant surgery itself also incurs its own cost. Luckily, Dr. G is a highly skilled implant dentist in Barnegat, so he can perform this procedure himself. This saves you from needing to pay extra fees to an outside specialist.
The Parts of Your Dental Implant
The most influential factor in your dental implant costs is the physical implant itself, which consists of three basic parts: the implant post, the restoration (crown, bridge, or denture), and the abutment that connects the two. Each of these parts can come from various brands and be made of various materials, each of which is designed to meet a patient's particular needs. The number of implant posts you need also impacts the cost, and it also affects which restoration you receive. Dr. G will review these factors, and how they influence your overall treatment costs, in detail.
How Dental Implants Can Save You Money
Even if they seem more expensive than other tooth replacements at first, the truth is that dental implant in Barnegat can pay for themselves several times over. How? Regular dentures and bridges only last about a decade at most, while implants can easily last for 35+ years. This can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars in replacement costs. Plus, you won’t need to purchase special maintenance products or adhesives with implants. Lastly, research suggests that dental implants reduce your risk of gum disease and other oral health problems, lowering the likelihood that you’ll need to pay to treat them.
Does My Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
Many dental insurance providers won’t cover dental implants themselves, or their surgical insertion. However, your insurance may partially cover other parts of your treatment, such as sedation, preliminary procedures, or your final restoration. If you need help understanding what your policy does and doesn’t cover, our team at NU Dental of Barnegat would be more than happy to assist you in navigating the details. We even provide in-network savings for the majority of leading PPO dental plans!
Making Dental Implants Affordable
Insurance is far from the only option for making dental implants affordable. Our practice also works closely with CareCredit, allowing qualified patients to break up their treatment costs into low- to no-interest monthly payment plans that comfortably fit into most budgets. Additionally, we offer an in-house dental savings plan that comes at three different tiers. All three tiers offer significant savings on dental implants as well as most of our other services.
Dental Implant FAQs
Are you ready to say goodbye to the gaps in your smile? Even though you have a better understanding of what the process of getting dental implants in Barnegat entails, it’s completely normal to have a few lingering questions in mind. It’s best to contact our office directly to get the answers you’re looking for. However, we understand some people may prefer to do their research online instead. To help you out, we’ve decided to answer some frequently asked questions below.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Most patients can expect their dental implants to last well over three decades. Of course, their exact lifespan depends on several factors, such as a patient’s health, lifestyle, and oral hygiene. It’s worth noting that implants are known to last several times longer than traditional tooth-replacement options, like dental bridges and dentures.
There are several steps you can take to ensure your new smile lasts as long as possible:
- Practicing good oral hygiene (i.e., brushing twice a day, flossing daily, rinsing every day with an ADA-approved mouthwash)
- Visiting your dentist every six months
- Avoiding poor dental habits (i.e., using teeth as tools, biting your fingernails, smoking)
Does Getting Dental Implants Hurt?
Before the procedure begins, Dr. Gizachew will numb your mouth with a local anesthetic to ensure you’re comfortable. You’ll most likely be under dental sedation as well, meaning your body’s ability to register pain is much lower. Even though the surgery itself shouldn’t hurt, your mouth will feel slightly sore for the first few days following your procedure. Luckily, you can easily manage those symptoms by taking over-the-counter pain medication as needed and using cold compresses.
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Dental Implant Surgery?
In most cases, people can resume their usual activities the day after their oral surgery. However, it’s a good idea to avoid strenuous exercise for the first week or so as it can delay healing. Keep in mind that it could take up to six months for your dental implants to successfully integrate with the surrounding bone tissue. During your recovery, be sure to diligently follow your post-op instructions to promote faster healing and prevent infection.
Can I Get Dental Implants If I Smoke?
Even though it is possible, smokers have a much higher rate of experiencing dental implant failure. That’s mainly because smoking and using tobacco products causes dry mouth, delays healing, and affects the implants’ ability to fuse with the jawbone. Therefore, it’s a good idea to drop the habit at least two weeks before your oral surgery. Although it’s best to stop smoking for good, you should wait at least two or three months after getting dental implants to resume.