Smiling is an important part in both, our personal and professional lives. Whether it’s just a casual smile or a loud laugh, we project many emotions to the people around us when we smile. If we are not confident about our teeth then we might not give the best impression about ourselves.

Whether the problem is that you have missing spaces between your teeth, that your dentures are not secured, or that you have difficulty chewing, dental implants might be the solution for you! If you have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, tooth decay or a congenital defect, we have good news for you:

You can smile, speak and eat with comfort and confidence by getting Dental Implants!

How do Dental Implants work?

A dental implant is a metal post or frame that is positioned into a pre-drilled socket in your jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they are allowed to anchor and heal properly, a process that takes anywhere between three to six months, depending on your case. During this time, the patient will use temporary teeth (a bridge or dentures). After the gums have healed and matured properly, our dentist in Woodland Hills will mount replacement teeth into the implants. These implants are natural-looking teeth replacements that feel just like your own.

Types of Dental Implants:

After carefully studying your oral health and dental history, Dr. Terteryan and his specialized dental team in Woodland Hills, CA will show you the best implant option that will suit your needs.

These are the types of dental implants available:

1. Endosteal Implant: this is the most common implant procedure in which a screw is surgically placed into the jawbone and after healing a metal post is connected to it. Finally, the replacement tooth (or teeth) is attached to the post.
2. Subperiosteal Implant: this implant is placed on the top of the jaw with the metal posts protruding through the gum to hold the replacement teeth. This procedure is done on patients who have minimal bone height.

Advantages of Dental Implants over dentures and bridges:

Long-term studies have shown a higher success rate for dental implants over dentures and bridges. These are the reasons why:

• Better aesthetics: since dental implants “fuse” into your jawbone, you will not experience bone loss or gum recession that sometimes results from wearing dentures or bridges. No one will notice you have a replacement tooth!
• Bone growth stimulation: dental implants are placed on the tooth root so they stimulate bone growth and production. On the other hand, patients wearing dentures have continuous bone loss which can make you look older as the area around the mouth can sag.
• No tooth loss: using dental bridges requires the removal of adjacent healthy tooth structures in order to support the implant. However, replacing missing teeth with dental implants does not sacrifice the quality of your natural, neighboring teeth.
• Improves Confidence: because dental implants look, feel and work the same way as your natural teeth would, they give you the freedom to smile, speak and eat to the fullest. Say good-bye to worries about loose dentures falling out or wobbling.
• High reliability: because long-term studies have shown dental implants to be highly predictable, their success rate is the highest amongst all options for tooth replacement.

Are you a suitable candidate for dental implants?

Most patients older than 16 can get dental implants. A suitable patient has to have sufficient bone tissue and healthy gums in order to support the implant. It is important that the patient commits to meticulous oral hygiene and to regular dental visits to keep these structures healthy.



Remember that dental implants work just like natural teeth and require the same care.

How long do Dental Implants last?

With the proper oral care, implants could last up to a lifetime! This is a lifetime investment with high end results.

Missing a tooth (or teeth) can dramatically change a person’s life and self esteem. At Couture Smiles Dental Group located in Woodland Hills an experienced dentist will work closely with you to develop the best treatment plan so that you can have a healthy and beautiful smile!

To learn more about dental implants, SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT with our dentist in Woodland Hills!!