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 Alternatives to dental implant Highlands Ranch dentist, Denver dentistry.
Dental implants have altered the way we replace spaces due to tooth extraction. There are many reasons and situations that we consider dental implants. It ranges from replacing an individual tooth… to providing support for a lower denture… to …placing a mouth full of implants “essentially” replacing each tooth (with bridges etc). Our Highlands Ranch dentists, Dr. H. Candace DeLapp and Dr. James DeLapp provide dental implant treatment for our dental patients in Douglas County, Parker, Castle Pines, and Lone Tree, Ken Caryl, and Denver Colorado area To view our Highlands Ranch dentists dental practice video please click on the following link Dentist Highlands Ranch
Alternative to dental implants include but are limited to:
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No treatment
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Delaying treatment (risks of teeth shifting with time)
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Traditional Fixed Dental Bridges (two crowns fused with the “fake” tooth in between
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Partial removable denture (if you still have some teeth remaining)
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Over denture (if you have root tips that the denture can snap into)
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Full dentures.
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An upper denture fits “OK” (generally)
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A lower denture “never” fits
Risks of Dental implants Highlands Ranch dentist
Dental implants on occasion… do not fuse to the bone (osseointegrate). While this is an infrequent occurrence it is disappointing when it occurs. Healthy, non-smoking dental patients have a less likelihood of implant failure.
Osteoporosis can complicate implant treatment. Dental patients taking bis-phosphonates are at “very high” risk for ANY procedure involving bone structure. If you are taking bis-phosphonates you … MUST …inform you doctor. The consequences can be erosion of your bone (etc.) to name a few. Techniques have evolved which has decreased the common risks of infection, bleeding and nerve damage. Our Highlands Ranch dental patients should be aware that any “adverse problem” might occur even with the best of care. As with any medical procedure… adverse outcomes occur and no one is happy when they occur. You should be informed of the risks and consequences before having any medical/dental procedure. Please feel free to have your questions and concerns answered by Our Highlands Ranch Implant dentists. An open dialogue is best for both the doctor and the patient.
Our Highlands Ranch dentist provide dental implants to their patients, All patient should be aware of what they do and potential complications that do occur. None of this is meant to frighten you but an honest and frank discussion is paramount. Dr’s DeLapp also see dental patients in Denver, Ken Caryl, Castle Pines, Lone Tree and the Parker Colorado area. Please feel free to contact their office at (303) 694-9740.
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