Guided implant placement can help restore your smile if you have a damaged, weakened, or missing tooth. At A2Z Dental Group in Woodland Hills, we use this specialized method of delivering dental implants to improve our precision, the safety of the procedure, and your comfort.
A dental implant is a false root that a replacement tooth is then attached to. Thanks to the state-of-the-art guided implant procedure, our dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth, so you can confidently restore your smile.
Read on to learn more about guided implant placement at A2Z Dental Group in Woodland Hills, CA.
About Dental Implants at A2Z Dental
Dental implants are false teeth with surgically secured roots into your jawbone. These rooted implants provide a secure base for the replacement teeth that sit on top and are made to resemble the color and feel of your natural teeth. Dental implants are fused to your jawbone to guarantee the security of the replacement tooth and prevent bone loss.
Why We Use Guided Implant Placement
At A2Z Dental Group, we use a process called guided implant placement, which helps us replace missing teeth with implants in as minimally invasive a way as possible while still delivering a realistic and functional tooth.
We use 3D scans of our patient’s mouths to create a digital model of their jawbone and the surrounding area. We then use this virtual representation of the jaw to plan the best placement of the implant.
During the implant procedure, we use a pinhole punch technique. This involves creating a small hole in the gum in which to place the implant. This method is considerably less invasive than traditional dental implants and usually results in faster healing, too.
The guided implant placement technique allows us a level of precision that is not available in traditional methods, ensuring that we deliver the best possible dental implant treatments to our patients.
Why Choose Dental Implants?
There are many reasons why people choose to get dental implants to replace lost, damaged, or decayed teeth. Dental implants:
- Appear Natural: Dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth. No one will know you have had an implant.
- Are Durable: Dental implants are made from strong and durable materials. With proper care, they can last a lifetime.
- Preserve Bone: Dental implants prevent bone loss and maintain jaw structure.
- Improve Oral Health: Unlike traditional bridges, dental implants do not require reducing other teeth, preserving more of your natural teeth.
The Guided Implant Placement Process at A2Z Woodland Hills
Let’s take a look at what you can expect from the guided implant procedure at A2Z Dental Group.
Consultation and Assessment
You will have a consultation with one of our A2Z dentists, who will review your medical and dental history and then thoroughly examine your teeth and oral health. We will take X-rays and use 3D imaging technology during the examination to create models of your teeth and jaw.
Using these models, we will devise a comprehensive dental plan that is unique to your specific requirements. This plan will take into account which teeth need to be replaced and the condition of your jawbone and surrounding teeth.
Guided Implant Procedure
Using the comprehensive plan we made, we will create the implants and plan their placement precisely.
On the day of the procedure, your mouth will be numbed, and then a tiny hole will be made in the gum in which the implant will be placed. The guided implant procedure is designed to be less invasive than traditional methods of dental implantation. Many patients find the procedure and healing process much less painful than expected.
Aftercare and Finishing Touches
As your mouth heals, your jawbone will begin to mold itself around the new implant. We monitor this healing process with regularly scheduled follow-up appointments until the area has recovered fully.
Once the implant has fused with the jaw and the wound has healed, we schedule another appointment to place an abutment (a connecting element) that holds a custom-made crown to the implant.
Now, you have a fully functioning, natural-looking tooth that blends in with the rest of your smile.
Important Considerations
There are several stages to the implant procedure. These stages include:
- Tooth removal
- Jawbone preparation
- Implant placement
- Bone healing
- Abutment placement
- Placing the artificial tooth
The implant placement procedure takes less than 10 minutes, and each restoration session takes a little under 1 hour. However, the entire process can take several months to complete as it involves the time required for wound healing and new bone growth. The good news is that you don’t need to pay upfront; the fee can be divided into payments over several months.
Why Choose A2Z Dental Group in Woodland Hills?
Undergoing dental implants is a big step that requires consideration. Here are reasons why you can be sure you are in safe hands when you choose to have your dental implants in Woodland Hills with A2Z Dental Group.
Friendly and Experienced Team
The A2Z Dental Group team is made up of trained and accredited dentists and dental practitioners with years of experience delivering guided implant treatments with exceptional results.
Latest Technology
We use the latest technology and enhancements in dental practices, such as 3D imaging, to deliver a modern and precise treatment that provides the best results for our patients.
Quality Materials
We only use the best materials available to create our dental implants. What we do not make ourselves in our in-house lab, we source from reputable brands recognized for their high-quality output. Our implants are biocompatible, meaning they are made to work with the natural structures of your mouth.
Book Your Dental Implants in Woodland Hills
The team at A2Z Dental Group in Woodland Hills can help you achieve the smile of your dreams. Our guided implant placement procedure gives patients a minimally invasive, modern alternative to traditional implants.
Are you ready to restore your smile? Replace missing teeth and boost your confidence with dental implants from A2Z Dental Group. You deserve a beautiful, functioning smile.
