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Dental Implants: Enjoy Your Every Bite

Dental Implants: Enjoy Your Every Bite

At Sacramento River Dental Group, we are aware of the significant influence a beautiful, healthy smile can have on your life. Beyond just improving the look and functionality of your teeth, we are committed to your overall health. We think that your ability to take pleasure in the little things in life is just as important as any other aspect of your oral health. We are happy to provide dental implants as an excellent treatment that can assist you in rediscovering the joy of eating.

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What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are innovative and significant dental restorations that function as a permanent replacement for missing teeth. These implants have three essential components:

  1. The Titanium Post: This small but powerful component is surgically implanted into your jawbone and serves as the foundation for the dental implant. It functions as an artificial tooth root, providing stability and support for the replacement tooth.
  2. The Abutment: The connector piece connects the titanium post to the crown. It is necessary for securely holding the replacement tooth in place.
  3. The Crown: The crown is the visible part of the dental implant that is designed to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth. It serves as a functional and aesthetically pleasing replacement for your missing tooth.

Dental Implants: Enjoy Your Every BiteRediscovering the Joy of Food

Taste the Difference with Dental Implants

The ability of dental implants to restore your smile and your taste for life’s flavors is one of their most remarkable features. Dental implants, as opposed to other tooth replacement options, offer a solid and stable foundation that improves your ability to chew and taste food. Because of their natural function and secure fit, dental implants allow you to eat a wide range of foods without the discomfort or restrictions that come with wearing dentures.

The Confidence to Savor Every Bite

Beyond the practical difficulties associated with eating, missing teeth can have a big impact on your self-esteem. Your willingness to socialize and eat out may suffer if you feel embarrassed about your smile due to the gaps left by teeth that are missing. When it comes to restoring the complete look and functionality of your teeth, dental implants provide a revolutionary solution. You can feel more confident knowing that your smile appears complete and natural thanks to dental implants.

Preventing Nutritional Deficiencies

Missing teeth can result in dietary restrictions, affecting your overall health. It’s more than just taste; it’s about getting the nutrients your body requires. Dental implants help you maintain a balanced diet by allowing you to eat a variety of foods while also getting the essential vitamins and minerals you need for good health.

The Dental Implant Process

Consultation and Evaluation

Your journey to rediscovering the joy of eating with dental implants starts with a consultation at Sacramento River Dental Group.

During this initial visit, our experienced dental team will evaluate your oral health, discuss your specific needs and concerns, and determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants.

Implant Placement

Once you have determined whether you qualify for dental implants, you go through the process of having the titanium post surgically inserted into your jawbone. This methodical and demanding procedure guarantees that the titanium screw blends in flawlessly with your own bone.

Healing and Integration

There is a critical healing period that follows the implantation of the titanium post of your implant into your jawbone. This healing period is necessary for the implant to fuse with the bone. This process is referred to as osseointegration. At this time, the implant is securely fixed in place by the bone cells growing around it. Because it gives the implant the stability and support it needs to perform like a real tooth root, this integration is very important.

Abutment Placement

The abutment must be attached as soon as the implant has completely fused with the jawbone. This part serves as a connector, attaching firmly to the titanium post that has been inserted into the jawbone. The integration phase is extremely important because it establishes a strong foundation for the implant and guarantees its stability.

Custom Crown Placement

The installation of your customized crown is the last stage of the dental implant procedure. To ensure a natural appearance, this crown is carefully designed to match your natural teeth in size, shape, and color. At this point, the abutment,  which has already been positioned on the integrated titanium post, is tightly attached to the crown. Your dental implant gets done with this attachment, which gives your lost tooth an entirely new look and performance.

After the crown is placed, you’ll be able to chew and speak more comfortably, in addition to having a full smile again. This last restoration offers a durable and long-lasting solution by strengthening the structural integrity of your mouth in addition to improving the visual appeal of your teeth.

Dental Implants: Your Questions Answered

Q: How long do dental implants last?

A: When taken care of and maintained properly, dental implants can last a lifetime. They are made to be a long-term solution.

Q: Is the dental implant procedure painful?

A: During and after the procedure, patients usually experience only mild discomfort, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication.

Q: Are dental implants suitable for everyone?

A: Although many people find dental implants to be a great option, admission is dependent on things like bone density and general oral health. During your consultation, our knowledgeable staff at Sacramento River Dental Group can assess whether you qualify.

Q: How do I care for my dental implants?

A: Dental implants require little maintenance. Just like with your natural teeth, maintain good oral hygiene by brushing, flossing, and scheduling routine dental examinations.

a person holding a model of teethEmbark on Your Journey to a Brighter, More Flavorful Tomorrow!

Are you prepared to embrace a full, healthy smile on your face and rediscover the joy of eating? The Sacramento River Dental Group is ready to help you. Our team of committed experts is prepared to assist you in the dental implant procedure and make sure you benefit from all the advantages of this lifesaving solution.

Don’t let missing teeth limit your culinary experiences or diminish your quality of life. Contact Sacramento River Dental Group today to schedule your consultation and take the first step towards a future filled with the simple pleasure of savoring your favorite foods.

Conclusion

At Sacramento River Dental Group, we believe that dental implants have the potential to transform people’s lives. Dental implants, which provide a permanent solution to missing teeth, can help you rediscover the joy of eating, boost your self-esteem, and maintain your overall health. If you’re ready to embark on this journey towards a complete, vibrant smile, contact us today. We’re here to support you every step of the way, so you can fully enjoy the flavors of life.

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Sacramento River Dental Group is committed to respecting your online privacy and recognizes your need for appropriate protection and management of any personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) you share with us.

Sacramento River Dental Group is a “data controller”. This means that we are responsible for deciding how we hold and use personal information about you. This privacy notice makes you aware of how and why your personal data will be used, namely for the purposes of the Sacramento River Dental Group employment recruitment process, and how long it will usually be retained.

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We will comply with data protection law and principles, which means that your data will be:

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In connection with your application for work with us, we will collect, store, and use the following categories of personal information about you:

  • The information you have provided to us in your curriculum vitae and cover letter.
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We collect personal information about candidates from the following sources:

  • You, the candidate.
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How we will use information about you?

We will use the personal information we collect about you to:

  • Assess your skills, qualifications, and suitability for the role.
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Having received your CV, cover letter, and/or your application form, we will then process that information to decide whether you meet the basic requirements to be screened by our in-house recruitment team for the role. If you do, we will decide whether your application is strong enough to invite you for an interview, be it by telephone, in person, or by other electronic means. If we decide to engage you for an interview, we will use the information you provide to us at the interview to decide whether to offer you the role. If we decide to offer you the role, we will then take up references before confirming your appointment.

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If you fail to provide information when requested, which is necessary for us to consider your application (such as evidence of qualifications or work history), we will not be able to process your application successfully and we will not be able to take your application further.

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You will not be subject to decisions that will have a significant impact on you based solely on automated decision-making.

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We have put in place procedures to deal with any suspected data security breach and will notify you and any applicable regulator of a suspected breach where we are legally required to do so.

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  • If you would prefer that we did not retain your personal information, you can notify us at any time and we will delete your personal information.


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  • Request access to your personal information (commonly known as a “data subject access request”). This enables you to receive a copy of the personal information we hold about you and to check that we are lawfully processing it.
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To withdraw your consent, please contact the Recruitment Manager. Once we have received notification that you have withdrawn your consent, we will no longer process your application, and, subject to our policies, we will dispose of your personal data securely.

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