Rediscover a healthy smile with dental implants.

If you have missing or damaged teeth, you might have trouble eating and speaking. You might also hide your smile more often. This doesn’t have to be how you live for the rest of your life, and full mouth rehabilitation with dental implants may be your best solution!

Dental implants have significantly changed restorative dentistry by offering a permanent tooth replacement option. The titanium posts that form the base of the implant can replace a single tooth or support a bridge or full denture. This does raise the question of whether everyone is a candidate for full mouth rehabilitation with dental implants.

Who is a good candidate for dental implants?

Your dentist in Newport Beach will evaluate several factors to determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants as part of your full mouth rehabilitation.

Healthy Gums

Healthy gums are essential for a successful dental implant. Your dentist may assess your gum tissue to ensure there are no signs of periodontal disease or other issues. If you do have gum disease or other issues, your dentist will address this first before proceeding with dental implants. 

Sufficient Bone Density

Dental implants need a certain level of bone density to remain stable in your mouth. Your dentist may use X-rays or a CT scan to determine your jaw bone density. A bone graft may be recommended to build up the jaw bone density before considering implants. 

Good Overall Health

Your overall health can affect whether your implants are a suitable treatment for your oral health. Systemic conditions, such as uncontrolled diabetes or heart disease, can also affect your ability to undergo treatment. Your dentist may recommend you work with your primary health care provider to address any health issues before you undergo a procedure for dental implants. 

Oral Hygiene

Good oral hygiene is essential regardless of your dentist’s recommended treatment for your full mouth rehabilitation. Your dentist will evaluate your brushing and flossing habits and recommend how to improve. At Luminous Smiles, we are a no-judgement practice and will work with you to ensure your brushing and flossing techniques are on point.

Non-Smoker

When you smoke, you increase the risk of the dental implant not fusing sufficiently to your jaw bone. Smokers also heal more slowly after treatment, and have a higher risk of implant rejection. We recommend you consider quitting smoking to give your implant the best chance of success. 

What is full mouth rehabilitation?

Full mouth rehabilitation is a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with extensive tooth loss, decay, or injury. It can restore the health, function, and appearance of your smile. Treatment plans most often include a combination of procedures, such as fillings, teeth whitening, or dental implants. 

Dentists recommend implants as a solution for missing teeth as part of a full mouth rehabilitation because they provide stability and support for replacement teeth. Traditional dentures can shift and move, but dental implants anchor them securely. This stability contributes to restoring the function and aesthetics of your smile.

Special Considerations for Dental Implant Candidates

Dental implants are highly versatile solutions for missing teeth, but not everyone is an immediate candidate. While factors like bone loss, certain medical conditions, or smoking can influence your eligibility, modern dentistry has made implants accessible to more people. 

As mentioned earlier, bone grafting can rebuild the jaw bone to provide a stable implant base. During this procedure, your dentist adds bone material to areas where the jaw is lacking density. This material may come from your body, a donor, or a synthetic source. Over time, it integrates with your natural bone to create a strong foundation for implants. 

Sometimes, the upper jaw doesn’t have enough bone near the sinuses. In other cases, the sinuses are too close to the jaw bone, impeding the bone graft. A sinus lift can correct both of these issues by creating the space needed to add the bone graft material. 

These pre-implant treatments help patients who may not have been eligible for this procedure. They ensure that more people can enjoy the benefits of implants for their full mouth rehabilitation.

Why choose dental implants for full mouth rehabilitation?

Dental implants are often considered the premier treatment for full mouth rehabilitation. They offer tremendous benefits over traditional options like dentures or bridges. 

Unlike dentures, which can shift and cause mouth sores, implants are firmly embedded into the jaw bone. Traditional bridges require healthy adjacent teeth for support, while implants stand alone and preserve the health of surrounding teeth.

Dental implants are a durable solution. With proper care, they can last a lifetime, making them a cost-effective treatment. Their natural appearance closely mimics your genuine smile, ensuring you get the confidence boost a happy and healthy smile provides.

Beyond esthetics, dental implants enhance your oral health. They stimulate the jaw bone, preventing bone loss and maintaining your facial structure, which is something that dentures and bridges cannot do.

Implants also improve your quality of life. They allow you to speak, eat, and smile confidently. Less permanent solutions like dentures can limit what you eat and impact how you talk.  

Talk to a cosmetic dentist in Newport Beach about dental implants.

Dental implants are an important part of full mouth rehabilitation. They create the stable foundation needed to support many restorations, including dentures. Implants also help increase confidence in the overall appearance of a smile after treatment. 

Consult with Dr. Desai from Luminous Smiles in Newport Beach to learn if you are a candidate for dental implants. You can also explore your options for full mouth rehabilitation and start your journey toward a more confident smile. Contact us to schedule your evaluation!