Dental Implants in West Harrison NY
Serving Scarsdale, White Plains and surrounding communities!
Dental implants are the preferred way to replace missing teeth for most individuals due to their durability, good looks, and comfort. Missing teeth profoundly impact one’s ability to eat, speak, and smile and can negatively affect oral health. Facial and Oral Surgery Specialists offer tooth replacement in West Harrison, NY, and surrounding areas like White Plains and Scarsdale, that is permanent and so natural-looking that everyone will think they are one’s natural teeth.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are the only artificial teeth that replace the entire tooth from the root to the crown. Because they replace the whole tooth, they perform several unique functions, including helping preserve the jawbone by stimulating bone growth and preserving facial contours.
Each dental implant has three sections. The implant itself is a titanium or ceramic screw surgically placed in the jawbone, acting as the root. A connector or abutment resembling a slender pin attaches to the implant and fastens to the crown. The crown is the visible portion, replacing the visible portion of the tooth. If multiple teeth are being replaced, a dental prosthetic resembling a denture may be supported by several implants.
Dr. Korban and Dr. Clark surgically place the dental implants in the jawbone. After the implants have healed and fused with the jawbone, a dentist or prosthodontist at The Implant Center will attach the restorations.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Prevents jawbone deterioration
- Preserves facial contours
- Superior stability with no slipping or clicking
- No need to avoid crunchy or hard foods
- Easy to care for and keep clean
- No dentures to remove at night
- Natural look and feel
- Dental implants last 20 years or more.
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914-500-8985 Call Now Schedule an AppointmentTypes of Implants We Offer
Single Dental Implant: If you are missing a single tooth, we can place a single implant without disturbing the neighboring teeth. Your dentist can then attach a crown that matches the adjacent teeth for a seamless appearance.
Full Arch Implant: If you need a full arch of upper or lower teeth replaced, we will work closely with the restorative dentist or prosthodontist to determine how many implants are appropriate to support your dental prosthetic. We can often place just four, six, or eight implants to minimize surgery.
Zygomatic Implants: Patients with insufficient jawbones can benefit from zygomatic implants. These are longer implants surgically placed in the cheekbones toward the back of the mouth to support and stabilize restorations in the upper jaw.
Implant-supported overdentures: These are modified dentures that snap or clip onto support bars or posts attached to the implants in the jawbone. They are more stable than traditional dentures but can be removed for cleaning.
Ceramic Implants: Ceramic implants are a safe and biocompatible alternative to titanium for patients with sensitivity to metals or autoimmune disorders.
Why Choose Facial and Oral Surgery Specialists?
The surgeons at Facial and Oral Surgery Specialists are part of The Implant Center. In this dental center, the best board-certified surgeons, restorative dentists, prosthodontists, laboratory technicians, and anesthesiologists work together to provide patients with the full spectrum of implant care from start to finish in one location. Procedures go smoothly, and our patients benefit from our expertise and collaborative approach.
Dental Implant FAQs
Who is a good candidate for dental implants?
Anyone missing one or more teeth and wanting a permanent, realistic-looking replacement tooth is a candidate for implants. However, if you have an autoimmune disorder, uncontrolled diabetes, or bleeding disorder, you may not be a candidate.
Is getting implants painful?
The surgery is not painful, as you are sedated during the procedure. You will be uncomfortable for the first week after surgery, with mild pain and swelling peaking around the third day. These are usually controllable with pain medication and ice packs.
What is recovery like after implant surgery?
Initial recovery following surgery takes about a week. During this time, you must get plenty of rest and stay hydrated. You will be on a soft diet for the first few days. However, osseointegration (fusing the jawbone around the implant) takes 3-6 months. During this phase, you do not feel any pain. Our surgeons will check with you periodically to ensure your healing progresses smoothly.
How much do dental implants cost?
Dental implants are not cheap, but they are a lifelong investment in your oral health. The cost of dental implants becomes more reasonable when you consider the recurring expenses of other restorations, such as dentures or bridges, which need maintenance and repairs.
Dental implants last decades and often last a lifetime with repairs or maintenance beyond brushing and flossing. Some insurance will cover all or part of the cost of dental implants. If you do not have insurance, we offer financing options.
Contact our office at West Harrison Office Phone Number 914-500-8985 to learn more about how Dr. Korban and Dr. Clark can transform your smile and restore your dental health with dental implants.
“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”
For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.