Sonoma Dentist Offers Dental Implant Options

Recent Sonoma Smile Press Release:

Unbeknownst to most patients is the fact that there are generally several options for their dental care needs, in particular for dental implants and tooth replacement. Dr. Wayne Sutton of Sonoma Smiles in Sonoma, CA offers both traditional dental implants as well as mini implants, a tooth restoration technique used in conjunction with dentures. Tooth loss is a common occurrence with the number of Americans with missing teeth increasing significantly past the ripe age of 25. In fact, only about 10% of Americans over the age of 55 have a full set of teeth.

The most common causes of tooth loss are oral disease such as dental caries (cavities) and gum disease. “Tooth loss has psychological, social and physical effects and greatly diminishes a person’s quality of life” says Dr. Sutton. “Replacing a tooth with a dental implant is often the best option for patients looking to fully restore their dental health.” A dental implant procedure is the only procedure that restores the lost tooth as well as the jawbone that would normally deteriorate if that tooth were missing. A dental implant can  be used to replace one or many teeth and mini dental implants are used to stabilize dentures as well as provide options for patients who prefer dentures for cost or convenience concerns.

To determine your eligibility to receive dental implants you will first need a thorough evaluation from your dentist. Most patients are candidates for the procedure, even those who may suffer from gum disease, who currently wear dentures, smokers, and those who have suffered from (jaw) bone loss. Contact Dr. Sutton of Sonoma Smiles today to learn more about your tooth replacement options at 800-817-7078 or visit the website at http://www.sonomasmiles.com/.

Mini Implants for Dentures

Mini dental implants are designed for patients whose dentures slip or loosen. Mini implants firmly secure and hold dentures into place, providing a great remedy so that eating, speaking and smiling are renewed with confidence. Dr. Sutton of Sonoma Smiles is one of the few dentists in the Sonoma area who offers the mini dental implants for dentures procedure.

Mini dental implants utilize some of the latest technology in dental implantology and are one of the best solutions to denture problems. Because the denture is held in place by dental implants, they are secured in place firmly allowing the patient to eat, speak and smile without the fear of shifting dentures. The mini dental implants procedure is also much quicker than most patients imagine. It requires no cutting of the gums and no removal of stiches. In fact, the procedure can be completed with virtually no patient discomfort.

The other benefit that mini dental implants have for denture wearers is that traditional dentures do not help patients who suffer from jawbone resorption. Jawbone resorption occurs due to the lack of stimulation the jawbone experiences as a result of tooth loss. With mini dental implants, the jawbone is stimulated once again and the patient does not have to worry about the effects of looking older than they are or the occurrence of shifty dentures due to changes in facial structure.

Mini dental implants can be placed with dental sedation for the more anxious patient. This process makes sitting through the procedure more tolerable and negates the feelings of pain or anxiety. The surgery is minimally invasive, and will be administered by Dr. Sutton, a highly trained dentist who is a fellow in the American Dental Implant Association. Once the mini implants are placed, the heads protrude through the gum tissue to provide for a strong foundation to secure your dentures.

Learn more about mini dental implants or contact us today for more information. 1-800-817-7078