Are you searching for a dental practice “near me” in the West Palm Beach community that offers quality restorations? Do you want to find out more about dental implants? If you have experienced tooth loss and are seeking tooth replacement options, now is a great time to speak to Drs. James Medlock and Elizabeth Keith about the ways in which dental implants can repair the function and aesthetics of the smile!
 
Dental implants are popular because they have several benefits. They are made with long-term repair in mind. These posts are surgically implanted into the bone of the jaw where they are then restored over the top with a crown, bridge, or denture. These versatile restorations are known for lasting a lifetime, making them the ideal investment in the smile when it comes to repair. Drs. James Medlock and Elizabeth Keith of the West Palm Beach community welcome new patients into their practice to learn about the ways in which dental implants can enhance the smile.
 
Many patients want to learn more about the process. The process can take some time, but is highly successful. Patients start with a consultation appointment to make sure they are an appropriate candidate for dental implants. This will include a physical examination as well as x-rays. Patients who are the best candidates are those who have enough bone to support the implant once it has been placed. Patients should also take the initial consultation time to speak with their team about alternatives also available including bridges and dentures to determine which is right.
 
Once patients have decided to go with dental implants as their choice restoration, they book an appointment for their placement. They will undergo appropriate anesthetics and sedation during the oral surgery and they will be given prescription medication to manage their pain afterwards. The procedure takes approximately an hour and patients are sent home with aftercare instructions.
 
The process of osseointegration begins, during which the bone of the jaw begins to wrap around the implant. This can take several weeks to several months, but helps solidify the implant into the smile. This is what gives dental implants their strength and durability. Drs. James Medlock and Elizabeth Keith then see patients for the restoration of the implant with crowns, bridges, or dentures. This is planned out before the process begins so patients will know exactly what to expect from their implants.
 
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