Dental Implants in Menifee, CA for a Better Quality of Life

What is the purpose of dental implants?

Dental implants and crowns are used to replace a missing tooth or teeth, helping you restore natural-looking teeth. In technical terms, dental implants are used to replace the missing roots of teeth and retain the dental crown. The advanced technology of dental implants relies on titanium rods which are attached to the jawbone. The rods function as tooth roots which merge with the jawbone and help keep the crown stable and in place.

Why should I opt for a dental implant procedure in Menifee?

Let’s put it this way: it may be impossible to have your own teeth back, but you can have dental implants and crowns, and that truly is the next best thing.

Modern implant technology has been in use for decades and it is the best and safest course of action if you have a missing tooth or teeth. The long-term benefits of dental implants include:

High success rate (dental implants have a 95% long-term success rate, making this form of treatment much more reliable, effective and safe than bridges and root canals),
Simple care and maintenance,
Jawbone tissue stimulation which helps prevent degeneration and deterioration (whereas a missing tooth that has not been replaced with an implant and crown leads to bone loss on account of lack of chewing forces),
Anesthesia options: local anesthesia, general anesthesia, IV sedation,
Short healing process (3 months on average), after which the dental crown can be tailor-made made using the patient’s dental impression,
Improved retention of a conventional denture and enhanced chewing efficiency,
Better quality of life: aside from restoring their jaw’s function and ability to chew, the patients become more confident due to improved aesthetic appearance.

How can dental implants in Menifee be used to retain denture?

The jawbone needs to support teeth, otherwise, it will atrophy and melt away. This is a completely natural process. A denture can further exacerbate the situation. You need a healthy jawbone to give stability to the denture, but once the bone starts to melt away, the denture starts to lose its support. Eventually, the denture becomes wobbly, loose and uncomfortable, defeating its original purpose, which is to enable the chewing process.

So how can dental implants help with that? Dental implants can help attach the denture to the jawbone and facilitate and improve its function. We are a trusted choice for patients in Menifee, Temecula, and the surrounding communities who are struggling with denture instability and want to improve their denture retention and function effectively.

Why do I need dental implants?

Whether you are missing a single tooth or several teeth, your dental health has been compromised. Dental implants are currently the most effective way to counteract the damage done by accomplishing the following:

Restoring chewing functionality,
Restoring facial appearance,
Protecting the underlying jawbone tissue.

The first two reasons are obvious, so we will focus our attention on elaborating on the third one. Namely, the jawbone tissue exists in order to hold your teeth and enable you to chew. Once you lose a tooth, the tissue no longer has the natural chewing stimulation. This marks the beginning of jawbone degradation and deterioration or the bone loss process.

So what happens if you wait too long and the degradation process gets out of hand? The bone will have melted away, and anchoring your dental implants will no longer be doable. Does it mean you will no longer qualify for dental implants? Not exactly, but the procedure will become more complicated and it will require a bone graft procedure to be carried out beforehand.

The bone graft procedure can affect the dental implant procedure in several ways:

Longer treatment,
Extended recovery time,
Higher treatment costs.

In other words, a lost tooth should be replaced as soon as possible. In fact, it’s best to have a tooth replacement plan ready immediately after tooth extraction in order to prevent bone resorption. Besides, an experienced dental implant specialist can perform the procedure quickly and easily.

Dr. Tsvetov is the leading dental implant specialist in the Temecula region and the number one choice for patients in Menifee and the surrounding areas. He will implant your dental implant in the form of titanium rods to help bond the bone, after which he will attach the replacement cap or crown onto the post.

You will be able to bite and chew food the same way you could while you still had your natural teeth. What’s more, you will be able to talk and smile with confidence, and you can hardly put a price tag on that. Find out how dental implants have brought a quality of life improvement to our patients in Wildomar, here in Menifee and across the region.

Do I qualify for dental implants?

Whether dental implants would be a suitable form of treatment in your case depends on the circumstances, such as:

Dental implants are used to preserve tissue, but they cannot rebuild the jawbone in case of jawbone deterioration,
Patients who need to rebuild jawbone have to undergo a bone grafting procedure before they are suitable candidates for dental implants,
Scheduling an examination with a highly qualified dental implant specialist such as Dr Tsvetov is the safest way to decide between your treatment options in order to maximize the benefits of advanced dental medicine.

Reach out to a competent dental implant specialist for a better quality of life

You may have lost a tooth, but don’t lose hope. Schedule a consultation with Doctor Tsvetov who has expertise, experience, and Board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Tsvetov will recommend reliable forms of treatment that will solve your dental issues in the long run. Make the most of all the potential benefits of dental implants and get back your confidence and your winning smile.

Our free-of-charge consultation involves:

Free X-rays & Cone Beam Scan
An examination of your teeth and jaw
Discussing your clinical situation
Going over your medical history
Discussing your dental implant treatment options
Going over your questions and concerns

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Frequently Asked Questions

How are crowns attached to dental implants?

What do full-arch dental implants look like?

How painful is a dental implant?

Patients often ask questions like Are dental implant procedures painful? and How long does the pain last after a dental implant? and we are glad to be able to dispel their fears and tell them that we can minimize or even eliminate their pain during and after the procedure. Over the decades, dental implant procedures have become simple and easy routine procedures.

Here at Temecula Facial Oral Surgery, you can also choose your desired option for anesthesia based on your preferences, which is what sets us apart from our competitors. We want you to feel completely comfortable, relaxed, and safe at our office. You may experience mild pain or discomfort after the procedure, which may require you to take mild pain medication.

How long do dental implants take from start to finish?

We employ advanced technology which includes CT scanning, Itero digital impressions, L-PRF, and other methods and techniques. This allows us to achieve precise results and optimal outcomes for our patients. Our dental implant specialist can complete a single dental implant procedure in under 30 minutes.

During the procedure here at Temecula Facial Oral Surgery, you can opt between various types of anesthesia: general, local or IV sedation. We understand that you might feel intimidated and apprehensive about the procedure, which is why our dental implant specialist will ensure you are completely familiarized with the procedure and completely comfortable.

How much does it cost to get a full arch of dental implants?

Can dental implants last forever?

Owing to the development of modern technology in the domain of dental implants, your dental implants can actually last you a lifetime. The risk of failure is minimal and the long-term success rate high. And if you choose a skilled and competent oral surgeon with experience in dental implant cases of varying complexity, you can feel confident that you are investing in a reliable, long-term solution.

What is the best alternative to dentures?

How can I get insurance to pay for dental implants?

Whether or not your dental implants will be covered by your insurance depends on your insurance plan. However, the high demand for dental implant procedures has made this the preferred method of tooth replacement. The demand is just as high among our patients here in Menifee and across the area. As a result, many dental PPO plans offer coverage for 60-80% of the treatment costs.

Whether or not your insurance covers the procedure, you can schedule your free consultation with the dental implant specialist here at Temecula Facial Oral Surgery, after which we will either verify your insurance coverage or work with you to work out an alternative solution. Our offer includes delayed payment plans where you have to pay 0% upfront.

What is the difference between a general dentist and an oral surgeon?

Although some general dentists may perform dental implant procedures, they are not your safest choice. General dentists do not have the knowledge and experience to perform certain more complex procedures that are beyond the scope of their expertise, which is why they will usually be the ones to determine if you need a dental implant and recommend visiting an oral surgeon.

Since a general dentist is likely to refer you to an oral surgeon anyway, your safest course of action is for you to consult an oral surgeon because oral surgeons have:

Knowledge and expertise to recommend an optimal solution,
Ability to handle complications,
Professional equipment to perform the procedure with precision.

Is it safe to have dental implants abroad?

Dental tourism is popular among patients in Menifee and across the Temecula region: they get on a plane to fly to some exotic destination where they can undergo dental treatment at a more affordable cost than here in America. As tempting as that may sound, it is not safe. Many of these foreign practices offer a lower standard of care and a lower success rate.

On top of that, each dental implant procedure carried out abroad bears potential health risks and the potential for complications which may cost even more to fix. We strongly advise our patients against dental tourism. We also offer affordable payment plans to make things easier for you in terms of your finances.