{"id":134,"date":"2016-05-10T21:24:42","date_gmt":"2016-05-10T21:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.washingtondentalnj.com\/?p=134"},"modified":"2016-05-10T21:24:42","modified_gmt":"2016-05-10T21:24:42","slug":"dental-implants-common-questions-answered-by-expert-dr-mariliza-lacap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.washingtondentalnj.com\/blog\/2016\/05\/10\/dental-implants-common-questions-answered-by-expert-dr-mariliza-lacap\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants: Common Questions Answered by Expert Dr. Mariliza Lacap"},"content":{"rendered":"\"dental<\/a>When you\u2019re suffering from tooth loss, you want to know what all of your options are to determine the best tooth replacement plan for your needs, budget, and lifestyle. Among the most preferred option to treat tooth loss are dental implants. Implants<\/a> offer the next best thing next to your natural teeth. But, receiving implants does require a fairly invasive surgery. As a result, we know that you have some questions. As a leading dentist for implants, Dr. Mariliza Lacap answers the most common questions regarding implants to help you make an educated decision.\n\n

What Can I Expect During Dental Implant Surgery?<\/h2>\nUsing a local anesthesia, bio-compatible titanium posts are surgically inserted into the jaw bone. With the use of anesthesia, you\u2019ll feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. Once the anesthesia has worn off, you\u2019ll heal fairly quickly as your bone begins to fuse to the post. You may experience minor discomfort, but anti-inflammatory and pain medications will resolve the discomfort.\n

What is the Recovery Process Like?<\/h2>\nAfter your surgery, you won\u2019t have any open wounds to care for. However, you will need to take a little extra precaution while eating. You\u2019ll want to limit the contact of foods and beverages to the incision sites as much as possible to avoid infection and irritation. You\u2019ll want to stay hydrated while sticking to soft foods.\n

How Long Will the Entire Treatment Take?<\/h2>\nThe process to getting dental implants varies depending on your individual treatment plans. While some dental practices offer same-day implants, most often treatment will last two to nine months. Treatment takes a while because it involves multiple phases. The first phase involves the surgical process of inserting the posts. Once your bone has fused to the post, abutments are placed on the posts to allow a prosthetic crown to be attached.\n

How Long Will My Implants Last?<\/h2>\nImplants are made to last a lifetime, however, the length of time your implants last depend on a few different factors. The titanium post will last forever with the right care. However, your prosthetic crown will need to be replaced periodically due to daily wear and tear.\n

Can My Body Reject Implants?<\/h2>\nIn very rare cases, your body will reject an implant. The main cause for implant failure is due to infection. With the right aftercare and proper oral health prior to the procedure, your success rate for dental implants is over 95 percent.\n

Are Implants Covered by Insurance?<\/h2>\nIn most cases, no. Implants are considered to be an elective procedure so insurances usually won\u2019t cover the surgery. However, there are certain aspects of your treatment that insurance may cover, such as if extractions are needed.\n

Your Dentist for Dental Implants<\/h2>\nAt Washington Dental Associates, we are your trusted dentist for dental implants. We will create a customized treatment plan to give you a complete smile. Using the latest innovations in dentistry, we\u2019ll safely and effectively perform your implant procedure. If you\u2019re ready to benefit from implants, contact us today<\/a> to learn more.\n