Laser Gum Surgery

Over the years a number of clinicians and companies began to market mini-implants for definitive support to dentures, bridges, and crowns. Companies manufacturing these mini-implants, often with no research and development and poor quality control, market their products to non-implant specialists as an ‘easy’ implant, one that doesn’t require as much training or skill to place. Of greater concern is a current trend by some (unscrupulous) clinicians to use mini-implants instead of the stronger, more predictable conventional implants, without notifying their patients.

The discerning Dental Patient should approach mini-implants with caution. Though there are real indications for the use of mini-implants (see below), it is our opinion, and the opinion of every leading organization in the field of implantology, that mini-implants should not be routinely considered as a first treatment alternative. Even with recent advances in mini-implant surfaces that promote better integration to bone, there are only a handful of poorly controlled studies, and not a single long-term study, that examines the success rate or predictability of mini-implants. This should be compared with the nearly forty years of extensive data, and tens of thousands of studies, which have proven the long-term success of conventional dental implants. Having said this, and as long as the patient and clinician understand and discuss the limitations of mini-implants, there are a limited number of scenarios where mini-implants should be considered. These include:

• Cases of a severely atrophic (resorbed) mandible, where bone grafting is not indicated, and implants are needed to aid in retention of a lower denture
• Cases where significant medical issues preclude surgical access for the placement of conventional implants
• Cases where there isn’t sufficient space to place a conventional dental implant and orthodontic opening of the space is not possible/indicated

The Doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants are fully trained in the placement of mini-implants and available to discuss this as an option in the appropriate cases. Please feel free to contact us with questions regarding mini-implants.

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The discerning dental patient should approach mini-implants with caution. Though there are real indications for the use of mini-implants (see below), it is our opinion, and the opinion of every leading organization in the field of implantology, that mini-implants should not be routinely considered as a first treatment alternative. Even with recent advances in mini-implant surfaces that promote better integration to bone, there are only a handful of poorly controlled studies, and not a single long-term study, that examines the success rate or predictability of mini-implants. This should be compared with the nearly forty years of extensive data, and tens of thousands of studies, which have proven the long-term success of conventional dental implants. Having said this, and as long as the patient and clinician understand and discuss the limitations of mini-implants, there are a limited number of scenarios where mini-implants should be considered. These include:

• Cases of a severely atrophic (resorbed) mandible, where bone grafting is not indicated, and implants are needed to aid in retention of a lower denture
• Cases where significant medical issues preclude surgical access for the placement of conventional implants
• Cases where there isn’t sufficient space to place a conventional dental implant and orthodontic opening of the space is not possible/indicated

The doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants are fully trained in the placement of mini-implants and available to discuss this as an option in the appropriate cases. Please feel free to contact us with questions regarding mini-implants.
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Florida Dental Implants

Long Term Success

Modern dental implants are highly reliable and exponentially stronger than the tooth roots they are replacing. Recently, the development of stronger titanium alloys (titanium) and implant-surface technology has dramatically improved dental implant success. Today, dental implants have become the single most successful implantable device in dentistry or medicine.

The Success of Dental Implants has been extensively reported to be in the high 90% range (96-98%). Numerous studies of modern dental implants, which have existed in their current form since the 1990′s, have shown similar success rates at 15 years.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants are the most advanced tooth replacement option available to our patients. Done correctly, they are highly esthetic and will look and feel like your own teeth. Equally important, dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that maintains the jaw bone that is so critical for facial esthetics. Following loss of a tooth, the jawbone will naturally resorb (atrophy) unless replaced by a dental implant. This is traditionally what happens under bridges and dentures, a process that can give denture patients a prematurely aged, “sunken-in” look.

Besides saving bone, dental implants also save teeth. Prior to implants, fixed (non-removable) bridge-work which was used to replace missing teeth required the shaving down of adjacent teeth to serve as anchors. Besides requiring the grinding-down of sound tooth structure, this would often result in the immediate or future need for root canal treatment of the anchor teeth. Capped and root canaled anchor teeth are more vulnerable to cavities and fractures. With implants, missing teeth can be replaced without touching adjacent teeth. The results are individual tooth restorations that are easier to clean. Implants help distribute biting forces and therefore protect, not weaken, adjacent teeth.

Dental Implants cannot get cavities nor will they require root canals, making them the ideal option for patients with a history of cavities or failed root canals. A properly placed, healed, and well-maintained dental implant will serve as a permanent (lifetime) tooth replacement.

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Dental Implants

Our doctors have vast experience in the placement of dental implants. They have lectured nationally and internationally on implants, taught and mentored other doctors, and published numerous articles on dental implants.

Dental Implants are the most advanced tooth replacement option available to our patients. Done correctly, they are highly esthetic and will look and feel like your own teeth. Equally important, dental implantsare the only tooth replacement option that maintains the jaw bone that is so critical for facial esthetics.

Dental implants are titanium anchors used to permanently replace teeth that are missing, cannot, or should not be saved. Dental implants themselves serve as tooth root replacements to support caps, bridges, or dentures. Developed in the 1960’s, modern dental implants revolutionized dentistry and have become the standard of care for replacement of missing or soon to be missing teeth.Our doctors have vast experience in the placement of dental implants. They have lectured nationally and internationally on implants, taught and mentored other doctors, and published numerous articles on dental implants.

Beautiful smiles are the result of several inter-related elements: the teeth, the gums and the lips. There are two instances in which gum recontouring is necessary. First, teeth may appear short and square, often resulting from tooth structure being hidden beneath the gums. This may be accompanied by a high smile line, resulting in the appearance of a ‘Gummy Smile’. In these instances, doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants reshape the gums and supporting tissues. This exposes the unseen portion of your natural teeth, instantly creating a vibrant and healthy looking smile. 

If you have any questions about the smile lift procedure or would like to find out if you are a candidate for this treatment, please contact our office today to schedule an appointment.

you have any questions about the smile lift procedure or would like to find out if you are a candidate for this treatment, please contact our office today to schedule an appointment. - See more at: http://perio-implant.com/services-2/smile-enhancement-2/#sthash.MNsDh3eJ.dpuf

Beautiful smiles are the result of several inter-related elements: the teeth, the gums and the lips. There are two instances in which gum recontouring is necessary. First, teeth may appear short and square, often resulting from tooth structure being hidden beneath the gums. This may be accompanied by a high smile line, resulting in the appearance of a ‘Gummy Smile’. In these instances, doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants reshape the gums and supporting tissues. This exposes the unseen portion of your natural teeth, instantly creating a vibrant and healthy looking smile. - See more at: http://perio-implant.com/services-2/smile-enhancement-2/#sthash.MNsDh3eJ.dpuf

Beautiful smiles are the result of several inter-related elements: the teeth, the gums and the lips. There are two instances in which gum recontouring is necessary. First, teeth may appear short and square, often resulting from tooth structure being hidden beneath the gums. This may be accompanied by a high smile line, resulting in the appearance of a ‘Gummy Smile’. In these instances, doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants reshape the gums and supporting tissues. This exposes the unseen portion of your natural teeth, instantly creating a vibrant and healthy looking smile. - See more at: http://perio-implant.com/services-2/smile-enhancement-2/#sthash.MNsDh3eJ.dpuf

Beautiful smiles are the result of several inter-related elements: the teeth, the gums and the lips. There are two instances in which gum recontouring is necessary. First, teeth may appear short and square, often resulting from tooth structure being hidden beneath the gums. This may be accompanied by a high smile line, resulting in the appearance of a ‘Gummy Smile’. In these instances, doctors at the Florida Institute for Periodontics and Dental Implants reshape the gums and supporting tissues. This exposes the unseen portion of your natural teeth, instantly creating a vibrant and healthy looking smile. - See more at: http://perio-implant.com/services-2/smile-enhancement-2/#sthash.MNsDh3eJ.dpuf