If you are suffering from tooth loss, you need a tooth replacement option that is effective and predictable. Dental implants are the solution for you. More than 500,000 dental implants are placed each year because they provide a 95% success rate. As a long-term solution, they allow you to make a true investment in your dental health and quality of life. However, as with any dental procedure, you are probably concerned about the cost of dental implants in Glendale. Although they do cost more than traditional forms of tooth replacement, like dentures, you might be surprised to learn they are more affordable than you had thought.
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How Much Do Dental Implants in Glendale Cost?
April 17, 2017
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You Can Afford Dental Implants in Phoenix
March 14, 2017
Whether you are currently a denture wearer or having missing teeth that need to be replaced, you may want to consider dental implants. Unlike other tooth replacement options, implants substitute for both the crowns and roots of missing teeth. And also unlike those other options, dental implants are generally not covered by insurance at this time. You may want to check your medical plan, which may offer coverage depending on the reason for your tooth loss. In any case, if you are considering dental implants in Phoenix, be sure to talk with the team at any one of the Smile Fitness Dental Centers locations. We’ll be happy to discuss various ways you can afford your new smile.
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Get a Confident, Complete Smile with Dental Implants in Phoenix
November 4, 2016
As the holiday season commences, give yourself the perfect gift with a confident, complete smile using dental implants. Dental implants in Phoenix allow you to permanently restore your confidence and your smile with the most preferred solution to treat tooth loss. Offering over a 95 percent success rate, you will enjoy a lifelong solution that closely mimics the appearance and function of natural teeth. With dental implants, you will smile brightly throughout the holiday season with a restored sense of confidence with a complete smile.
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Replace Missing Teeth With Dental Implants in Phoenix
September 24, 2016
If you lost your shoes, chances are you wouldn’t think about going to the store to buy just one shoe to replace them both, so why does it make sense to only replace one half your lost tooth? The short answer is – it doesn’t. Traditional tooth replacement solutions only renewed those parts of teeth that were visible above the gum line, but without the supportive underlying root system, these replacement teeth relied on surrounding dental structures for support. In order to provide the most natural restoration, we may recommend patients consider our dental implant supported tooth replacement options.
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One-Stop Dental Implants in Glendale, AZ
February 22, 2016
Smile Fitness Dental Centers have offered Glendale, AZ residents outstanding dental care since 1987, and patients trust us to provide superior service no matter how complex the prpcedure. We’re proud to offer our patients the ability to complete the entire dental implant process from consultation to restoration all in either of our Glendale or Phoenix offices. In addition, our team has years of experience in dental implant tooth replacement. Dr. Florento and Dr. Santoro both have post-graduate study in implantology. Dr. Florento serves as a clinical instructor in restorative dentistry, and Dr. Santoro has training in oral and maxillofacial surgery and completed a fellowship in implantology. Our skilled dentists and team are her to provide the full dental implant tooth replacement process. No referrals. No visits to strange dental practices. No multiple consultations with various dental practitioners. Convenient, effective dental implant restoration starts with a consultation visit at Smile Fitness Dental Centers.
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Smile Fitness Dental Center: Dental Implants
May 29, 2015
Missing teeth can stand between you and a healthy, happier smile. We all want to look our best, and our teeth are no different. Missing teeth can drag anyone’s confidence down, but there is hope with dental implants in Glendale, AZ from Smile Fitness Dental Centers. The Glendale, AZ and Phoenix, AZ offices are ready to help!
Implant Dentistry Overview
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots used to support a restoration for a missing tooth or teeth, helping to stop or prevent jaw bone loss. Losing teeth can be a drag and a confidence killer. Dental implants provide patients with the strength and stability to eat all the foods you love without struggling to chew. In addition, dental implants stimulate and maintain the jaw bone, thus avoiding bone loss and helping to preserve facial features.
Common tooth-loss factors:
- Tooth decay
- Root canal failure
- Gum disease (Periodontitis)
- Trauma to the mouth (tooth injury)
- Excessive wear and tear
- Congenital defects
Dental Implant Procedure
So, how does it all work? The dental implant procedure is broken down into two parts: preparation and placement.
Preparation is important. To begin, a small-diameter hole (pilot hole) is drilled at edentulous (where there is no tooth) jaw sites in order to guide the titanium screw that holds a dental implant in place. Our dentists use great skill and expertise when boring the pilot hole and sizing the jaw bone.
Placement is where it all comes together. The initial pilot hole is slowly widened to allow placement of the implant screw. Once in place, the surrounding gum tissue is secured over the implant and a protective cover screw is placed on top to allow the site to heal. After up to six months of healing, the implant is uncovered and an abutment (holds the crown replacement) is attached to the implant. Once the abutment is in place, a temporary crown will be created. Once the gum grows and shapes itself naturally, the temporary crown is replaced with a permanent crown.
Implant Dentistry Services
- Consultation to completion all done in either of our locations
- Quality, proven, reliable procedures at affordable fees
- Exam and X-Rays
- Placement of dental implants
- Restoration to final results
Dental implant patients enjoy restored function, which allows a healthy diet of hard-to-chew foods, improved speech and more. Your new smile will boost your confidence, enhance your appearance and improve your quality of life.
Call Our Office
To schedule an appointment, please call our offices located in Glendale, AZ or Phoenix, AZ. We also serve the surrounding areas including Sun City, Tempe, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and beyond.
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Dental Implants Can Give You a Natural and Functional Smile
November 14, 2014
Time was when a missing tooth meant, well, a missing tooth. Today, however, thanks to the advantages of modern dental technology, a missing tooth can be replaced with a lifelike substitute. Dental implants replicate the look, feel and function of natural teeth. The dentists at Smile Fitness Dental Center in Phoenix, AZ, and Peoria, AZ, have used dental implants to restore the smiles and in many cases the overall health of patients in their practice.
Teeth can go missing for a host of different reasons, among them are severe tooth decay, traumatic injury or advanced gum disease, also called periodontitis. Regardless of the reason, the consequences are not only cosmetic. Yes, a missing tooth affects your smile, but did you know that it can also have consequences to your health? Missing teeth can making chewing difficult, which can lead to malnutrition. Therefore, dental implants not only repair smiles, they can improve general health, too.
The Dental Implant Procedure
First, one of the dentists at Smile Fitness Dental Center will conduct a thorough dental exam and determine whether or not there is adequate bone volume for implants. If yes, then the first step is to implant a titanium post into the jawbone where the tooth is missing. In the case of multiple missing teeth, your dentist will implant several strategically positioned posts that will support a partial or full denture. Then, those posts are given time to heal while the bone fuses with the posts and creates a secure foundation. You’ll return to the office for the dentist to attach the crown or fixed denture that will become your new teeth. Thanks to dental implants, you’ll have a natural looking smile that will give you good health and happiness for years to come.
Schedule an Appointment Today
If you’ve been dealing with the appearance and difficulty of missing teeth, call the office of Smile Fitness Dental Center in either Phoenix, AZ, or Peoria, AZ to learn more about dental implants. We also proudly serve patients in Glendale, Scottsdale, Tempe, Sun City and Paradise Valley.
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Implant Supported Dentures: A Preferred Restorative Method for Replacing Missing Teeth
June 20, 2014
Dentures have been a trusted solution to missing teeth for many, many years, allowing men and women to eat a healthful diet, speak clearly, and smile with friends and family comfortably. Today, modern dental technology makes it possible to secure dentures with more stability, promoting a more natural feel and appearance than ever before. At Smile Fitness Dental Centers in Glendale, AZ and Phoenix, AZ, our doctors offer a variety of restorative dentistry procedures, including dental implant supported dentures.
Benefits of Implant Retained Dentures
Traditional dentures can slip and move around in your mouth when you are speaking, often resulting in embarrassing social situations and discomfort. Some patients experience a clicking sound as their dentures wobble and slip. Fortunately, dentures can now be secured with dental implants, allowing denture wearers to feel more comfortable and confident in their smile and bite.
Dental implants are small titanium posts that are surgically implanted into the jaw bone and gum tissue. These implants serve as replacements for the roots of your natural teeth. When the implants have fused with the bone of your jaw and the gum tissue has healed, a set of customized dental prosthetics – such as a full set or one arch of dentures – can be attached. There is no longer any need for natural suction or denture adhesives because your prosthetic is firmly secured to your gums by the implants.
Schedule Your Visit Today
Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with our doctors and staff to see if you are a potential candidate for dental implants. We look forward to helping you achieve the radiant, healthy, and comfortable smile you’ve always wanted with implant retained dentures and other restorative dentistry procedures. Our two offices in Glendale and Phoenix, AZ happily welcome patients from around the nearby communities, including Scottsdale, Peoria, West Phoenix, and more.
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Restore and Reclaim Your Smile with Dental Implants in Phoenix and Glendale
March 11, 2014
Your smile says a lot about you, conveying a variety of emotions and general wellbeing in a mere instant. If you are missing one or more teeth, though, it’s likely that you feel self-conscious and even embarrassed of your smile. In addition, missing teeth can make eating and speaking uncomfortable and difficult. Fortunately, modern dental technology makes it possible for your local Phoenix and Glendale dentists to rebuild your bite and your smile with permanent dental implants.
Are Dental Implants Right for Me?
A comprehensive assessment and consultation with your dentist will determine which restorative dental procedure is an ideal fit for your unique situation. Most patients with healthy gum tissue and adequate bone density in the jaw are good candidates for dental implants, a solution that looks and feels absolutely natural.
Because they are implanted directly into your jaw and gum, dental implants are as secure and functional as your natural teeth. A small titanium post is first placed where your tooth once stood, and a porcelain crown restoration is affixed directly to it. The crown is custom-made to match the shape, size, and color of your surrounding teeth for a seamless fit. When healing is complete, you can once again feel free to smile, eat, and speak naturally with full comfort and confidence.
Rebuilding Your Smile with Dental Implants
Whether you have recently undergone an extraction or you have been missing teeth for some time, rebuilding your complete dentition is possible. Contact your local dental office in Phoenix, AZ or Glendale, AZ today to discover how dental implants and other restorative dental services can help you enjoy all of the benefits of a complete set of teeth once again. We also serve patients in West Phoenix and Peoria, as well as nearby areas. Our skilled, experienced doctors and caring, friendly team look forward to seeing you and your family!
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Experience Dental Implants in Phoenix
October 15, 2013
There are few dental injuries more severe or damaging than losing a tooth. Unsightly gaps in your smile can lead to reduced self-confidence and enthusiasm, potentially hurting your professional and personal relationships – not to mention an increased risk of gum disease and additional tooth loss. In the past, patients have often had to rely on stable but clunky restorative techniques such as dentures and partials; while these may work for many smiles, the lack of tooth roots often begins to cause the soft tissue and bone to deteriorate, leading to a hunched appearance. Thankfully, there’s a relatively new and wildly effective tooth replacement option available now: dental implants. With the help of dental implants, you can regain your full smile and oral health so seamlessly that it will be like you never lost a tooth in the first place!
While available services will vary from practice to practice, your local dentists in Phoenix are happy to offer dental implants to patients at their local office. The process is simple – first, you’ll undergo a comprehensive exam in order to ensure that you’re a viable candidate for dental implants. Then, one or more small posts will be carefully placed in however many empty sockets you need filled; this depends on your unique situation, of course.
Then, once your new tooth roots have had time to successfully fuse with your soft tissue, you’ll return to our office. Your local dentists will then place a beautiful, customized crown atop each post, completing your treatment.
Dental implants are sturdy, durable, and incredibly natural looking. No one will be able to tell you’ve had any work done, and the best part is that your local dentists can carry out the entire procedure at their office from start to finish – no specialists or outside surgeons required!
Contact our Phoenix office today to schedule an appointment. We also have an office in Glendale and are happy to welcome patients from Peoria and West Phoenix. We’ll be sure to give you something to smile about!
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