When you’re considering a significant investment in your oral health like dental implants, it’s natural to have questions for your dentist. After all, you want to be sure you’re making the right decision and have all the necessary tools for success.
Don’t leave your consultation with any confusion or doubts. Here’s a list of important things you can ask to help you feel more confident about your choice.
How Long Does the Process Take?
One of the first questions you should ask your dentist is how long the entire dental implant process is expected to take. This will vary depending on the number of teeth you are replacing to your overall health, age, and how quickly your implants heal, but your dentist should be able to give you a general idea of the timeline.
Typically, your implants will be installed in one day and you can even return home after your procedure, however healing times will depend on the individual.
Do I Need Any Preparatory Procedures?
While it is not very common, there are instances where implants can fail to adhere properly to your jawbone. This can be influenced by the length of time you’ve been missing teeth and how well you follow your post operative care instructions.
Rest assured that your dentist will give your mouth a thorough examination before approving you for surgery, to be sure it is safe and your odds of success are high, but it is possible that you may require additional surgery to repair jawbone degradation.
If surgery cannot do enough to correct your jaw, your dentist will notify you at this time that you are not a good candidate for implants.
Do You Have Any Before and After Photos?
While every smile will look different after dental implants, it can be very helpful to see what other patients results look like when making your own decision.
How Much Will They Cost?
By the end of your consultation, your dentist should be able to quote you exactly how much your treatment will cost. At that time, you can choose to make modifications to your plan to better suit your budget or discuss options such as the types of financing available.
What Are Your Credentials?
Finally, it may ease your mind to know how well-versed your dentist is at dental implant surgery. It is perfectly acceptable to ask for his or her credentials, including their school, what kind of specific training they have undertaken, and how long they have been performing this type of procedure.
Don’t leave your dental implant consultation feeling confused. Your dentist is happy to answer all the questions you may have about the surgery, cost, and any other concerns that could come up at your appointment.
About Our Practice
At My Frederick Dentist, we provide timely, professional care for patients of all ages. Our modern facilities are equipped to provide a variety of procedures, including dental implant placement, and we strive to make your experience the best possible.
To schedule an appointment, please visit our website or call us at 301-685-0389.