Permanent Dental Implants in Westbury, NY

It is not well-known, but many people walk around with broken teeth, which impact their ability to smile and chew. These people are unhappy but silent about their unfortunate condition. Many people are afraid that a removable denture is their only option.
Some people are reminded that their grandparents would put their teeth in a glass before bedtime or have trouble eating, while their dentures would come loose at mealtimes. Missing teeth can even lead to a collapsed look on your face, making you look older.
Smallberg & Satornino, DDS, PLLC treat these patients with newer options! We offer dental implant restorations in Westbury, NY. If it is determined that a dental implant prosthesis is the best solution for replacing a missing tooth or teeth, Dr. Smallberg or Dr. Satornino may refer you to an oral surgeon or periodontist for a specialized consultation. This ensures you receive expert care tailored to your unique needs. The specialist will evaluate your oral health, review your treatment options, and work closely with Dr. Smallberg or Dr. Satornino to coordinate a seamless implant process, prioritizing your comfort and long-term dental health.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are long-lasting restorative solutions that can provide replacement teeth that operate, feel, and look like natural teeth. The screw-like implant, frequently composed of titanium or zirconium alloy, acts as the new tooth’s root. It is placed directly through the gums into the jawbone to support the new replacement tooth.
An implant-retained crown will be attached to the dental implant once it has been surgically placed in the jaw. Porcelain crowns are often used to resemble your natural teeth closely. Dentures can also be fastened to your dental implant if you need to repair several missing teeth.
Once you lose a tooth, you start to lose the bone around the lost tooth. You maintain the bone when you replace the lost tooth with an implant. Implants allow you to maintain your bones, eat without discomfort, and have a younger-looking face.
Types of Implant-Retained Restorations
When Dr. Smallberg or Dr. Satornino determines that you are qualified for implant surgery, you can choose from the following implant restorations based on your need:
Implant-Retained Dentures
A more affordable option for those who only have enough bone for fewer implants (usually 3-4) is the implant-retained denture. Implants are placed in your bone, and a removable denture is connected to the implants with parts that look like snaps on a jacket. The dentures are removed at night, but they stay in better during the day and do not come loose easily, as they do without implants.
Implant-Retained Full Arch Bridge
The surgeon places implants (usually 6-8) in your bone, and we fit you for a full arch bridge that connects to the implants and stays in your mouth 24/7. You return to our office periodically to remove the bridge so that we can thoroughly clean underneath and change your screws (connecting your bridge to your implants), if necessary.
We Consider Speech and Esthetics
Whenever we make a major change to your front teeth, we always consider your cosmetics and speech abilities. We work closely with one of the country’s top labs, using digital photographs for cosmetics and videos for speech analysis.
Drs Smallberg or Dr. Satornino may ask you to read a particular speech while we video you to prevent speech impediments with your new teeth. We may even have you wear temporary teeth for a period of time to try out a new tooth position to ensure comfort and ease of function before the final placement of your new teeth.
The Gold Standard for Tooth Replacement
Dental implants are a great way to replace a lost tooth permanently. They can help avoid the common problems caused by tooth gaps, like neighboring teeth drifting, receding gums, sagging of the face, and loss of jaw bone. For dental implants in Westbury, NY, visit us at Smallberg & Satornino, DDS, PLLC. Our excellent dental team can help determine if this reconstructive dentistry procedure is right for you.
Do you have any problems with your teeth? Smallberg & Satornino, DDS, PLLC can help you regain your healthy, confident smile. Contact us today for personalized dental care to enhance your oral health and aesthetic appeal.