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Implant Dentures: The Most Natural Way to Rebuild Your Smile!
Healthy teeth are essential to daily living. Sadly, millions of Americans suffer from tooth loss issues that rob them of a high-quality of life! If you fall into this category, the dentists at Boulevard Dental in Seminole, Florida, offer a full-teeth replacement option through implant dentures. Here are some questions we’re often asked about this treatment.
What are implant dentures?
Implant dentures are a full set of natural-looking teeth anchored in place by implants – small titanium screws that replace lost tooth roots. These screws are carefully inserted into your jawbone to integrate with the surrounding tissue and heal—an operation that may take three to six months to complete. Once healed, the implants are used as a platform to rebuild your smile. In all-on-4 implant procedures, just four implants are sufficient to support a complete set of upper or lower teeth, making the process seem less intimidating than it actually is.
Why should I choose implant dentures as my replacement teeth?
If you want a smile as strong, secure, and natural-looking as real teeth, there’s no better choice than implant dentures. Your new teeth are anchored firmly in place by implants to ensure they never come loose. You won’t suffer bone loss as the implants will stimulate your jaw to keep it healthy and strong.
Your new teeth will be custom-made to the shape of your mouth and jaw to ensure a precise, comfortable fit. Once they’re attached to the implants, they become fixed, allowing you to smile, laugh, eat, and speak normally again.
Who qualifies for implant dentures?
The best candidates are people who are healthy, have good oral health, and have sufficient bone density to support the implants. Problems with bone loss, however, can be remedied with a bone graft. We’ll evaluate your oral and medical health during your consultation to see if you’re a good fit for implant surgery. Poor lifestyle habits like drinking, smoking, and recreational drug use are also considered, as they can interfere with your recovery.
Is implant surgery painful? What about the initial recovery?
Implant surgery is performed using local anesthesia so that pain won’t be an issue. We also offer sedation options for patients who need extra help relaxing for their procedure. Any discomfort, soreness, or gum swelling you experience afterward can be managed with ice packs and OTC pain medication. These symptoms are only temporary, lasting a few days to a week after your surgery.
How long do implants last?
With good oral care, implants can last for life! Since your new teeth can last for decades before needing an upgrade, you can look forward to enjoying your beautiful new smile for years to come!
Where can I go near me in Florida for full-mouth replacement?
You can rebuild a healthy, beautiful smile with implants at Boulevard Dental! Seminole, FL residents can contact Dr. Chris Wujick, Dr. Lester Castillo, or Dr. Skyler Clark at (727) 308-6224 to schedule a consultation for implant treatment.
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Skyler Clark, DMD
Dr. Skyler Clark graduated with a perfect 4.00 GPA from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and received the Academy of General Dentistry Senior Student Dental Award. Furthering his expertise, he completed an AEGD at the University of Florida. Dr. Clark excels in various dental procedures, from implants to Invisalign. He prioritizes trust and empathy in his patient relationships and is dedicated to ongoing education to deliver top-quality care.
Christopher Wujick, DMD
Dr. Christopher Wujick earned his B.S. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Florida and completed his DMD. at their College of Dentistry in 2004. A dedicated academic, he stays current with hundreds of hours in continuing education across all areas of dentistry. Dr. Wujick is a Past President of the Tampa Bay and Florida Academies of General Dentistry. An active member of the Pinellas County Dental Association, ADA, AGD, and Florida Dental Association, he has served the Pinellas County Health Department since 2005 and organized the Give Kids a Smile program for three years.
Dr. Lester Castillo
Dr. Lester Castillo has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science from the University of South Florida and earned his dental degree from the University of Florida in 2019. He has completed advanced training with a focus on Implant Dentistry and incorporates digital dentistry into his practice. His specialties include prevention, crowns and bridges, dentures, root canals, fillings, extractions, and implants. Dr. Castillo is passionate about continuing education and has completed a Fellowship with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI).