Dental Implants in Fort Myers FL
What is a Dental Implant?
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases, a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
Restore Your Smile And Eat Your Favorite Foods Again
“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”
For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.
Surgical Advances
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology,Ronny S. Taschner, DDS and Jennifer Taschner, DDS, MMSc are able to place single stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them but do require a minimum of six weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between a periodontist and a restorative dentist. Ronny S. Taschner, DDS and Jennifer Taschner, DDS, MMSc perform the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
Taschner Periodontics
Patient Review
Before moving to Florida, my periodontist in Kansas City, MO, recommended Taschner Periodontics as "the absolute best" in the greater Fort Myers area. For two years (until returning to Kansas City), Dr. Ronny Taschner and her staff treated me for dental and gum implants consistent with "the absolute best" professional standards, and then some. My heartfelt gratitude to the entire team at Taschner Periodontics! Abraham "Bob" Gast
- Abraham G
Patient Review
From broken tooth extraction to implant the quality of service and care are second to none. Great staff to work with, professional, friendly, very accommodating with my schedule, clearly explained procedures and follow-up, answered all questions. Both procedures by Dr. Jennifer Taschner were flawless, painless and without complications. Would highly recommend.
- Michael J
Patient Review
Friendly and very understanding.
- Michele M