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Does anyone know anything about dental implants?

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 16:43:25 +0000

Since I have no back teeth, & can chew with only one spot in my mouth, the dentist has suggested dental implants. This is a VA dentist, & they aren’t known for their compassion. How painful is it? He says it will relieve my TMJ symptoms. Is this true? My jaw is out of alignment. Will it help? Thank you in advance for the input! By the way, when I said VA, I meant Veterans Administration, not Virginia. Thanks!

I think the suggestion for implants is a good one.

Yes, it will help relieve some TMJ symptoms simply by giving you posterior teeth to re-open your bite. Missing teeth can be very stressful to the joint. The bite closes deeply causing malalignment and disc distress.

I have personally assisted many implant placement surgeries, the patients say it is less painful than having a tooth extracted and seem to do very well and heal quickly.

As far as VA dentists are concerned, I have heard horror stories–but I have heard the same concerning dentists that are not VA. Trust your instincts. If you do not like the chairside manner of the dentist go to a different one. There has to be more than one VA dentist available to you.

Good luck!

Dental Implant surgery – Immediate Loading

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 01:41:58 +0000

http://www.dental-implants-guide.com/ This dental implant surgery ( performed by Dr. Jadad and Dr. Gallo) includes an extraction and placement of a dental implant. The implant is immediately loaded with a temporary crown.

Duration : 0:3:21

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How much do dental implants hurt to have put in and afterwards?

admin — Sun, 02 May 2010 18:43:03 +0000

How painful is it to have two implants in the upper mouth and how long is it painful for afterwarsd, also is there anything you should avoid afterwards.
Thanks

I have dental implants (see my avatar) It hurt more to have my teeth pulled than the implants. They don’t hurt at all now. I have had them now since 2005.

I love my new smile.

I can eat anything I want except it wouldn’t be advisable to chew things like ice as that is bad for natural teeth. I clean them the same as one does natural teeth with a water pic, floss and a toothbrush.

My teeth are attached by screws. I do not remove them.

Dental Implants in the Smile Zone- Part 3

admin — Sat, 01 May 2010 03:40:08 +0000

Dental implants are great solutions for teeth replacement, however when performed in the smile zone, they require detailed planning, careful techniques, and coordinated effort between the expert clinicians. This podcast discusses 5 key principles for achieving predictable success with dental implants in the aesthetic zone. Also, our guest expert, Dr. Vincent Prestipino demonstrates these crucial principles by presenting two patients.

Duration : 0:9:17

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Dentistry Yorba Linda – Who is great at dental implants?

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:38:04 +0000

I’m looking for a qualified dentist in Yorba Linda who is known for great dental implants. Any help or guidance would be appreciated, I would love to hear some local feedback.

Hi Tess,

Funny you should ask, I hear Doctor Richard Hamaty is a great doctor, I haven’t had dental implants done myself but one of my friends did and they look really natural, he is very happy with them.

He also said that the staff were very friendly and highly recommends their office for any other type of dentistry as well.

You can find out more info on the website on this page about dental implants: http://www.hamatydmd.com/DentalImplant.htm.

Hope this helps, good luck.

Cheers,

Ryan

Can any one tell how painful is getting dental implants?

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:37:29 +0000

I am going for getting dental implants in few days.. but i m worrying about the painful experience while dental implants!!!
please give me your opinion the same!!

Choose a good dentist and talk to him about your fears before dent implant….they have lots of good medicine to take care of your pain.

Dental Implants San Salvador, El Salvador

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:39:06 +0000

http://www.medicaltourismco.com/dentistry/cost-of-dental-implants.php
John Evans from New York Shares about his dental implants trip to El Salvador. in Central America, short air trip from the USA & Canada El Salvador is surrounded by Nicaragua, Honduras & Guatemala. Along with Costa Rica it is one of the many affordable high quality dentistry location in the medical & dental tourism network or Medicaltourismco.com . US Board certified dentist trained in the USA is part of medical tourism corporation network in El Salvador. Baylor College of dentistry educated & trained Prosthodontist Dr Lorenzana Dental services include Mouth restoration, dental implants (replacement of teeth), crowns & dental Bridges.

Duration : 0:3:3

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Has any one taken a dental tour for implants to India or Israel. If so, with what experience?

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:36:03 +0000

how much should dental implant for one tooth cost. what are the things one should consider while going for one?

My uncle had it and he said it was just as good as American dentists except it is cheaper

Dental Implant Surgery : Healing Dental Implant Surgery with PRP

admin — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 03:33:03 +0000

Prp, platelet rich protein, mixes with bone and speeds up the healing from surgery. Learn more about how PRP is used in bone augmentation surgery in this free oral health video from a dentist.

Expert: Michael Chen
Bio: Michael Chen is presently teaching courses about implant dentistry to other dentists. They range from introductory to advance courses. Dr.
Filmmaker: Bing Hu

Duration : 0:4:26

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I am appealing denial of dental implants and how can the insurance company get away with this?

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 17:28:01 +0000

I had my right mandibular removed due to cancer in 2002. [did not smoke or drink]. I appealed the policy on dental implants and the medical review board for the company I work for over turned their denial in 2003. The company changed insurance companies in 2004. I got the run around and was finally allowed to appeal them. I was also sent a letter stating I could have this done in 2004. The insurance company still would not let the doctors do this procedure. Mainly reconstruction of my jaw and implants. The doctors coded properly and twice sent preauthorization with no responses. I finally was allowed a second appeal. I was given the forms and sent the appeal in. I have proof of delivery but the insurance company said they misplaced the package. Finally after 2 months they sent another denial letter also stating this was the end of the administrative process, which is not true, I am allowed a third appeal which I did and sent it in. I have not heard back yet. A rep from the insurance company and the company I work for are to look at the appeal. I am sure I will get the same response even tho I have proof of delivery. I am not finding any lawyers interested in this and I feel I have a good case, since the insurance company has mishandled this whole appeal. I would send all this information to the ceo but am afraid I would lose my job, even tho my work record is good. I also requested, twice now, copies of the whole appeal case, which I am allowed to do with no charge to me. This company is a big company world wide.

If you are in the US you can file a complaint with the state bureau (department) of insurance. You are a consumer and have certain rights. The state will investigate to see if your insurance company has mishandled your case.