HOW DENTAL IMPLANTS WORK: How Dental Implants Restore Your Smile - Tarzana Smiles

How Dental Implants Work

Dental implants are a serious dental surgery, but how these restorations work is very straightforward. Simply enough, an implant replaces a missing tooth both above and below the gumline. This permanent replacement looks and feels like natural teeth, especially when you get dental implants from the experts at Tarzana Dentistry in Tarzana.

The Parts of a Dental Implant

Dental implants are made of three parts, each of which is necessary to the whole and makes this dental restoration strong and secure.

Post: The titanium post surgically implanted into the jawbone is small. This manmade post replaces for the missing tooth root.
Abutment: The abutment is attached to the post and sticks out just a little above the gumline so the prosthetic tooth can be situated upon it.
Restoration: Whether you are getting a single crown, dentures, or a dental bridge to complete your dental implant, each item will be permanently attached to the abutment.

Surgery and Healing Time

Any patient getting dental implants must have patience. This process takes between four to six months from start to finish but it only requires a few visits to your Tarzana dentist’s office.

Evaluation: You must qualify for the procedure. This occurs during a consultation with your Tarzana dental implant dentist during which x-rays, impressions, and 3D images are taken.
Surgery: Once the procedure is a go, the post is surgically implanted under the gum.
Healing: You must wait for the surgical area to heal and the bone to adapt to the implant. This step usually takes between 12 to 16 weeks but may take longer.
Completion: Your Tarzana dentist must confirm that the implant has fused with the jawbone and is solidly in place before the crown or denture can be placed. Once it is fine to proceed, the procedure and your smile are complete.

Excellent Side Effects of Dental Implants

Missing teeth are a big problem for your smile. Their absence is not just an aesthetic issue, but a foundational one too. Your oral health depends on whether you have all your teeth or not. Besides replacing your missing teeth, dental implants have other amazing side effects.

Strong face shape: Your natural teeth stimulate your jawbone. When those teeth are missing, there is nothing to preserve bone structure and, eventually, face shape will sink and be altered. Dental implants mimic the structure of natural teeth, prevent facial collapse and jawbone shrinkage, and preserve the jawbone.
Confidence: Some people have ill-fitting dentures to replace their missing teeth and this solution can be unreliable, stealing your confidence. Dental implants are a permanent solution, not a removable appliance, so you never have to worry about poor adhesive, teeth falling out, or soreness. You can bite, chew, and speak because your dental implants aren’t going anywhere.
Good oral health: Dental implants create a healthier mouth. Missing teeth are problematic because their absence affects the function of your mouth as well as appearance. Remaining teeth may shift to fill in the gaps, causing tissue damage, but with implants, teeth stay where they belong for a strong smile.

How Dental Implants Work in Tarzana

Dental implants are a viable option for almost everyone who has quality bone density and good oral health. Whether you are missing one tooth or multiple teeth, it is possible to achieve a strong, healthy mouth with dental implants and single-tooth replacements, multiple-teeth replacements, or all-teeth replacements.

Schedule a consultation with the experts at Tarzana Dentistry in Tarzana to find out how dental implants work, what sort of dental restorations are right for you, and whether dental implants are in your future. Contact us to schedule your appointment.

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   Tina B. 
 2024-06-30
 
 
 Verified The greatest dentist office I've ever been to!! Been going for YEARS, and have told so many people about this place! Everyone has been happy and comes back!! ... Dr. Garo himself is so cool, so easy going and chill (NOT money hungry)! The whole staff is amazing!!! ... Jessica the receptionist is the sweetest, easy to communicate with, and I just love it here!! Highly recommend!!! They do such a great job with everything they do!!
  
 
       
   c h. 
 2024-01-23
 
 
 Verified Don't go anywhere else...love them all!! Dr, you and your office are all a class act. Jessica is the sweetest. She is so kind. Jessica will handle all your schedule needs, she follows up and if there is a cancellation she will get you in. Zimra thank you for the deep cleaning. My gums and teeth are so much better. You make me feel so comfortable, I appreciate you. Dr O cares. He cares about us and not the $$. I will never go anywhere else. Thank you all!!
  
 
       
   Faith A. 
 2022-06-04
 
 
 Verified The best of the best! All around lovely staff and incredible service! Would recommend this office to anyone! Jessica at the front desk is especially kind!
  
 
       
   Brooke B. 
 2021-10-09
 
 
 Verified I am no longer afraid of the dentist and it's all because of this practice. Not only are the staff friendly, but they took my fears into consideration and were so gentle with me. I can only say good things about this office and I give them my complete trust with all my dental work.
  
 
       
   Antonio P. 
 2020-10-27
 
 
 Verified I am not a review type of person, I actually will have to create a profile to this this, I still rather ask to people I know and trust about places and services, which it is exactly how I have ended up at Tarzana Smiles. 
Well I must be honest I am beyond impressed with the honesty of these folks really blown away but their simple English talk without trying to sell me stuff or to impress me with big words.
Let's face it, nobody likes to go to the dentist, it hurts, it is uncomfortable, we are all the same...but when a dentist tells you that there isn't anything that wrong with a tooth and he would not do anything to it if it would be his tooth and takes the time to explain to you how things went and why, well that is a honest man and he has earned my respect and trust regardless what uniform he is wearing.
Not to mention the very nice people working for him that are just example of kindness and really willing to help you, simple folks working!
Overall fantastic experience.
  
 
       
   Nabi M. 
 2020-09-11
 
 
 Verified Dr Ourfalian is great! He is very kind, very professional and really cares about the quality of his work and the services they offer. Jessica, Vicki and Tina are all amazing. They make the visits enjoyable, they are always very kind and friendly - and are always super professional. Excellent, excellent. Ten stars!!
  
 
       
   Marcy M. 
 2020-08-15
 
 
 Verified I've been going to Dr. Ourfalian since February now and I can honestly say that his practice and staff are amazing! Everyone there is super nice, incredibly helpful and most importantly, CLEAN. 
I hadn't gone to the dentist in a few years and was honestly embarrassed. I explained this to him and his staff and they were not judgmental at all! They quickly made me feel comfortable and now actually make me look forward to my visits. 
If you're looking for a dentist, I promise, you will not be disappointed!
  
 
       
   Diane S. 
 2020-06-09
 
 
 Verified My dentist retired and a friend referred me to her dentist. Had a fantastic experience, I know the dentist ouch right, but no. It was great. Parking is easy, no pay. Office is clean and Jessica was prompt to get my paperwork and put me right in. Tina was my hygienist. She was kind, considerate. Walked me through everything she was doing. Had patience with my ocd issues. She was thorough with each of my teeth. She got everything off and cleaned out. My teeth feel great. You can tell she really loves what she does. Vicky took all of my xrays with the newest technology. She was fast and efficient. The dr came in and I was able to see all of my teeth on this handy pen camera device. It was great. I'm so grateful to find a dentist office that truly cares about my needs and I just have to hand them my insurance card. So easy and carefree today. Appreciate them all.
  
 
       
   Aysia B. 
 2019-09-20
 
 
 Verified I drive from Culver City to Tarzana I love my dentist office so much! They are so friendly and professional. I actually look forward to my visits here, which says a lot!
  
 
       
   Helen Z. 
 2019-08-12
 
 
 Verified I've been going to Dr. Ourfalian for over 13 years. He and his team have done anything and everything to help my family and I. I've had basic dental work to teeth needing to be pulled to emergency dental implants. They always make you feel like family and Dr. Ourfalian is the simply the best at dentistry. Jessica, Tina, and Vickie are essential to the team. They always assist you with figuring out dental plans, payments, or anything you need help with. They're truly an exceptional team and I bring my entire family here and will continue to indefinitely. Thanks Tarzana Smiles!

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   ivette reyes 
 2024-08-13
 
 
  Good place to get work done for your mouth.
  
 
       
   David Teichman 
 2024-06-05
 
 
  I never ever leave reviews but I had to for Dr. Ourafalian and the group here. If i can give infinite stars I would. Jessica and Vickie are the sweetest, they ALWAYS have a smile on their face which tells you a lot about this office. The hygienist is the best Ive been to and so informative about everything. Dr Ourafalian is the nicest person Ive ever met. They do the best work Ive gotten done and are so kind generous with the cost. I recently moved 45 mins away from here and i still wont change my dentist to anyone else. If i had to drive 2 hours just to come to here I still would, thats how amazing they are. I recommend all my friends and family here. Most trusted dentist who only cares about the patient and whats best for them. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
  
 
       
   Michael Afek 
 2023-07-05
 
 
  The best!
  
 
       
   Melinda Hull 
 2023-04-27
 
 
  So happy to have found this place! Dr. Ourfalian is very kind, gentle, and informative. Alexa, Vickie, and Jessica too are all just the best! 10/10.
  
 
       
   Isaac Shafa 
 2023-04-25
 
 
  Amazing Dentist, Amazing Staff, Kind & Polite, Amazing Experience !!
  
 
       
   Bh Studio 
 2023-04-24
 
 
  Excellent job!
  
 
       
   Jared Masher 
 2023-01-07
 
 
  He was great and his staff was absolutely amazing. They made my kids actually like going to the dentist and took tremendous care of us while under their care!
  
 
       
   J Gale 
 2020-09-16
 
 
  Been our dentist for years, highly recommend. Office staff and hygienist great. Dr. O gentle, patient, kind and thorough!

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