Restoring Oral Health with Precision: Sunshine Dental Implants

At Sunshine Dental, we are committed to helping patients restore full dental function with precision-based treatments tailored to each person's unique needs. Led by Dr. Aaron Kohan, a dentist with over two decades of experience in advanced restorative dental care, we provide long-term solutions for your oral health.

Dental implants are a trusted and effective way to replace missing teeth. This permanent solution restores the strength, function, and aesthetics of your smile.

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Understanding Dental Implants

A dental implant is a permanent restorative solution for a missing tooth. The process involves surgically placing a titanium post into the jawbone to serve as a replacement for the tooth's root. This post becomes secure in the bone through a process called osseointegration, creating a strong foundation for an artificial tooth.

Unlike removable dentures or bridges, dental implants are fixed in place, functioning like natural teeth. This also helps prevent bone loss, maintains the structure of your face, and allows you to eat and speak without worrying about your dental appliance moving. With proper care, a dental implant can last for decades.

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Advantages of Dental Implants

At Sunshine Dental, we believe treatment should restore dental function and protect your oral health for the long term. Here are some benefits of choosing dental implants:

• Stability and Strength: Implants create a foundation as strong as natural teeth.
• Prevention of Bone Loss: Missing teeth can lead to bone loss over time. Implants stimulate bone growth and prevent bone loss.
• Natural Function: Enjoy a full range of chewing function without the inconvenience of removable appliances.
• Longevity: Dental implants provide a long-term solution when correctly cared for.
• Support for Other Restorations: Implants can secure crowns, bridges, or dentures, which provide greater stability and comfort.

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Types of Dental Implant Restorations

At Sunshine Dental, we custom-tailor implant treatments to each patient's unique needs. These dental implants can be applied to a variety of restorative options in several applications for replacing single or multiple teeth:

• Single-tooth implant: Replace a single missing tooth with an implant-supported crown.
• Transplant-supported bridge: Instead of using neighboring teeth, a dental bridge spans several missing teeth in a row and is supported by transplantation.
• Implant-retained dentures: For full-arch patients, implants are used to retain their dentures, giving much more comfort and confidence.

Each of these restorations is designed using advanced imaging and scanning technology to ensure a good fit and appearance that is nearly indistinguishable from natural.

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Advanced Technology for Precision

Sunshine Dental employs advanced technologies, including Focused iTero Digital Scanning and Vatech Green CT Scan, for planning every step of implant placement with further precision.

• iTero Digital Scanning: The iTero creates high-resolution, three-dimensional digital impressions of teeth that are significantly more comfortable than conventional moulding methods. With the help of digital scanning, Dr. Kohan can design restorations with unparalleled precision.
• Vatech Green CT Scan: This is an imaging system that provides detailed 3D images of your jawbone to determine optimal implant placement and ensure safety and precision during surgery.

This way, Sunshine Dental can minimize pain, shorten treatment duration, and produce restorations that fit totally within your natural bite.

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The Dental Implant Process at Sunshine Dental

We take a global approach to dental implant treatment, ensuring that every stage of the process is customized and made efficient. How our dental implant journey typically unfolds is listed here:

1. Consultation and Treatment Planning

During your first visit, Dr. Kohan will evaluate your oral health and perform detailed CT and iTero scans. He will also review your medical history to determine if bone grafting or other preparatory treatments are necessary.

2. Implant Placement Surgery

Once your treatment plan is finalized, a titanium implant post is surgically placed in your jawbone. The procedure is done under local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. After the surgery, the implant will integrate with your bone over a few months.

3. Attaching the Abutment and Fitting the Restoration

Once the implant has integrated with the bone, a small connecting piece called an abutment is attached. The final step is fitting the custom-made crown, bridge, or denture, which is designed to fit your bite and function naturally.

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Candidacy for Dental Implants

Most patients are good candidates for dental implants; however, candidacy will be determined based on several factors, including jawbone density, overall oral health, and medical history. Ideal candidates usually:

• Have healthy gums and enough jawbone structure.
• Practice good oral hygiene.
• Do not have uncontrolled chronic illnesses that could hinder the healing process.
• Seek a long-term and permanent option for tooth replacement.

For patients who may not initially qualify for implants, Sunshine Dental offers preparatory procedures, such as bone grafting, to help build a stable foundation for the treatment.

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Finance Options

Sunshine Dental believes that restorative dentistry should be done for every patient. It not only accepts a multitude of payment options from patients but also offers flexible payments for those without insurance coverage:

• Cash, Check, and Credit Card Payments: We accept all major forms of payment.
• Financing with CareCredit®: CareCredit offers affordable payment options that combine treatment costs into low or no-interest monthly payments.
• Insurance Plans: We accept most insurance plans and can assist you in navigating your coverage to maximize your benefits.

Our goal is to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent access to quality dental care.

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Scheduling Your Dental Implant Procedure

The process of beginning the dental implant procedure at Sunshine Dental begins with a consultation. During this appointment, Dr. Kohan will assess your dental condition, discuss treatment options, and develop a personalized plan tailored to your care. The process will be considerate of making things smooth, fast, and customized to your requirements. Schedule your appointment with Sunshine Dental in Flushing, NY.