Dental implant surgery can seem intimidating but asking the right questions about the procedure can make you more confident and comfortable. Dr. Andrew Greenberg is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and here are the top 5 questions to ask regarding dental implants in Westchester County NY.
Are Dental Implants Right For Me?
Dental implants are screw-like devices that an oral surgeon like Dr. Greenberg installs in place of a missing or lost tooth to fill in the gap. The implant serves as a post on which an artificial porcelain tooth mounts so it looks like you never lost a tooth at all.
Most patients qualify as good candidates for the procedure, but some patients do not have healthy enough gums and jaws to support a dental implant. Dr. Greenberg will need your medical history and must examine your gums and jaws to determine if you are a good candidate or not. There are other options available, but dental implants are best for those who want the appearance and feel of natural teeth.
Are Dental Implants Safe?
The dental implants procedure is one of the safest and most effective available to patients today. In fact, patients can undergo a tooth extraction and receive a dental implant on the same day, eliminating the need for multiple appointments. If you are wondering if the dental implants procedure is painful, you will be relieved to know that Dr. Greenberg will use anesthesia so you won’t feel any pain or discomfort.
Once again, if you qualify as a good candidate for dental implants that means your gums and jaws are healthy enough to support them. That makes dental implants an even safer and more effective choice for you.
How Much Experience Do You Have Providing Dental Implants?
This is a great question to ask Dr. Andrew Greenberg or any other oral surgeon who is providing your dental implants. When it comes to dental implants, experience performing the procedure counts. Dr. Greenberg has performed thousands of dental implant procedures and has decades of experience.
He is a graduate of NYU College of Dentistry and he underwent his oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at Lincoln Hospital. Dr. Greenberg has his certification in general anesthesia and he is the Senior Attending in the Department of Surgery at Phelps Memorial Hospital in Sleepy Hollow NY.
Dr. Greenberg takes pride in his work and strives to provide quality care to every patient. Consistently voted by his peers as one of the top dental providers in Westchester County for nearly 25 years, you are in good hands with Dr. Greenberg.
How Long Is The Process?
The process is not very long at all. Installation of a single dental implant takes only around 30 minutes. If you are receiving multiple implants, the procedure will take longer. For example, three implants would take about one and a half hours. The length of the procedure also depends on the experience of your surgeon. Dr. Greenberg has decades of experience installing implants so the procedure length is generally shorter.
It takes three to six months for the post to fuse with the jawbone and to fully heal. After fusion and healing are complete, you will receive a porcelain crown to top off the post.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Patients who take good care of their dental implants may never need a replacement in their lifetime. That means practicing good daily dental hygiene including brushing and flossing. Patients should also visit their dentist for a checkup every six months.
Contact Dr. Greenberg Today!
Dr. Greenberg is happy to answer the top 5 questions to ask regarding dental implant surgery and any other questions or concerns patients may have about the procedure. He proudly serves Westchester County and surrounding communities from his Briarcliff Manor location. To learn more or to make an appointment, call our office at 914-342-7782 today!