What Are Dental Implants in San Ramon CA
Hong Xie, DDS offers dental implant services to provide patients with a durable, natural-looking solution for missing teeth. Our San Ramon CA dental team focuses on personalized care to restore oral functionality and enhance smiles. Whether you are missing one or multiple teeth, dental implants are a reliable and long-lasting option for improving oral health and confidence.
Our Services
Hong Xie, DDS, we offer a full scope of dental implant services to suit your needs:
1. Single-Tooth Implants
A dental implant crown is the perfect solution for a patient who has lost one tooth. It maintains the health of the surrounding teeth while restoring functionality and aesthetics.
2. Multiple-Teeth Implants
If you lose some teeth, an implant can support a bridge or crown to close the gap. This stabilizes the implant and prevents aesthetic problems as adjacent teeth are preserved.
3. The full-arch restorations
Dental implants will also support full-arch restorations like implant-supported dentures if the person has lost all the teeth in one or both arches. This will fit it properly and allow them to chew better.
4. Maintenance and Repairs of an Implant
We care for dental implants already in your mouth, including any need to be fixed or replaced.
5. Bone Grafting and Preparatory Services
A few patients may need bone grafting to lay a solid foundation for their dental implants. We have prepared treatments to ensure their success.
Meet Our Doctor
Dr. Xie earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of California, San Francisco, and practices at Bay View Dental. Her comprehensive expertise spans family and cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, pediatric care, and oral surgery. She received the American Orthodontic Society Achievement Award in 2012, recognizing her orthodontic skills.
As a lifelong United States Dental Institute member, Dr. Xie offers many procedures, including Invisalign® treatment, dental implant placement, extractions, denture fitting, root canal therapy, TMJ treatment, and sleep apnea management. Her treatment philosophy emphasizes respectful patient care with strict infection control standards.
Patient Information
Dental implants are a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth. Here’s what patients need to know:
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as artificial roots for replacement teeth. Over time, the implants fuse with the bone, creating a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants?
Most healthy adults will have dental implants. The best candidates are those who have some teeth missing; their jaw density should be significant enough for dental implant support or preparation for the bone transplant; they are not smokers or smokers who can stop or quit smoking throughout implantation; and they observe good hygienic habits regarding their mouth or oral areas.
Benefits of Dental Implants in San Ramon CA
- Permanency: the implants should last a lot of time, which makes this option highly cost-efficient and long-term.
- Functionality: They restore chewing and speaking abilities, functioning like natural teeth.
- Aesthetics: Implants look and feel like natural teeth, blending seamlessly with your smile.
- Preservation: They help maintain jawbone density, preventing bone loss and facial sagging.
- Convenience: Unlike removable dentures, implants are fixed and do not require adhesives or special cleaning routines.
Your First Visit
The first appointment at Hong Xie, DDS starts your path to a rejuvenated smile. Expect to:
Consultation and Evaluation
During your first consultation with our dentists, they will evaluate the condition of your oral cavity and discuss with you the objectives of missing teeth replacement. A more detailed analysis is done through an X-ray or 3D imaging scan to determine if dental implants will be right for you.
Treatment Planning
Based on your assessment, a treatment plan tailored to your needs will be designed. This includes the number of implants that will be required, preparation procedures if needed, and an estimated time frame for the treatment.
Preparation Procedures
Preparation procedures will be done before the placement of the implants if bone grafting or other preparation treatments are required. Our team will keep you fully informed about each step of the process.
Placement of the Implants
It is surgically placed in the jawbone during a minimally invasive procedure, where local anesthesia ensures your comfort. The time after placement will be required for healing and integration with the bone at the implant site.
Abutment and Restoration
Once the implant fully bonds with the bone, an abutment is placed to support the final restoration. Depending on your treatment plan, this could be a crown, bridge, or denture.
Final Restoration
Your custom-made restoration is securely attached to the abutment, completing the process. The result is a fully functional and natural-looking replacement tooth or teeth.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Take the first step toward better oral health for your entire family by scheduling an appointment at Bay View Dental. Call us at (925) 326-9866 or complete our online appointment request form to book your visit. Our team looks forward to serving your family’s dental needs.
Hong Xie, DDS
111 Deerwood Rd STE 170
San Ramon CA 94583
(925) 326-9866
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Monday
10:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
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Friday
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