Board Certified Periodontist, Dr. Scott O. Kissel

Proper Oral Hygiene for Your Dental Implants

Mature Couple Brushing Teeth In Mirror Reflection

Why You Should Practice Proper Oral Hygiene Your dental implants should be treated with the same care as your natural teeth. This means that proper oral hygiene – brushing and regular flossing – is necessary to protect both the teeth and, especially, the gums, which are vulnerable to bacterial decay and periodontal disease. Since your […]

The Time Needed For Dental Implants To Fuse To Your Jaw Bone

Case Study #2 Dental Implant X-ray Image 3 of dental implant fuse to bone

As everyone’s mouth is different, and everyone’s treatment plan varies, the recovery process after dental implants placement will also vary. However, most patients can expect their dental implants to fully fuse to the bone within 3-4 months.

Are All on 4 Implants Removable?

Mature Woman With Wide Smile Sitting On Couch after her all on 4 dental implants procedure

Many patients ask if All on 4 dental implants are similar to dentures and if they are removable. As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Kissel sees hundreds of patients every year who want to replace their loose or missing teeth. While there are several options to choose from, dental implants are widely considered the best tooth-replacement […]

How Long Will the Swelling Last After Dental Implants?

Mature Female Pointing At Teeth after dental implant procedure and sinus lift

Dental implants have become increasingly popular for those who have loose or missing teeth. Because they are permanently secured into the jawbone, they provide men and women with a secure smile and completely restored oral function. When Dr. Kissel meets with prospective dental implants patients, he always fully explains what they should expect of the […]

Dental Implant Abutment Selection and Fabrication

structure of dental implant

With the prevalence of peri-implantitis, abutment selection and design need to be critically assessed to minimize its impact on hard and soft tissues. Not only should an abutment be functional, it should also be biocompatible, cleansable, and lead to an esthetic result.

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