Implant Dentistry
Dental implants can replace any or all of your teeth. The implant
becomes integrated with the bone and acts like a "root" which will ultimately support a new tooth.
Implants can also be used to support and hold in a loose denture. The advantages of implants for patients with dentures are:
denture stability, increased patient comfort and confidence. When replacing a single tooth, implants allow us to avoid involving
adjacent teeth in a fixed bridge replacement. Implant supported teeth have actually been shown to last longer than other forms
of tooth replacement. Implants represent a more long and natural solution than dentures, partials and even fixed bridgework.
If you follow a regular routine of dental care and oral hygiene, they should last for many years, particularly if you have
an "ideal" case. Independent surveys of implant patients show that they felt the investment was worth every penny
and would do it again!
The DiBona Dental Group
has extensive training in both the placement and the restoration of dental implants. Dr. Mark DiBona has
attained Diplomate status from the American Board of Oral implantology/Implant Dentistry and the International
College of Oral Implantologists, Fellowship in the International College of Oral Implantologists, and Fellowship in the American
Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. DiBona has
over 34 years of experience placing and restoring dental implants and is experienced in the placement and
restoration of ALL types of dental implants. If you wear dentures or are missing teeth, ask us about dental implants. They
can improve your chewing, your smile, your life.
For more information about dental implants, visit our implant website at: www.exeterimplantdentist.com
We
believe that implants are the "standard of care" for the replacement of teeth. They are cost effective and
have a better long term survival rate than many alternative treatments, such as root canals and conventional bridges.
For additional information please visit the American Academy of Implant Dentistry at www.aaid-implant.org. or the International College
of Oral Implantologists at www.icoi.org.
