Finding a dentist can be overwhelming, not to mention finding one who can provide a safe and effective dental implant restoration! Since dental implants are a complex treatment, you’ll want someone experienced who can meet your needs and is equipped with the right technology. Here’s what you should do when you’re ready to compare your options.
Check The Dentist’s Bio for Advanced Training
The best way to see what type of experience a dentist has is to check out their bio page on their website. Prosthodontists, periodontists, and oral surgeons are considered dental implant experts, but many general dentists also complete advanced dental implant training through prestigious organizations. If you don’t see this called out on their bio page, you might want to move on to the next search result.
See if They Can Complete the Entire Process In-House
Many dentists can take impressions and craft a customized dental implant restoration, but not all of them can also perform dental implant surgery. Also known as “placement surgery,” this is the process where the titanium implant posts will actually be placed along your jawbone. Visiting a dentist who can do both can be convenient and reassuring, as you won’t need a referral to receive surgery from a completely different team.
Look Into the Technology They Have at The Office
CBCT scanners are a must for any dentist performing dental implant surgery in-house. A CBCT scanner is like an X-ray, but better. It can capture a full 360-degree view of your entire oral cavity and display the images as a digital 3D model. This promotes the accuracy, precision, and success of implant placements, and also helps identify whether you need preliminary treatment like bone grafting or gum disease therapy.
Choosing an implant dentist can be a personal process – that said, looking into these three things will help you find a trustworthy professional you can be confident in.
About the Practice
Drs. Kyle and Kasey Kringle proudly serve Grenada and nearby communities with quality dentistry. As a dentist with advanced training in dental implant treatments, Dr. Kyle is well-qualified to help you replace your missing teeth and can provide you with a personalized dental implant restoration. To schedule your appointment today, contact Dr. Kyle and Dr. Kasey’s office at 662-307-2201.