Dental Implants in New Brunswick, NJ
Replace Missing Teeth. Restore Confidence.
The surgeons at Oral Surgery Group in New Brunswick, NJ, offer long-lasting tooth loss solutions with dental implants. This revolutionary tooth replacement option functions and looks just like a natural tooth. Many dental professionals push the health benefits of dental implants because they prevent bone loss and function like a healthy, natural adult tooth. If you have one or more teeth that are missing, failing, or badly damaged, we encourage you to contact Oral Surgery Group in New Brunswick, New Jersey, for a consultation with one of our oral surgeons, Philip Engel, DMD, Richard Stern, DDS, Constantine Simos, DMD, Michael Stern, DMD, Amy Tanchyk, DMD, MD, and Rohan J. Prabhu, DDS.
The Parts of a Dental Implant
Dental implants are designed to feel and function like natural teeth. Each implant has three parts: the implant post, the abutment, and the crown or multi-tooth prosthesis. The implant post is a tiny screw that your surgeon will place into the empty socket. This screw will function like a natural tooth’s root, which holds your tooth securely in place while you chew and bite tough foods. The abutment is a connector piece that will firmly attach your new tooth to the post. Your new crown will be fixed to the top of the abutment once the implant site has healed.
Dental implants are the only tooth restoration option that fuses to the jaw bone and prevents bone loss.
Benefits of Receiving Dental Implants
Having a complete smile can improve your confidence and your ability to perform everyday tasks like biting, chewing, and speaking. Other benefits of having dental implants placed include:
Long-Term Results
Because the implant post fuses to the jaw bone, it is a long-term solution to tooth loss. Your implant does not get taken out during meals or cleaning, unlike traditional dentures and bridges. Many patients even forget they have dental implants!
Natural-Looking Replacement Teeth
The crown, designed by a restorative dentist, is custom-made to match the size, shape, and color of your other teeth. Many people are unable to tell which tooth is the implant because of how natural the results look.
Preserve Bone
When a tooth is missing, the jaw bone underneath can resorb over time. The implant post fuses to the jaw, providing the necessary stimulation during chewing to keep it healthy. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that offers this benefit.
Simple Care Routine
There are no moving parts and no special rinses needed. Practice good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing every day, just like your other teeth, and attend regular dental checkups to care for your dental implant.
If you have missing teeth, enough jaw bone, and are healthy enough to undergo general surgery, you likely qualify for dental implants.
Types of Dental Implants
One major advantage of dental implants is that they are versatile. Your oral surgeon can customize the number and types of implants to suit your specific needs. The types of dental implants we offer at Oral Surgery Group include:
- Single Implants. We use one dental implant post to replace one missing tooth, and can repeat this process as needed throughout the mouth.
- Immediate Implants. If you’re having a tooth extracted and there is enough jaw bone, we can place an implant post into the empty socket during the same appointment.
- Implant-Supported Bridges. Bridges restore multiple teeth missing beside each other. Traditional bridges sit on top of adjacent teeth, causing them damage, while a dental implant can support the bridge, protecting your other teeth.
- Full-Arch Restoration. Ideal for patients with many missing or unhealthy teeth, this procedure uses several implant posts to secure a fixed prosthesis, resulting in a brand new, fully functioning, secure smile.
Our practice uses superior dental implant technology and techniques to produce optimal patient outcomes.
Dental Implant Surgery
The dental implant procedure usually requires a total of at least two or three office visits, depending on the type of implants you plan on getting and the number of implants necessary. During the first visit, your surgeon will review your health condition, take 3D scans, and discuss your treatment and anesthesia options.
The dental implant surgery typically lasts between 1 and 3 hours. After administering the anesthesia, your oral surgeon will lift the gum tissue and place the implant(s) into the bone beneath. The titanium posts integrate with the jaw bone while you heal, creating a firm and secure foundation for your replacement teeth.
If your implants are immediate loading, your crowns will be attached using the abutments the same day or a day after your initial surgery. With traditional implants, we may provide temporary teeth while the implant sites heal. In either case, you will leave with a beautiful new smile.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in New Brunswick, NJ?
We use several factors to determine the cost of your dental implant treatment. These include the number and type of implants you need, if you require bone grafting or tooth extractions, your dental insurance, and your choice of anesthesia. Keep in mind that for most dental implant surgeries, patients undergo IV sedation.
Removable dentures and bridges may be cheaper upfront, but they can become costly down the road. You must replace these removable appliances every few years and clean them using special rinses. Because there are no pieces stimulating the jaw below the surface, you may require costly and extensive bone repair surgery to treat severe jaw bone loss. With dental implants, you avoid all of these issues and more. Your investment in your smile remains beneficial for years to come, and most importantly, you are able to smile with confidence again.
Types of Anesthesia
We offer several types of anesthesia to ensure patients remain comfortable in our care.
Hear From Dental Implant Patients
These patients can tell you about their firsthand experience undergoing dental implant treatment at our office.
Reviews From Our Dental Implant Patients
"I had a problem with a tooth that was just bothering me. The dentist I normally use took a look at it and said, "This tooth is shot." He suggested Dr. Simos — someone that he's worked with for a number of years. Dr. Simos' demeanor — he's just laid back, I guess is the best way. He listens to you very attentively, explains what's going on, and then he takes the time to answer any questions you have, explain exactly what's going to be done. The first thing that was done was removing the affected tooth — it was essentially a dead tooth, so it had to come out. They do a bone graft, I think, as a follow-up perhaps a month later, and then several months later, a dental implant is done. Recovery was pretty easy. The staff here in this office is excellent. Everyone is prompt, courteous. I would recommend this group. This is the place to be if you need this sort of work done."
"I always went to the dentist every year, twice a year, but I neglected some of the larger issues, and I waited until I was about 52 to begin complete reconstruction. Most recently, I've seen Dr. Richard Stern for dental implants. Each one has been no issues, done professionally. Dr. Richard Stern — he's a funny guy. He's got hands of gold, very professional, incredibly courteous and respectful. The staff is incredibly professional; facilities are always immaculate. Of course, I would recommend Oral Surgery Group to anyone — and I have. Both my sons and my wife come here. If you have to get oral surgery, this is the place."
"My general dentist referred me to Dr. Nainesh Desai, who is a prosthodontist, and then he turned me over here with Dr. Simos. My experience over here in Oral Surgery Group was excellent. Dr. Simos [is] a very, very nice doctor. He’s a total gentleman. His attitude toward the patient, and especially toward me, was very nice. [If] any of my friends needs this kind of a procedure to be done in New Brunswick or all the surrounding townships, I will strongly recommend Dr. Simos."
"Dr. Simos did my implant. He was calm, reassuring. He explained every step of the way of the procedure. I had an extraction, I had bone grafting, and I had an implant placed a few months later. I had absolutely no complications at all. During the procedure, Dr. Simos told me every step of the way what was happening. He has a very calm demeanor, which makes everyone else feel very comfortable. And I have to say, the staff is great. So, if any of my friends in the neighboring towns — East Brunswick, Edison, Milltown — need an oral surgeon, I highly recommend Dr. Simos and all the doctors here at the Oral Surgery Group."
"Essentially, I was losing my teeth. I'm a diabetic — I think that had something to do with it. I had come to Oral Surgery for most of the extractions. Dr. Engel was the most recent doctor/surgeon here that put in the implants. I have a fixed bridge over implants on the upper plate. The bottom plate, I have a device — an appliance — which snaps into four implants that comes out nightly, goes in in the morning. All the doctors here are very personable. It's not just executing a science of implants or the other services that are offered here at Oral Surgery; they care about the people, and that is a real plus. I would recommend Oral Surgery Group to anyone, young or old."
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is recovery?
Recovery is different for everyone, but most people feel ready to return to their normal routines within a few days. The implant site will need time to heal, so it’s important not to chew anything tough around where your implant was placed for a while. Your surgeon will give you a full explanation of your pre- and post-operative instructions to help you prepare for a speedy recovery.
Who is not suitable for dental implants?
Patients with extensive jaw bone atrophy, suppressed immune systems, or those who take certain medications may not be suitable for dental implants. During your first visit, we will discuss your health history and determine which type of restorative treatment is right for you.
Do teeth implants hurt?
Oral surgeons are the only dental professionals qualified to administer all types of anesthesia. We will help you select the right type for your surgery complexity and level of anxiety. Many patients undergo IV sedation for this procedure, which renders a sleep-like state where you are unable to feel pain. Post-operative pain can often be managed with ice packs and over-the-counter pain medications.
Can dental implants be done in a day?
If there is enough jaw bone to support the implant, our oral surgeons can insert an implant post immediately following a tooth extraction. This saves you time and money, and allows you to leave with a complete smile after just one surgical visit.
Decades of Trusted Care
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