Dental Implants | Port St. Lucie FL
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.
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“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”
For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.
Improvements In Dental Implant Placement
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Squier is able to place single-stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them, but do require a minimum of six weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction — further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Dr. Squier performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
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Patient Review by Jan C
Dr. Squire is wonderful. Very pleasant and extraordinarily skilled.
- Jan C
Patient Review by JAMES C
The best dental office and staff I've ever been to. The hygienist Cyndi is thorough and gentle. The dental assistants, Amanda and Ann Marie, are terrific support staff and work really well with Dr. Squire, who is, hands down, the best dentist I have ever had. Dr. Squire is a perfectionist and extremely thorough when explaining procedures. She also has a wonderful chair-side manner and knows when to inject a little humor when needed. I highly recommend Treasure Coast Dental.
- JAMES C
Patient Review by W B
Go somewhere else at your peril. This group is honest, caring, and experts.
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Patient Review by Mary S
I never feel nervous seeing Dr Squier— she is very knowledgeable and I have never felt any pain with her dental work. In my opinion she is the best.!!
- Mary S
Patient Review by Nancy R
I am very pleased with the attention to detail from Dr Squier. Implants take time, but painless and worth it!!
- Nancy R
Patient Review by Vince c
very professional, very knowledgeable
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Patient Review by john c
the best there is
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Patient Review by Joan Y
Anyone who knew me would never believe this but I looked forward to each (maybe not the first) and every appointment. They did not make me "weigh" in which was a nice change for a doctor's office. Everyone was special, understanding and made an extra effort to make me comfortable. Would gladly recommend friends and family to Dr. Squier's office.
- Joan Y
Patient Review by Carl M
Everyone was friendly and the Dr was amazing
- Carl M
Patient Review by Richard L
Hard to find expertise and compassion in one place but this practice has them. A wonderful team. You get what you pay for in this world.
- Richard L
Patient Review by Maryhelen F
Dr. Squire is wonderful. I am a very nervous dental patient but the Dr. And her staff are fabulous at calming me down.
- Maryhelen F
Patient Review by Latonya S
We all know that going to the Dentist can make you feel all kinds of emotions. You can rest assure that Treasure Coast Dental you’re in good hands, from start to finish. I highly recommend Dr Squier and Staff for your next Dental/Cosmetic appointment.
- Latonya S
Patient Review by Gerald S
Just a great office. Not only is Dr. Squier a talented professional but the staff is very supportive and makes you feel like home. I presented with a difficult situation requiring implants. The complex procedures were handled as expected with excellence and precision.
- Gerald S
Patient Review by Mark A
Great dental office
- Mark A
Patient Review by Sandra S
Fabulous staff who do everything to make you comfortable and informed. Dr Squier is superb. She explains every procedure, and is gentle and caring. Her aesthetics are 5 star.
- Sandra S
Patient Review by A. Douglas L
Dr. Squier's work is superb. My speech and bite are better. The work is magnificent. I am pleased and highly recommend Treasure Coast Dental for all dental care. As a physician, it is particularly important to me that I have been able to find a knowledgeable and perfectionist doctor like Dr. Squier.
- A. Douglas L
Patient Review by Richard Y
Dr. Squire is exceptional at communication and has superb technique. The rest of the staff is friendly and skilled. Everything that staff controls runs smoothly.
- Richard Y
Patient Review by Kenneth G
I have had issues with my mouth which I know is hereditary and so I finally decided to face my problem head on. Dr Squier and her staff made me feel totally at ease during my visit and I have decided to go forward with additional procedures using their services.
- Kenneth G
Patient Review by Sandra S
Dr Squier is the BEST
- Sandra S
Patient Review by Robin C
I really like Dr.Squires she is focused and dedicated..I have the utmost confidence in her
- Robin C