Considering Dental Implants? Here are Some Questions to ask First

Louisville, KY

If you have a missing tooth, you probably have looked into replacing it. A dental implant represents the finest method of tooth replacement available. No other treatment option in restorative dentistry can match the look, feel and function of an implant as it compares to a natural tooth. However, receiving an implant is a serious and complex procedure. The placement of the implant screw itself is a type of oral surgery and every surgery is serious. It is vital to choose an experienced implant dentist that you can trust. If you are interested in a dental implant, Exceptional Dentistry wants to help. That’s why we compiled this list of questions.

Questions to ask your dentist

• What training and qualifications do you have that relate to dental implants or implant dentistry?
• Do you belong to any professional dental organizations? If so, which ones?
• What is the success rate of your dental implant procedure?
• Can I see before-and-after images of your dental implant patients?

Questions about the implant procedure

• How should I prepare for my implant surgery?
• Are there specific foods, medications, vitamins or supplements that I should avoid either before or after my surgery? If so, how long should I avoid them?
• How long can I expect the procedure to take?
• What type of anesthesia will be used?
• Should I plan to have someone drive me to and from the appointment?
• Will I need to stay overnight in a healthcare facility?
• Will the procedure be painful?
• What are the potential complications of the implant surgery?
• What can I do to minimize my risk of experiencing these complications?
• How much will my implant surgery cost?
• What does that estimated cost include?
• Are there any other costs associated with this procedure?

Questions about your recovery and results

• How can I recognize a problem or complication following the implant surgery?
• Do I need to take any time off of work or refrain from certain activities after the procedure?
• Should I eat certain foods, or avoid certain foods, during my recovery?
• Are there any medications or supplements I should take, or avoid, during my recovery?
• Do I need to alter my oral health routine or do anything special to care for my mouth following the implant surgery?
• How long until I can expect to see the complete results of my dental implant?
• Will I need to plan for any follow-up appointments with my implant dentist?
• Will I be responsible for any additional financial charges if I have to come in for treatment but any post-procedure complications such as pain or infection?
• How long should I expect my dental implant to last?

Implant dentistry in Louisville and Shepherdsville, Kentucky, and Jeffersonville, Indiana

If you choose to receive a dental implant, you should go into the procedure with total confidence in the dentist you have selected and every aspect of the process to come. The staff at Exceptional Dentistry includes multiple dentists with significant experience performing dental implant procedures. We offer implant dentistry at each of our three locations in Kentuckiana. Schedule a consultation today by calling (502) 423-7868 or completing our online contact form.