Jonesborough, Jefferson City, and Greeneville, TN
Are you living with missing teeth? Then a dental implant represents the finest option available in restorative dentistry to fill that hole in your smile and restore your chewing ability. A dental implant has unmatched appearance, feel and function compared to a genuine tooth. Receiving an implant to replace your missing tooth in Greeneville is a big decision and, at Tusculum Dental Care, we want you to be prepared. That is why we prepared this list of four questions you should ask your implant dentist before any of the work begins.
How much experience does the dentist have in implant procedures?
Not all dentists are qualified and possess the training to install dental implants. Ideally, you want to find a veteran dentist with significant experience. If the dentist you are considering is part of a practice in a partnership with other dentists, you might want to look into the educational background of the partner dentists, too. Our lead dentist, Dr. Craig Shepherd, has been running his own practice since 1989. He continues to pursue education opportunities to be up to speed on the latest advances in dental science, including study at the highly-regarded Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education.
Where did the dentist get their training in implants?
Working with dental implants is not usually part of the standard curriculum of dental school. Instead, these complex procedures are often taught in post-graduate study, as part of a residency or while working under the mentorship of another, more experienced dentist. Both Dr. Shepherd and Dr. Nathaniel Renner completed multiple intensive training courses in implant surgery and implant dentistry.
Does the dentist have experience in oral surgery?
The placement of the implant screw classifies as a type of oral surgery, as your implant dentist inserts the implant screw – usually made of a durable metal such as titanium – into the jawbone, where it then fuses with the bone and replaces the stimulation that previously came from the tooth root. As a general rule, you should choose a dentist who possesses significant training and experience in oral surgery.
Is the dentist accessible?
You should feel comfortable with the dentist you choose to install your dental implant. You want to work with a dentist who is accessible and will communicate. Before any of the actual procedure work begins, you need to feel comfortable, well-informed, and completely prepared for your implant procedure.
Implant dentistry in Greeneville, Erwin and Jonesborough in East Tennessee
If you are interested in learning more about the implant dentistry procedures at Tusculum Dental Care, take the next step and schedule a consultation at our office in Greeneville today. At this meeting, our dentist may consult both your oral history and medical health history. We also may take X-rays. From there, we can determine if a dental implant is the right choice to restore your smile.
Stop living with the inconvenience and potential oral health risks of tooth loss. Schedule a consultation about our dental implant procedure today by calling (423) 639-7575 or contacting us online.