Failing Dental Implants - Modesto, CA
New Teeth Already Falling Out?Protect Your Smile Investment
Dental implants have revolutionized tooth replacement technology. They look, feel, and function just like natural teeth—and can last even longer. When it comes to restoring your quality of life and self-confidence, nothing else comes close. Crafted from quality materials and placed with precision, dental implants have an impressive 98% success rate. Though it is rare for a dental implant to fail, if you have a history of untreated gum disease, smoking, or uncontrolled diabetes you are more at risk for problems with your implants. Fortunately, there is a reliable remedy to failing dental implants in Modesto, CA.
A board-certified periodontist, Dr. Clarke Filippi is extensively trained and credentialed in treating issues related to your gums and dental implants. After dental school, he completed three years of advanced specialty training in those very areas. He also furthered his implant knowledge with additional training from the renowned Pikos Institute. He has both the expertise and technology to place your implants correctly the first time. If you have had mixed results elsewhere, remember that Central Valley Periodontics & Implants is your practice of choice for treatment after dental implant failure.
Why Implants Succeed—and Why They Fail
Dental implants are not teeth, but they look and function like natural teeth. With proper care, they can last for many years—even a lifetime. However, some implants fail because not all practices follow the meticulous protocols that Dr. Filippi insists upon in his office. In fact, Dr. Filippi is often asked to remove failing implants that were placed in other offices or save implants that were placed elsewhere and would fail without his intervention.
Anyone considering dental implant treatment should be aware that there are a number of factors that affect the success and longevity of dental implant treatment, including the experience of the doctor and the use of leading-edge technology.
- For full arch cases, Dr. Filippi takes full advantage of the latest imaging and computer technology to virtually plan each case from start to finish prior to treatment. Planning cases ahead of time on a computer using sophisticated imaging and software saves the patient chair time. This protocol also promotes faster healing and better outcomes, because the surgical procedure is completed more efficiently.
- As an important part of the planning process, Dr. Filippi partners with a dental laboratory that has a proven track record of planning and fabricating properly designed restorations. The laboratory has excellent laboratory technicians, and Dr. Filippi collaborates with them using digital 3-D x-rays he takes in his office that are integrated with the latest computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM). The result is precise implant placement and customized, natural looking restorations.
- For cases that do not involve a full arch, Dr. Filippi often uses a surgical guide to facilitate exact implant placement. The position, angle, and depth of implants are all critical. A surgical guide makes the process more precise and the treatment result more predictable.
- Dr. Filippi only uses dental implants from reputable manufacturers. These manufacturers have strict quality control standards, and their products have been thoroughly researched and reviewed in professional journals.
- Dr. Filippi is a board-certified periodontist with over 20 years of experience. His expertise includes bone grafting and soft tissue management, which are essential for dental implant success.
If you have questions about your current implants or would like more information about dental implant treatment to replace missing teeth, please contact our office.
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