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Having an upcoming dental implant<\/a> consultation can be exciting \u2013 after all, you\u2019re taking the first step to replacing your smile gaps with the most high-tech option available! To help promote a productive discussion, there are few things you should be prepared to bring to your appointment. A list of your current medications and supplements, for example, a detailed summary of your health history, and, of course, lots <\/em>of questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re struggling to think of questions to ask your dentist during your dental implant consultation, don\u2019t worry. That\u2019s what this post is for!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Will I Need Preliminary Treatments?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the main point of your consultation will be to make sure you and your dentist are on the same page, they\u2019ll also visually examine your mouth and take X-rays of your jaw. This is because depending on your oral structure and health, preliminary treatments could be an essential part of your treatment plan. Make sure you understand whether you\u2019ll need a bone graft, cavity or gum disease treatment, or other such restorations before receiving your implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do You Place Dental Implants In-House?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most dentists feel comfortable with attaching the crown of your implants to the posts, but surgically placing the posts along your jawbone is a more complex process. Placement surgery is usually left to specialists like oral surgeons, prosthodontists, or periodontists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some offices have team members with seasoned implant placement experience, and some refer their patients to an external office. You\u2019ll definitely want to know where you\u2019ll need to go for your implant placement!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Do You Expect My Treatment to Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Scheduling and treatment timelines will have a big impact on your dental implant experience. Because you\u2019ll have to wait for your jawbone to fuse with your implant posts after placement, the entire process can take anywhere from 3 months to 1 year. Once they get a closer look at your mouth and jaw, your dentist will be able to give you a pretty good estimate of how long your treatment could take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are There Any Aftercare Instructions I Should Follow?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The answer is going to be a resounding \u201cyes!\u201d, but the point is to get an idea of how you\u2019ll need to care for your implants. After placement surgery, your mouth will likely feel sensitive, and it\u2019s very important not to disturb the implant posts while they fuse with your jawbone. Make sure you\u2019re ready to follow your dentist\u2019s aftercare instructions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asking the right questions during your dental implant consultation can save you time and help make the process more convenient for you. But that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t call your dentist if you think of more queries later! They want you to feel confident and comfortable with your treatment plan, so don\u2019t hesitate to let your dentist know if you\u2019re confused or concerned. They\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re well-informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Penn Dental Arts, Dr. Ronak Patel<\/a> and Dr. Joseph Gaspari<\/a> combine their expertise to provide truly comprehensive dental care for their patients. Thanks to Dr. Gaspari\u2019s skills as a periodontist, for example, they can perform the entire dental implant process entirely in-house \u2013 no external referrals needed! To schedule a dental implant consultation, contact<\/a> Dr. Patel and Dr. Gaspari\u2019s office at 484-821-2974.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Having an upcoming dental implant consultation can be exciting \u2013 after all, you\u2019re taking the first step to replacing your smile gaps with the most high-tech option available! To help promote a productive discussion, there are few things you should be prepared to bring to your appointment. A list of your current medications and supplements, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-14","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nQuestions for Your Dental Implant Consultation | Penn Dental Arts<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Not sure what to ask your dentist during your dental implant consultation? 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