Dentistry is the known evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the soft and hard tissues of the jaw (mandible), the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent.
An Interview with Dr. Sam J. Halabo on Dental Implants
Dr. Sam J. Halabo is a dentist and has answered some of the common questions Bizymoms visitors have about Dental Implants.
Q. What are dental implants?
A. Whether you need to replace a single tooth or many teeth, dental implants can provide a permanent solution that will let you smile, laugh and enjoy your favorite foods with confidence.
Dental implants are specially-made titanium screws placed in the jawbone to serve as a firm foundation for a new tooth or denture that looks and feels completely natural.
Q. What are the benefits of dental implants?
A. Implants can provide a permanent and esthetically pleasing alternative to bridgework or dentures. In most cases, it is impossible to distinguish an implant-supported tooth from a natural tooth.
Dental implants:
Look and feel like natural teeth
Allow you to speak, smile and eat with confidence -unlike many bridges and dentures that often. loosen and cause embarrassment
Require no special care, just brushing and flossing like your natural teeth
Q. How long does an implant last?
A. Most implants should last a lifetime. Over the past 30 years, thousands of implants remain in place and still function like natural teeth. Astra Tech is a leading manufacturer of implant systems and has sponsored over twenty clinical studies to back implant patients.
Q. What are implants made of?
A. Dental implants are specially-made titanium screws placed in the jawbone to serve as a firm foundation for a new tooth or denture that looks and feels completely natural.
Q. Who is a candidate for implants?
A. Almost anyone is a candidate for implants. Please call us for a free consultation.
Q. How are dental implants placed?
A. If you recently lost a tooth or have full or partial dentures, you might want to consider a dental implant. Getting an implant is basically a three part process:
1. An anchor -a titanium screw -is embedded in the jaw bone.
2. A post is inserted into the anchor to hold an artificial tooth.
3. The artificial tooth is attached to the post.
Q. How long does it take?
A. In some cases, the whole procedure may require no more than two or three sessions, depending on the clinical situation. Your dentist can explain the whole procedure in detail and provide you with an estimate of time and costs.
Q. How to contact Dr. Halabo if we have further questions?
A. Contact Dr. Halabo
Address: 239 F Street, Chula Vista, CA 91910
Telephone:(619) 427-0810
Emergency (After Hours): (619) 427-0810
E-mail: reception@samhalabodmd.com
website: www.smilesbydrsam.com
