OTHER IMPLANT SERVICES

When a tooth is missing, a replacement should be put not only for aesthetics but to keep  all of your teeth aligned and for proper dental health.

Autogenous Bone Grafts


Occasionally, ideal areas where dental implants are to be placed do not have sufficient bone quantity to predictably place the implants. In these cases, it is often necessary to "borrow" bone from another area of your mouth to graft into the deficient area.


Autogenous bone grafts are commonly used in dental implant surgery. The bone is taken from another location in the patient's body and transplanted to the area where the implant will be placed.  Often the area of choice is from the chin or in the back of the jaw where your wisdom teeth used to be.This ensures that there is enough healthy bone for the implant to be securely anchored.


Autogenous bone grafts are considered the gold standard for dental implants, as they provide the best chance for long-term success. There are some risks associated with this type of surgery, but these are typically minor and can be easily managed by our experienced team at Dental Implant Center of Louisiana.

Sinus Lift Augmentation

If you're considering dental implants, you may have been told that you need a sinus lift augmentation. This procedure is often necessary for people who have lost teeth in the upper jaw, since the sinuses are located close to this area of the mouth.


A sinus lift augmentation is a surgical procedure that involves raising the sinus floor and adding bone to the area. This helps to create a more solid foundation for dental implants. It's a relatively common procedure, and our team at Dental Implant Center of Louisiana has extensive experience performing it.


After the loss of upper back teeth, your sinuses may enlarge in size. Before new implants replace the lost teeth, a sinus lift augmentation or graft relocates the sinus cavity into its original position and replaces the bone that has been lost as a result of the enlarged sinus. This new bone graft typically takes nine to 12 months to heal before the dental implants can be placed into the grafted bone.


If you're considering dental implants, we can help you determine if a sinus lift augmentation is necessary.

Implant Site Development


If you are scheduled to have a dental implant placed at our Dental Implant Center of Louisiana, there are some special considerations to take into account if you have an infection at the site of the tooth removal. This is because the infection can cause bone loss, which can impact the success of your implant.


To prepare for your implant, we will first need to evaluate the extent of the infection and make sure that it is under control. This may involve a course of antibiotics and/or special cleanings. Once the infection is resolved, we can move forward with developing the implant site.


When a tooth needs to be removed due to infection, it is not uncommon to have bone loss around the infected tooth. In these cases, various types of bone grafting can be done at the same time the tooth is removed to facilitate the placement of a dental implant at a later date.

Technology To Enhance Your Visits


Computer Enhanced Treatment Planning



We have special 3D software that allows us to evaluate your bone quality, bone quantity, and bone location for the best possible placement of your dental implants. This also allows us to work closely and smoothly with your restorative dentist to ensure an ideal result for your dental implants.



Implant Maintenance


Once your dental implant restoration is completed, it is important to keep the area clean and free of infection. Dental implants can accumulate plaque and tartar just as teeth can. Whether you have just one tooth replaced by an implant or several, professional cleanings will be necessary to keep your implants healthy. The time interval for these professional cleanings will be determined by your individual needs.

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