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When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants have revolutionized the dental industry. Unlike removable dentures, which rest on the gum, or fixed bridges, which anchor to adjacent teeth, dental implants are surgically placed in the jawbone to provide a foundation for replacement teeth which look, feel and function like natural teeth. Patients with implants can eat and drink what they like, speak clearly, and smile with confidence. What's best, when properly cared for, dentals implants can last a lifetime.

Dental implants also perform a cosmetic function in helping to maintain your jawbone structure and support facial features (cheeks and lips). They reduce or eliminate bone atrophy associated with tooth loss, which causes shrinkage of jawbone tissue and cosmetic facial changes. In situations where bone loss has already occurred, bone grafting may be necessary to build a proper foundation for the implant. Sudbrink Oral Surgery offers a variety of minimally invasive and advanced bone grafting procedures to meet almost any patient need.

What are Dental Implants?

The implants themselves are tiny titanium posts that look like screws, which are inserted into the jawbone where teeth are missing. Due to the biocompatible properties of titanium, dental implants fuse with the bone and become good anchors for replacement teeth. Dental implants can replace removable bridges or dentures, or they can be used to stabilize and secure a denture, making it much more comfortable.

Dental Implant Services We Offer

• Single Tooth Replacement - A single implant replaces the traditional bridge with no damage to the surrounding natural teeth.
• Implant Supported Bridge - Replaces two or more teeth with 2 or 3 implants
• Complete Upper and Lower Tooth Replacement - The number of implants varies depending upon which type of prosthesis (removable or fixed) is recommended.
• Computer Guided Implant Surgery - Cutting edge technology for precision implant placement.

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Utilizing New Technology to Test Implant Stability

Determining when to load a crown onto a dental implant is a complex decision based on important factors such as implant stability. The degree of implant stability is hard to determine once the implant has started to integrate. Utilizing an Osstell meter we can measure initial stability and monitor the development over time. Just one of the many ways in which technology helps us meet the highest standard of care.

Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry

Dr. Sudbrink is the only surgeon in the central Pennsylvania area certified by the prestigous American Board of Oral Implantology / Implant Dentistry.

The ABOI/ID Diplomate designation symbolizes the highest level of competence in implant dentistry. Certification by the ABOI/ID attests to the fact that Dr. Sudbrink has demonstrated expert knowledge, ability, and proficiency in implant dentistry through a rigorous examination process.