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At Thousand Oaks Oral Surgery, we specialize in oral surgery care, including dental implants and wisdom teeth removals.
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Thousand Oaks Oral Surgery in Thousand Oaks, CA, offers several options for tooth replacement specialized to our patients’ needs and preferences. Dr. Jonathan K. Nakano will work with you to choose the most reliable tooth-replacement plan for you.
A dental implant can be the right solution if your child loses a permanent tooth due to injury, accident, or congenital disability. Before undergoing a dental implant treatment, an oral surgeon would usually recommend waiting until a child is done developing–around the age of 16 for girls and 18 for boys. Please call our office for a consultation to discuss your child’s unique needs.
Most dental implants take a few months to a year, but every patient’s treatment plan is unique. You may notice that your dental implant process differs from other patients — and that’s OK! Your individual needs, lifestyle, health, and quality of bone may all affect your implant treatment time.
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon performs years of specialized education and training after dental school to deliver the full scope of oral surgery. Dr. Jonathan K. Nakano is an expert in dental implant placement in Thousand Oaks, CA. However, most dental implant treatments are coordinated between your general dentist and the oral surgeon. Your oral surgeon will place the dental implant posts surgically, and the permanent, customized crown will be set by your dentist to blend with the teeth around.
Patients with inadequate bone can still become successful candidates for dental implant treatments with the help of a bone grafting method. Bone grafting repairs or adds bone in the desired area.
During your recovery, your mouth requires extra care. However, dental implants require primary care after successfully healing and fusing the jaw bone. Brush and floss regularly, and schedule regular appointments with your dentist.
Some patients can resume normal activities within a few days of their dental implant placement procedure. Don’t hesitate to call us if you have any questions about your recovery. We are always here to help.
Before you get your permanent prosthesis, you have a few options for a temporary replacement. A bridge or modified denture is a common option. For the non-removable option, temporary transitional crowns can be created.