Who Should Perform Dental Implant Surgery?
by Dr. Scott Bolding
Missing teeth can have an impact on your confidence and oral health. If you’ve lost teeth or had them extracted you have several options to replace them. Dental implants are one of the most popular ways to replace missing teeth. Being anchored in your jawbone makes them secure. They also look and function like your natural teeth.
Once you’ve made your decision, you may be wondering who should perform dental implant surgery. General dentists, cosmetic dentists, periodontists, and oral surgeons all have varied qualifications to place dental implants. And they can each play a unique role in the implant process.
That’s why, at PRECiDENT, we utilize each of these specialists as we help you build the smile you want.
Who Can Perform Dental Implant Surgery?
Four different providers play a role in dental implant surgery.
- General Dentists
- Cosmetic Dentists
- Periodontists
- Oral Surgeons
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Who Should Perform Dental Implant Surgery?
Different providers will have different qualifications when it comes to placing dental implants. The right person to take care of your dental implants depends on your situation.
Can your dentist perform dental implant surgery? For simple implant procedures, your regular dentist should be able to do just fine. They may be a good option if you’ve been seeing them for a long time. However, your normal dentist may not have the training or experience to perform dental implants. And in some cases, you may need extra procedures that you’re dentist isn’t able to help with.
Since cosmetic dentists focus on the appearance of your teeth, they may not have the training necessary to complete your surgery. They will, however, be able to offer their expertise when it comes to designing your smile.
Periodontists and oral surgeons are probably the most qualified to perform dental implant surgery.
If you’re replacing your missing teeth because of gum disease you’ll probably already be seeing a periodontist. In this case, makes sense that they would also place your implants because they’re the most familiar with your situation.
Since oral surgeons focus on surgical procedures, they have the most experience with placing dental implants. They are specially qualified to help with more complicated cases. If you need a bone graft before your implants, for example, an oral surgeon will be able to take care of both procedures.
Collaborative Dentistry: A Different Approach
At PRECiDENT, we believe that the most effective way to treat patients is as a team. When we bring different specialties together we can create a unique experience that gives you the smile you want. So, when it comes to the question of who should perform dental implant surgery, we take a collaborative approach.
We recognize that each specialty plays a role in the process.
Your normal dentist has a history with you and can help us understand your case better. A cosmetic dentist can help us customize your smile so you get exactly what you want. Periodontists work together with oral surgeons to make sure the implants are placed properly and your mouth stays healthy.
By working together we are better able to deal with complex cases. We are better able to give you the personalized care you need. Our team becomes your dental safety net. You can rest assured knowing that we’re all on your side.
Who Should Perform Dental Implants?
Your PRECiDENT Team
If you don’t know who can perform dental implant surgery, you don’t need to look any further than the team at PRECiDENT. We work together with specialists across dentistry, including your regular dentist, to ensure you get the smile you want. Together, we bring you the best care possible so you can smile again.
If you’re ready to get started with dental implants, schedule a consultation at any of our 4 locations today.