COVID-19 Update
Lanier Valley Dentistry will be opening the Week of May 4th Lanier Valley Dentistry would like to announce the reopening of our office that has been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have been closely following data regarding COVID-19, including information provided by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Federal Government COVID-19 Task Force, State Officials, American Dental Association, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We are closely following data regarding Georgia's projected curve. We understand the gravity and precautions essential in preventing the spread of COVID-19. We take the health of our patients, staff and community very seriously. Read More |
Dacula, GA |
| • | The implant – it is a screw-shaped structure that is mostly either made of titanium or zirconia. It is what secures the jaw to the other structures that make up the artificial tooth. |
| • | Abutment – the abutment connects the implant to the crown. It can be made of a variety of materials, including porcelain, titanium, and even gold. |
| • | The crown – the crown is the visible part of the implant. It serves as a cap and mimics the natural look and shape of the tooth. Unless you choose a material like gold, no one can even tell that you have an implant because popular choices like zirconia and porcelain look like natural teeth. |
| • | Bone Examination – First, your dentist will determine whether your bone is sturdy enough for an implant or not. If not, then you will have to undergo bone grafting to improve its structural integrity and load-bearing capacity. |
| • | Placing the Implant – The implant placement process requires oral surgery. You will be put under local anesthesia, and the dentist will place the implant in your jaw. It will take around 3 to 6 months for the implant to fuse firmly with your jaw bone. |
| • | Placing the Abutment - once the dentist is sure that the gum tissue has healed completely, they will screw on the Abutment and place a temporary crown to allow the gums to heal and adjust to the additional structure. The dentist will allow the Abutment to heal for a minimum of two weeks before they call you in for a follow-up and eventually for the last step. |
| • | Placing the Crown – The last step is installing the crown. Depending on the material you’ve chosen, the dentist will either screw it on or cement it to secure it in place. The crown will mimic the look, function and feel of a real tooth and you can even treat it as such. |
