Archive for the ‘ Dental Implants ’ Category

Before CT guided implant surgeries, surgeons would plan their dental implant placement off of a study model and panoramic radiograph. They would lay a large flap to visualize the bony anatomy and place the implants to engage the greatest volume of bone. After six months, they would uncover the implants and send the patient to […]

Did you know that millions of Americans suffer from tooth loss? Until several years ago, the only option for those who suffered from tooth loss were bridges or dentures. Now many people opt to have dental implants done. Some may not be very familiar with what a dental implant is. Dental implants are essentially replacement […]

Dental Implants sound scary and if you’ve been advised that you need one, we want to make the process as simple and easy as possible and that starts with knowledge. Dr. Hairr here at Chapin Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery sat down and answered a few of our patient’s most pressing questions when it comes to […]