North Hills Periodontics

Sinus Grafting for Implants

Tom Bristol — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 19:27:35 +0000

Dental Implants

Sinus Grafting for Implants

Above your upper jaw are empty spaces called maxillary (upper jaw) sinuses. When teeth are removed or lost from this area, they often leave very little bone with which to anchor a new dental implant. In the past this posed a problem for certain patients who wished to have a dental implant placed in this area.

With sinus grafts, we can restore the bone in these areas to adequately support an implant and thereby allow you to benefit from the natural feel and look of dental implants.

Dr. Chandra will surgically accesses the sinus area above the missing tooth. She then places grafting material in the location that will anchor the implant. After several months this material will become part of your jaw and an implant can then been inserted and stabilized using this new bone.

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Bone Grafting for Implants

Tom Bristol — Wed, 17 Apr 2019 19:24:26 +0000

Dental Implants

Bone Grafting & Ridge Augmentation for Implants

When teeth have to be removed and replaced with dental implants the same day, the implant is frequently not the same shape as the root or roots that were taken out. If the space between the remaining bone and the dental implant is too large, some bone grafting material must be placed to help the body fill this space with bone.

After teeth have been missing for a period of time, the remaining bone shrinks from a lack of stimulation. Sometimes to place dental implants in this type of area, bone grafting is needed to encourage the body to replace the bone missing. Another way to expand the bone volume is to physically move the existing bone to a new position while placing the dental implant.

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Replacing Several Missing Teeth

Tom Bristol — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 08:36:56 +0000

Dental Implants

Replacing Several Missing Teeth

Dental Implant Supported Dentures are firmly anchored to the jawbone. This helps to prevent bone loss and mimics the feel of natural teeth.

Replacing Several Missing Teeth

Traditionally, several missing teeth would have been replaced with a removable partial or full denture.

Dentures have to be taken out and soaked at night. During the day, they can also look unnatural and rub painfully. Dentures and partials make it difficult or impossible to eat certain foods.

Dental implants can now be used to anchor partial and full dentures. This prevents the slipping, irritation, and pain associated with “floating” partials and dentures. It also prevents the tedious removal of dentures for overnight soaking and cleaning. Dental implants also eliminate the need for dental adhesives. This allows you to enjoy eating the foods you previously avoided . With dental implants, your partials or dentures are firmly anchored to the jawbone, causing them to feel much more like natural teeth.

Natural tooth roots and dental implant posts are fixed firmly in your jawbone. When you chew, these tooth roots and posts stimulate the jawbone and prevent it from shrinking. You may have seen a person who looked prematurely old because their jawbone had shrunk after wearing floating dentures. Dental implants help preserve your jawbone and appearance.

Common Questions about Implants

The Success Rate of Dental Implants

After their healing period, the success rate of dental implants is between 94% and 98%. If you are a non-smoker with good oral hygiene, the percentage is closer to 98%.

Does the Procedure Hurt?

The discomfort involved with receiving a dental implant is similar to that of having a cavity filled. It is often done under local anesthesia and patients generally experience little discomfort after the procedure.

How Long Will Dental Implants Last?

Dental implants become fixed to the jawbone. Though the life span of a dental implant will vary with each patient, many have lasted for over 30 years. With good oral hygiene and regular cleanings, dental implants should last a lifetime. In contrast, the average life span of a traditional fixed bridge is between 10-15 years.

Bone Regeneration

A critical question in determining whether an implant can be placed is, “Is there enough bone to support the implant?” Fortunately, advanced bone regeneration techniques now make it possible to place many more implants than just 10 years ago.

Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?

Dental implant treatment begins with an evaluation by your general dentist who will determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. If he feels dental implants might be possible, he will send you to a periodontist for a placement evaluation.

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Replacing a Single Missing Tooth

Tom Bristol — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 08:35:02 +0000

Dental Implants

Replacing a Single Missing Tooth

A natural tooth is anchored into the jawbone by its tooth root. Tooth roots attach firmly to the jawbone and keep your teeth stable when chewing solid foods.

Traditionally, if you were missing a tooth or if one needed to be extracted, the healthy teeth on either side of the missing tooth would be cut down and the whole thing replaced with a three-crown “bridge.”

Dental implants are the modern alternative. Instead of cutting down two perfectly healthy teeth, the practitioner inserts a dental post (dental implant) into the jawbone to replace your missing tooth root. This post becomes solidly fixed into your jaw (like a natural tooth root). Your general dentist then places a crown onto this artificial tooth root that looks, feels, and functions like your natural teeth.

Quite simply, dental implants are the most natural replacement for missing teeth.

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Experts in Dental Implants

Tom Bristol — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 08:30:47 +0000

Dental Implants

Experts in Dental Implants

Dr. Chandra is trained on advanced dental implant procedures to restore your oral comfort and function. These procedures include immediate implant loading to reduce treatment time and discomfort, implant stabilization of denture appliances, and sinus lifts to provide greater bone stability.

One of her highest priorities is patient education. During an initial examination and consultation, she will discuss all options for treatment and help you come to an informed decision. Please do not hesitate to voice any questions you may have.

American Academy of Periodontology

International Congress Oral of Implantologists

Versah, The Osseodensification Company

Misch International Implant Institute

Simplant

I-CAT

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Crown Lengthening

Tom Bristol — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:47:49 +0000

Procedures

Crown Lengthening

The “crown” is the part of a tooth visible above the gumline. Sometimes more of the tooth below the gums must be exposed to fill a cavity near the gumline or place a new crown on a broken tooth. “Crown lengthening” provides more tooth structure for this to to be done. This helps to ensure that the general dental procedure is successful and prevents gum irritation.

Procedure: Dr. Chandra administers a local anesthetic and gently recontours excess gum and bone tissue to expose more of your natural tooth.

A cavity is below the gum line preventing it from being filled easily.
Dr. Chandra gently opens the area.
She then contours the bone to lower the gum line.
The bone has been lowered which will lower the level of the gum when it heals.
The area has been closed up and now the cavity is exposed and can be filled.
The cavity has been filled and the procedure is done.

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Directions and Map

Tom Bristol — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:14:16 +0000

For Patients

Directions and Map

We have two locations for your convenience.

Zelienople Office

North Hills Periodontics
Charu S. Chandra, D.M.D., M.D.S.
222 South Clay Street
Zelienople, PA 16063
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Located near the I-79 and I-76 just bordering the Cranberry Township. Free parking is conveniently located in front of our building. Wheelchair access is also available.

Butler Office

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Charu S. Chandra, D.M.D., M.D.S.
220 N. Main Street, Suite 1
Butler, Pa 16001
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Paid public parking is available in front of and behind the office.

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Financial Policies

Tom Bristol — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:12:28 +0000

For Patients

Financial Policies

Dental Insurance

We accept most private insurance plans and will file claims to your insurance as a courtesy. We are not networked with any insurances but we are committed to ensuring you receive the maximum benefits allowable under your plan.

Please understand that you are ultimately responsible for payment of all services. Should your insurance not cover what is predicted, you will be responsible for the uncovered portion.

Payment Options

Our knowledgeable staff will work with you to ensure any portion of treatment not covered by insurance is affordable. We accept cash, check, major credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, and Discover), have in-office interest free financing as well as outside interest-free financing through Citi Health Card and CareCredit. Click the banner for more information or to apply.

Financial Policy and Questions

To download our Financial Policy, please click the link below.

Our Financial Policy

Our financial coordinator will be happy to answer any of your financial questions. Please give us a call if you need any assistance: (724) 453-0234.

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Office Hours & Scheduling

Tom Bristol — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:09:02 +0000

For Patients

Office Hours & Scheduling

Our Office Hours

Our normal schedule for appointments is:

Monday	9:00am to 5:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am to 4:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday	8:00am to 4:00pm
Friday	9:00am to 1:00pm (by appointment only)

One of our main goals is to stay on time for all appointments. You can help us by being on time for your appointment. If you must reschedule for any reason, please give us as much advance notice as possible.

If you would like to register for an appointment, please click here.

Cancellations

Please note – your appointment time is reserved especially for you. If you are unable to keep an appointment please notify us immediately.

We appreciate a notice of 3 business days if you will be unable to make your appointment. If you are scheduled for surgery, we kindly request a notice of 5 business days so that your appointment may be allotted to another patient. Otherwise, you may incur a cancellation fee.

For more information, please see our Financial Policy.

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Emergency Care

Tom Bristol — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 12:07:12 +0000

For Patients

Emergency Care

If there is an urgent problem and you are currently a patient of record, please call our office at (724) 453-0234 and we will accommodate you as soon as possible. If the office is closed, you will be given specific instructions on how to obtain emergency advice or care.

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