Dental implants make a big difference and build new confidenceMichelle McDaniel acknowledges she was “in a bad place” when she contacted Academy of Osseointegration (AO) member Dr. William V. Argo, Jr. in his Macon, GA office in November 2017. Then 40, divorced and suffering the effects of severe migraine headaches, ... Read More

Implant placement procedureHow are dental implants placed? Most dental implant surgery procedures are performed in the dentist’s office and occasionally in a hospital setting. Local anesthesia is usually adequate for these out-patient procedures, but various other forms of patient sedation may also be used (such as nitrous oxide and/or oral intravenous ... Read More

Replacing all teeth with dental implantsReplacing all teeth in upper and lower jaws If you are missing or need to remove all teeth in one or both jaws, implants may allow you to have a full-arch fixed bridge fabricated as well. As an alternative to wearing a full denture (if there ... Read More

Adjunctive procedures for dental implantsAdditional procedures may be necessary before getting dental implants. There are many circumstances surrounding implant placement where additional procedures are required before, during or after the treatment to ensure the best chances for long-term success. Some of these are absolutely necessary in order to place implants, while ... Read More

What is peri-implantitis?What is peri-implantitis? Peri-implantitis is a destructive inflammatory process that affects the soft and hard tissues surrounding dental implants. The soft tissues (gum tissue) become inflamed and the hard tissue (bone) begins to diminish. This bone tissue surrounds the implant and provides support and retention, therefore it is a ... Read More

How to care for your dental implantsOne of the advantages of dental implants is their ease in care. Once implants are placed, they are as simple to care for as your natural teeth. But just as our natural teeth need daily cleaning and routine visits to the dentist, so do ... Read More

Making dental implants more affordableExploring options to make dental implants affordable for you. The popularity of dental implants is rising over the years and implants have become a common option for tooth replacement for people of all ages. Whether a patient only needs a single tooth replaced or several teeth at ... Read More

Choosing dental implants instead of dentures Are dental implants a better choice? For many years, the most popular options for replacing all or most teeth (full or partial edentulism) have been to get partial or complete dentures, which have been successfully used and continue to provide a satisfactory solution to missing teeth. ... Read More

Common causes of dental implant failure What causes dental implant failure?Dental implants have become one of the most popular methods of tooth replacement around the world. They have proven to offer an attractive, effective and long-lasting solution for missing teeth for people of all ages. Due to ongoing research and medical ... Read More