Dental Implant Education • La Crescenta, CA
Dental Implant Blog & Patient Education
Practical, clinically focused information about dental implants, implant surgery, bone grafting, implant restoration, full-mouth treatment, dentures, costs and long-term implant care from Dr. Robert Thein and Boston Dental Care.
Implant Information You Can Use
Understand Your Options Before Making a Treatment Decision
Implant treatment can involve questions about bone, surgery, healing, costs, tooth replacement choices and the final restoration. This educational resource center organizes those questions into clear articles that patients can use before discussing their individual diagnosis.
Articles provide general education only. Your own recommendation should be based on examination, appropriate imaging, gum health, bone, bite, medical considerations and restorative needs.
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Dental Implant Resources
Start with the subject closest to your current dental concern.
Dental Implant Basics
Learn how implants replace missing teeth, how candidacy is evaluated and how implant treatment is planned.
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Understand implant placement, bone grafting, sinus augmentation and surgical planning.
Explore Topic →Full-Mouth & Full-Arch Implants
Explore options for multiple missing or failing teeth and comprehensive implant reconstruction.
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Compare traditional dentures, snap-on dentures and implant-supported removable options.
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Understand why implant treatment costs vary based on anatomy, surgery and restorative requirements.
Explore Topic →Implant Problems & Maintenance
Learn about failed implants, warning signs and long-term professional maintenance.
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Latest Dental Implant Articles
Guides, Answers & Patient Education
Dental Implant Education
Replacing Congenitally Missing Tooth
I’ve had a congenitally missing inscisor that I’ve worn a dental flipper for most of my life. I’ve graduated college and am ready to…
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What the Secret to Choosing an Implant Dentist?
I lost a tooth years ago. I want to replace it with a dental implant. I’ve spoken to two dentists. One had significantly higher…
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Three Surgeries and Still No Implant Overdentures
I’m hoping you can advise me. My dentist has done quite a few dental implant procedures over the years, so I felt pretty safe…
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3 Reasons Not to Take Your Dental Emergency to the ER
A severe toothache, broken crown, or lost filling can leave you wondering whether you’re dealing with a dental emergency or ER situation. While hospital…
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Gums Won’t Get Numb at the Dentist? Sedation Can Change That
My 20 year old daughter had a dental appointment last week. Days before the appointment, she kept saying that she was not looking forward…
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4 Reasons to Consider a Palateless Denture
Thanks to dental implants, a palateless denture can improve your experience with dentures and your quality of life. What Is a Palateless Denture? A…
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Dentist Perforated My Sinus and Didn’t Tell Me
Dental emergencies can be stressful, especially when complications occur. A perforated sinus after tooth extraction is an uncommon but possible complication when upper molars…
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Help! My Husband Refuses to Wear His Dentures
My husband absolutely refuses to wear his dentures. Every time I bring it up he says they’re uncomfortable and he can’t stand eating with…
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Sedation Dentist Did Work without Asking and Billed Me
Amanda avoided the dentist for years because of severe dental anxiety. Eventually, she realized she needed treatment but struggled to overcome her fear. While…
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Can’t Eat Since Getting Dental Implants
I went in for a dental implant procedure over a year ago and haven’t been able to eat since. I a little over half…
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Dental Implant FAQs
Common Questions From Implant Patients
What topics are covered in this dental implant blog?
Topics include dental implant surgery, bone grafting, implant restorations, implant-supported dentures, full-mouth treatment, costs, recovery, complications and long-term maintenance.
Can an article tell me whether I need a dental implant?
No. Articles provide general education. An individual examination and appropriate dental imaging are needed before recommending implant treatment.
Does every implant patient need bone grafting?
No. Grafting is considered only when available bone is insufficient for the planned implant position or restorative requirements.
Can implants replace one tooth or several teeth?
Depending on the case, implants may replace one tooth, several teeth, support a removable denture or support a full-arch restoration.
Who provides the implant information on this website?
The implant-focused educational content is associated with Dr. Robert Thein, DDS, ABOI, ICOI at Boston Dental Care in La Crescenta, California.
How can I discuss my own implant problem?
Request an implant consultation and bring relevant X-rays, treatment plans or implant records when available.
Have a Dental Implant Question?
Request an Individual Implant Evaluation
Dr. Robert Thein can evaluate your teeth, bone, gums, bite and restorative needs and explain which treatment options may be appropriate for your situation.