Procedures

Surgical Services

All of our doctors are well trained to perform the following procedures.

Dr. Mower and Dr. Colletta hold privileges at Providence Holy Cross Medical Center and Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital which allows us to treat complex and medically compromised patients that require a hospital setting for treatment.

All-On-Four Dental Implants

Can just four implants replace all of the teeth on the top or the bottom jaws? Thanks to advances in dental implant technology, that answer is yes.


All-on Four: One full arch of teeth

Believe it or not, tooth loss is extremely common among adults, especially as we age. In fact, more than 35 million people across America are missing all of their upper and/or lower teeth. Rather than living with the discomfort and hassles of dentures, many people are opting for what is called “all-on-four” dental implant restoration.

To fully understand this remarkable technique for replacing teeth, you should first understand what a dental implant is. An implant is a small titanium screw that fits inside your jawbone and replaces the root-part of a missing tooth. Minor surgery is required to insert the implants. Once the implant is in place, a crown is attached to give you a highly realistic-looking and functional prosthetic tooth.

Here’s what is special about all-on-four: You do not need a dental implant for each and every one of your missing teeth. All you need is four precisely placed implants on the top of your mouth, and four on the bottom, to restore your full smile. That’s the beauty of the all-on-four. And because the implant is made of titanium, it has the unique ability to fuse to living bone and function as part of it. So eventually, the dental implant becomes part of the jawbone and serves as a strong, long-lasting foundation for your new teeth.

Besides ensuring that your implants are permanently fixed in place, this bone fusion has another important benefit: it prevents future bone loss in the jaw. This helps to maintain a more youthful facial structure—and better oral health. But perhaps the biggest surprise about the all-on-four is how quickly it can transform your life.

You can get a radiant, new smile in just one day!

By combining the precise technology of the all-on-four procedure with the expertise of our implant teams, SCV Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery has developed a way to give most patients a new smile in one day.

Here’s why the all-inclusive approach at SCV Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery works for people who are missing a majority of their teeth:

  • Your team of doctors, lab technicians and equipment are all in one patient-centered facility
  • We’re able to place the all-on-four dental implants and the arches of your new teeth in your mouth while you are fully sedated
  • You leave our center with a natural looking, fully functioning set of teeth—all in one day

After your day at SCV Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, your new smile will look and feel great, but it’s only temporary. You see, it takes dental implants some time to heal and fuse to your jawbone. Once that happens, you’ll come back in and your team will replace your temporary teeth with a permanent, customized smile designed just for you.

 

Implant Dentistry

Dental Implant Video

If you are missing one or more teeth, dental implants offer the comfort and security of a permanent replacement that looks and functions just like your natural teeth. Dental implants also help preserve the tooth-supporting bone in your jaw that deteriorates when even one tooth is lost.

  • About Dental Implants
  • Bone Grafting for Dental Implants
  • Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
  • Hidden Consequences of Losing Teeth
  • Top Reasons to Choose Dental Implants

Tooth Extractions

There are times when it is in your best interest to have a tooth extracted (removed). This could be the case for a variety of reasons, including: damage or trauma to the tooth; extensive gum disease; extensive tooth decay; or overcrowding. Learn more about Tooth Extractions .

Bone Grafting

Bone grafting, a minor in-office surgical procedure, is commonly used in dentistry to correct deficiencies in bone quantity and to build support for teeth or dental implants. Learn more about Bone Grafting .

Treatment of Loose Teeth & Bite Problems

Periodontal disease is the most common cause of loose teeth, though placing too much stress on the teeth can aggravate the problem. Whatever the cause, loose teeth require immediate treatment. Learn more about Loose Teeth & Bite Problems .

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