Congratulations on making the decision to learn more about restoring your smile with the help of dental implants. These durable, lifelike prosthetics are the only permanent tooth restoration method available today, and with half a million placed each year, they are quickly becoming one of the most popular, too!
If you’re wondering about what you can expect from your upcoming dental implant consultation, there’s nothing to fear. Here’s a step-by-step guide to what will happen, and why there’s so much to look forward to with dental implants!
Meet and Greet
The first thing you’ll do when you arrive at your dental implant consultation is check in at the front desk. There, the team will make you feel welcome, and have you fill out any paperwork you are missing. They may also ask for your ID and insurance card to put on file if you are a new patient.
Starting the Conversation
Next, you will be escorted to a treatment room, where you can meet with your dentist and discuss the condition of your oral health and any concerns you may have. Your dentist will ask you some questions about your lifestyle, as well as your oral and overall health.
Oral Examination and Imaging
Next, you may have impressions or images taken of your mouth, including X-rays and 3D images so your dentist can get a full picture of what’s happening in your mouth to determine the best treatment plan for your individual smile.
Treatment plan
Once your dentist has a better understanding of your smile, they will create a treatment plan taking the condition of your oral health as well as your budget into consideration. They will go over costs, steps involved, the timeframe, and what you can expect after surgery. If you approve of your plan, you can schedule the next stage at this time.
Questions and Answers
Though you are encouraged to ask questions throughout your entire consultation, the end of the appointment is a perfect chance to clear up anything else you may be wondering about or get more information about anything you learned during your visit. You can even ask your dentist about previous surgeries or their education.
Wrapping it Up
By the end of your visit, you will hopefully feel confident about the treatment plan and your dentist. If you have any questions or concerns that come up after you’ve left, don’t hesitate to contact the practice and they’ll be happy to get you the answers you need.
Remember, your dentist wants you to feel safe, comfortable, and confident in your decision to get dental implants. Your consultation is the perfect opportunity to get to know the dentist, team, and learn more about how dental implants can be an amazing way to restore your smile.
About Dr. Anderson
Dr. Lance Anderson is proud to provide a variety of specialized dental treatments right here in Lovell. He is well-versed in molar endodontics, wisdom tooth extractions, dental implants, removable prosthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry, and has attended numerous continuing education courses, including the 3M mini-implant course and training in dental implants and bone grafting at the White Cap Institute. He is also a current, active member of the American Dental Association and the Wyoming Dental Association.
To schedule a consultation for dental implants with Lovell Dental, please visit our website or call us today at 307-548-7654.