What Are Dental Implants?
Damaged, decayed, or lost teeth are more than just a cosmetic problem — they can also impact your long-term oral health and ability to chew and speak comfortably. If you're struggling with discomfort or confidence issues due to a missing or injured tooth, Joe Pausa, DMD can help with custom-made dental implants. A dental implant is made up of a titanium post that functions as a manmade tooth root, providing support for a future crown, bridge, or denture. Our implants are made by some of the most trusted names in dental restoration, including ZimVie, Nobel, Dentsply, and Biohorizons, and are designed to provide enhanced comfort and a seamless smile. If you are dealing with a missing tooth or need to have one extracted, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Sergio Pausa at our Alpharetta, GA office to find out more about your dental implant options.
What Is the Dental Implant Procedure Like?
The dental implant process begins with a thorough assessment of your oral health and dental needs at our office in Alpharetta, GA. From there, Dr. Pausa will create a customized treatment plan to restore your smile. The first step will involve surgery to install the implant, which will be performed with local anesthesia or stronger sedation to help you relax. Once you're ready, we'll carefully position the implant into your jaw, where it will integrate with the bone through a process called osseointegration. This healing period typically takes at least six months. Once the implant is healed, we'll schedule a follow-up appointment, where Dr. Pausa will install the crown, denture, or arch and ensure it fits comfortably.
It's common to experience mild discomfort while your jaw heals, but this can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication. We'll provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
More and more patients are choosing dental implants because of their long-lasting support and natural appearance. Some of the key benefits of dental implants at Joe Pausa, DMD, include:
- Act like normal teeth in function and appearance
- Improved confidence while talking or eating
- Offer increased jaw force and lifespan of tooth restorations
- Fuse with the jawbone to help sustain jawbone wellness and use
- Allow for the adaptation of a diverse diet
- Don't require surrounding teeth to provide support
- Act as a long-term tooth replacement option
Dental Implants Reviews
I visited with Dr. Pausa after a referral from my dentist. He is a great guy and very professional. Ge developed a plan for me as I require several implants and some extractions and he worked with me to tweak it as necessary for me and my budget. I had one implant placed and another bone graph and healing. Procedure went great, no issues. Will be continuing my plan with him. He and staff is very professional and I would recommend him highly!
Excellent - Five Stars! I have been a patient of Dr. Pausa’s for many years. To include various extractions, sinus/teeth issues and implants. He and his entire team are very knowable and truly care about their patients needs. All required procedures and options are explained in detail to ensure that you are safe, properly monitored and comfortable during the procedure and/or surgery. A+ in my book! Very pleased….highly recommend.
Dr. Pausa is great at making, for me, a very stressful situation better. I have had three implants over the years and Dr. Pausa and his team have done a great job every time
Excellent - Five Stars!I have been a patient of Dr. Pausa’s for many years. To include various extractions, sinus/teeth issues and implants. He and his entire team are very knowable and truly care about their patients needs. All required procedures and options are explained in detail to ensure that you are safe, properly monitored and comfortable during the procedure and/or surgery. A+ in my book!Very pleased….highly recommend.
Have used Dr. Pausa for dental implant and my son for wisdom teeth removal surgery.Just such a pleasant, honest and skilled doctor. I have used other oral surgeons, but he is by far the best!
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Long-Lasting Tooth Replacement
Thanks to advances in dental technology, it's now easier than ever to replace missing teeth with implants that look and function like natural teeth. Dr. Pausa is proud to offer implant-supported dentures, crowns, and bridges as reliable tooth replacement options for patients in Alpharetta, GA. To learn about your options for replacing damaged or missing teeth, schedule a consultation at Joe Pausa, DMD, today.