Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater

Oral Health and Implant Dentistry in Edgewater, New Jersey

Helping restore and create beautiful smiles

Expert Dentistry and Implants in Edgewater, New Jersey

At the Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater, we are dedicated to helping our patients achieve a more beautiful and healthy smile. Our experienced team provides quality, personalized care in the fields of oral health and implant dentistry. We are equipped with state-of-the-art technology that allows us to provide comprehensive dental services.

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Dental Implants: Benefits

Dental implants are a revolutionary way to replace missing teeth. At the Dental & Implant Center in Edgewater, Dr. Suh and his staff offer expert implant treatments that can benefit your oral health, function, and appearance. Here are a few key advantages of dental implants.

  • Natural Feel and Look

    Dental implants are made to look and feel like natural teeth. They act as tooth roots and provide a stable base for a crown made to blend seamlessly with the surrounding teeth. Dental implants are more secure and comfortable than other tooth replacement options.

  • Long-Lasting Solutions

    Dental implants are a durable and cost-effective option when properly maintained. They are made of high-quality titanium, which integrates into your jawbone via a process known as osseointegration. The implant will remain in place and can withstand daily pressures from chewing and talking.


  • Preserving the health of your jawbone

    Dental implants can prevent bone loss. This is one of their most important advantages. The surrounding bone starts to deteriorate when a tooth is lost due to a lack of stimulation. Dental implants are designed to mimic the root of a natural tooth and stimulate your jawbone. This prevents the sunken look that is often associated with tooth loss.

  • Improved oral function

    With dental implants, you can enjoy improved speech and restored chewing ability. Dental implants are more stable than traditional dentures, which can slip or cause discomfort. You can eat and speak with confidence without having to worry about slipping.


  • Self-Confidence Enhanced

    Missing teeth can significantly impact your self-esteem and even affect how you smile. Dental implants are a natural-looking solution that can restore your self-confidence. Your implants will look and feel like your natural teeth, so you can smile, eat, and speak with confidence.


  • Easy maintenance

    Dental implants are easy to maintain. No special adhesives or cleaning products are needed since you will maintain your implants like your natural teeth: by brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist regularly. Dental implants are a long-term solution for tooth replacement because of their ease of maintenance and durability.

 

  • They look, feel and act like natural teeth.
  • They need no special treatment: just brushing and flossing plus cleanings and examinations at our office, like your natural teeth
  • They help maintain the sturdiness of the bone in the jaw
  • They can be used not only as tooth replacements but also as secure support for bridges or dentures

 

How Are Dental Implants Done?

Dental implants are performed with great care and precision at the Dental & Implant Center Edgewater to achieve optimal results. Each stage is designed to ensure the implant integrates correctly and forms a solid foundation for your new teeth.


The first step is to ensure that the teeth and gums are healthy and that there is sturdy bone in the area to receive an implant. Then the procedure goes as follows:

  1. The gum is opened and a slender post is placed in the jaw. This post—the implant—is made from titanium and will act as the root for the replacement tooth.
  2. The titanium implant is allowed to heal for three months or more. In this time, the titanium will bond with the bone in the jaw.
  3. When healing is complete, the replacement tooth will be securely attached to the top of the implant. 
Additionally, to speed your recovery time and prevent infection, we use an easy yet powerful process involving “platelet-rich fibrin,” which is the medical name for a component found in your own blood.

  • Initial Consultation

    Consultation with Dr. Suh. We will conduct a comprehensive exam during this visit. This may include digital X-rays to assess your jawbone health and the teeth around it. Ideal candidates are those with healthy gums and enough jawbone density.

    A bone graft can be performed before the implant is placed if bone loss due to tooth loss has been prolonged. This will ensure that the jawbone can support the implant.


  • Implant Placement Surgery

    The next step in the treatment is implant placement. This is a minor surgery in which the titanium implant is placed into the jawbone. The titanium is biocompatible and will naturally fuse with your bone, creating a solid base for the replacement teeth.

    Local anesthesia will be used during the procedure to keep you comfortable and free of pain. The incision will be stitched shut, and the healing process will begin.


  • Osseointegration & Healing

    It is important that the healing period after implant placement be successful. The osseointegration process takes place over the next few weeks when the implant bonds with the jawbone and forms a strong permanent bond. This ensures the implant will act like a real tooth root and that it will provide a strong foundation for the replacement teeth.

    Dr. Suh will monitor your healing progress closely to ensure that it is going well.


  • Placement of Abutment

    Attaching the abutment is the next step after osseointegration. The abutment, which is a small connector that holds the custom crown in position, is what we call a small connector. The gums will heal around the implant abutment to create a natural look.


  • Custom Crown Placement

    The final step is placing the crown. The crown is then attached to the abutment, completing your dental implant.

    The result is an aesthetically pleasing, fully functional tooth replacement that seamlessly blends with your smile. The custom crowns are durable and designed to resist the forces of chewing, allowing you to maintain normal oral function.

Our Dental Areas of Expertise

  • Missing teeth

    Our experienced dentist will assess your individual needs and determine if dental implants are the right fit for restoring your smile.

  • Dental Implant Placement

    At the Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater, we specialize in placing dental implants. Our team is experienced in the placement of all types of dental implants, including traditional, mini, and All-on-4® implant-supported dentures. We can provide you with a beautiful smile that can last for years to come.

  • Implant Dentistry

    When it comes to restoring your smile with dental implants, the Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater is dedicated to providing you with excellent results. Our experienced dentists and state-of-the-art technology provide a comprehensive approach to implant dentistry that helps ensure optimal outcomes for our patients.

  • Traditional Dental Implants

    Traditional dental implants are a type of dental implant that has been used for over 40 years. They are placed by our experienced team at the Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater and can be used to replace one or more missing teeth. Traditional implants provide a secure and long-lasting solution for restoring your smile.

  • Implant Placement

    Our team is experienced in the successful placement of dental implants. We use advanced technologies and techniques to ensure a secure and comfortable implant placement procedure that can last for years to come.

  • Oral Health

    Maintaining good oral health is important for overall health and wellness. Our team offers a comprehensive range of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic services to help you maintain optimal oral health. Our experienced dentists will evaluate your individual needs and create a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to meet your goals.

  • Implant Surgery

    The Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater provides implant surgery for patients who require the restoration of their smile. Our experienced surgeons will carefully assess your individual needs and create a customized treatment plan to help ensure the best outcome for your implant surgery.

  • Natural Tooth

    We help patients maintain and repair their natural teeth. Ask about our wide range of cosmetic, periodontal, and adult dental care.

  • Dental Health

    We work to provide our patients with the best and most comprehensive dental care available.

  • Traditional Implants

    Our experienced team is trained in performing traditional implant procedures. We use advanced technologies and techniques to ensure a secure, comfortable implant placement procedure.

  • Bone Loss

    Our dentists are trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of bone loss caused by periodontal disease. We offer a variety of treatments to help restore and protect your smile from bone loss.

Bone Grafting

Occasionally, the ideal areas for dental implants do not have sufficient bone quantity to support the implants. In these cases, it is often necessary to "borrow" bone from another area of your mouth and graft it into the deficient area. Often, the area of choice is from the chin or in the back of the jaw where your wisdom teeth used to be.
Plastic model of teeth

Infection Prevention with Platelet-Rich Fibrin

The use of platelet-rich fibrin is a relatively new procedure that helps us reduce the chance of infection and speed healing after an extraction or placement of dental implants. Platelet-rich fibrin is a substance that comes from your own blood. During your treatment, we take a sample of your blood just like when you have a blood test. We put this sample into a centrifuge (a high-speed spinning device) to separate it into different parts and isolate the platelet-rich fibrin. 

When we separate out this component and add it to an area where a tooth has been extracted, there’s less chance of developing dry socket and its painful problems. Healing is faster and the body can more easily prevent infection in the area.


We also use this procedure after dental implants are placed to improve integration of the implant with bone. When added to an extraction site, PRF helps the body rebuild strong, sturdy bone faster.


If you have any questions, please call our office.

When properly cared for, a dental implant can last for the rest of your life

If you are missing any teeth, ask us if you are a good candidate for dental implants. Call (201) 943-4000 to request an appointment or schedule online on our website.

Achieving Healthier Smiles with the Dental & Implant Center

At the Dental & Implant Center of Edgewater, we provide comprehensive dental care and personalized services to help you achieve your smile goals. Contact us today to schedule an appointment! We look forward to helping you achieve a healthier, brighter smile.

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Dr. Daniel Suh, DMD
Dental & Implant Center 
of Edgewater
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