Peter H. Pruden, DDS PC & Associates
Huntington Village Implant & Oral Surgeons
75 Prospect St., Rear Bldg, Huntington, NY 11743

Dental Implant Timeline

Phase 1: Consultation

Treating Doctors: General Dentists & Oral Surgeon

  • After thoroughly examining your mouth and reviewing any pertinent x-rays and other records, your general (restorative) dentist will refer you to a an oral surgeon, for an implant consultation (See: implant consultation).
  • Together, the oral surgeon and your general dentist will work as a team, and advise you and help you decide the best course of treatment.

 

Phase 2 (3-6 Months) Implant Placement and Healing

Treating Doctor: Oral Surgeon

  • The oral surgeon places the implants (which are small titanium anchors) beneath the gum line during the second phase of treatment.
  • The surgery is performed in the oral surgeon's office. The surgery takes one to three hours, depending on the number of implants recommended.
  • You will be given detailed instructions to prepare you for surgery along with instructions for the care of your mouth following surgery. (See: Post Operative Instructions)
  • After the implants are placed surgically, the healing stage begins which takes about 3 to 6 months.

During this time, the implants need to osseointegrate (attach) to your bone. The oral surgeon checks your progress periodically.

 

Phase 3 Implant evaluation, Possible Uncovering & Tooth Fabrication

Treating Doctors: General Dentist & Oral Surgeon

  • The oral surgeon will take a radiographic image of your implants to evaluate their stability.
  • If the Oral Surgeon has not placed healing abutments on top of your implants, a second surgery is performed. During this procedure he will expose the implants and place an abutment on top to allow the gum tissue to heal around the implant.
  • You will return to your general dentist who begins to fabricate your replacement teeth within a few weeks.
  • The replacement teeth will be permanently fitted onto the implants by your general "restorative" dentist.

Phase 4 (ONGOING) Maintenance

Treating Doctors: General Dentist & Oral Surgeon

  • The fourth and final phase of your treatment is the maintenance phase.
  • You should see your oral surgeon at least once a year to allow him to evaluate the health of your implants, gums, and bone structure.
  • Your restorative dentist will want to examine you at regular intervals for follow up care, and to monitor the health of your restoration.

Testimonials

Dear Dr. Pruden & Staff,

I would just like to thank Dr. Pruden and his entire staff for making my first experience getting a wisdom tooth pulled a pleasant as possible from start to finish.

The moment I called Dr. Pruden’s office I was talked to in a very friendly manner, I wanted to come in as soon as possible and get it over with, and to my surprise, you fit me in that day within 1 hour, which I think is unbelievable service.

I was extremely anxious, nervous, and very upset that I needed to have a tooth pulled, but everyone in the office made me feel comfortable and believe it or not calm. I was not just left alone in a waiting room, I was asked many times how I was doing, I was treated so kind.

When Dr. Pruden came in to see me he explained everything and answered all the questions I had, without rushing me, he told me everything would be fine, and it was, he took very good care of me. I also received a follow up phone call later that evening from Dr. Pruden, asking how I was doing, which was just amazing. I will be returning to Dr. Pruden if I need anything else done.

I will let my dentist know that he should recommend all his patients to Dr. Pruden and let him know what a wonderful experience I had. I will also recommend all my friends and family and co-workers to Dr. Pruden and let them know how wonderful he is and also how great his staff is!

Thank you again for your kindness.

Christina S.

Dear Dr. Pruden and Staff,

Thank you very much for a “pleasant experience” during my wisdom teeth extraction. Although not a fun time your staff and yourself made me feel at ease your aftercare has been great too!

Heather M.

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