Dr. Barrilleaux stands on the cutting edge of dental implant technology. With a focus on continuing education and enhanced technology, Dr. Barrilleaux is able to perform precise and minimally invasive procedures. Our dental implants in Huntsville are placed through robot-assisted surgery, using YOMI, the first and only FDA-cleared robotic system for dental surgery. The computerized navigational system allows Dr. Barrilleaux to perform surgery with superior accuracy and precision and provide a more comfortable patient experience.
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. Therefore, when you lose a tooth, you lose both. Dental implants are substitutes for the roots of the missing teeth. Much like your natural root, dental implants act as an anchor for a replacement tooth or crown, or set of teeth. The human body accepts titanium, a corrosion resistant material that is completely biocompatible and stable.
Implants may be the right choice for anyone missing one or more teeth due to injury, disease, or decay. They are especially practical for patients who can no longer wear removable dentures.
A single tooth is replaced using an implant in place of a natural root. A crown or replacement tooth is attached to the implant with an abutment. The surrounding teeth are not affected.
Multiple teeth are replaced with an implant-supported bridge. Implants are placed to surround the area where teeth are missing. The dental bridge consists crowns for each implant and a false teeth that fill the space between them.
A complete or partial denture supported by two or more implants for improved stability and retention.
A complete set of teeth are replaced with a fixed or removable denture that is attached to multiple implants. An implant supported denture is more comfortable and stable than a traditional denture and the bone is better preserved.
Dental cone beam computed tomography (CT) is a special type of x-ray equipment used when regular dental or facial x-rays are not sufficient. We use this technology to produce three dimensional (3-D) images of your teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways and bone in a single scan. This technology allows us to determine whether or not you are a potential candidate for implants.
Bone grafting is a simple procedure that is performed in-office. This procedure involves placing grafting material and possibly a membrane to cover the socket after tooth extraction. The graft, which is made of biocompatible material, aids in the regeneration of newly formed bone .
If you need to have a tooth extracted, ask us about bone grafting to preserve your socket and maintain your jawline. This quick, painless, and uncomplicated procedure can help to prevent bone loss that can result in shifting teeth, difficulty in chewing, bite collapse, and the general appearance of aging.
