A general dentist takes care of your biannual dental checkup and when you start experiencing a toothache, the first person you’d call is your general dentist. But if you need to install something like an implant in your mouth, you would want a specialist. A dental expert or specialist who can perform a dental implant surgery is known as an implantologist. Alpine Implant Center’s specialty is Dental Implants. Find out more if an oral implantologist is right for your teeth.

If you need to replace damaged or missing teeth, dental implants could be right for you. But first, an implantologist will need to assess if you have healthy oral tissues, adequate bone to keep the implants in place, and a jawbone that’s reached full growth. These factors help determine if your mouth can handle implants.

Commitment to Maintaining

You will also need to commit several months to the process and consistently maintain good oral hygiene. This is so that your mouth heals properly and you don’t experience implant failure.

A good implantologist will guide you through the process and help ensure that your implant surgery is successful. If you’re thinking about getting implants, the first step is to consult with a dentist. Your dentist can help you find the right implantologist and guide you towards getting the perfect smile you’ve always wanted.

Dental implants, which have been used for half a century, are safe and effective. As in any medical procedure, however, there can be complications. Choosing a knowledgeable, well-trained implant dentist will help minimize complications and ensure skillful handling of any problems, should they arise. It is important that you and your implant dentist review your health history and any habits which could affect the success of your recommended care, such as smoking, so that you are fully informed about the benefits and risks involved.

Dental implants represent sophisticated dental devices that require careful placement to minimize complications or implant failure. Choosing a dental implant expert with the proper education, training, and competence in implant dentistry is crucial for achieving optimal results.

Our Specialty is Dental Implants & Oral Surgery

The planning process for dental implants may involve several specialists, such as a periodontist, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, a prosthodontist, and occasionally an ENT specialist. Given the intimate connection of dental implants with gum tissues and underlying bone, oral surgeons are an excellent choice for implant installation. Dr. Lee, an outstanding oral and maxillofacial surgeon, possesses specialized training in the field of implant surgery.

Absolutely! We follow all of the American Dental Association (www.ada.org) and OSHA guidelines.

Original Medicare Part A (Hospital insurance) and Part B (Medical insurance) don't offer any coverage for dental implants. However, if health concerns occur after a dental implant procedure, Original Medicare may help cover some of those costs. Please refer to your insurance or go to (www.medicare.gov) for more info.

Most Medicare or Medicaid do not cover the implants, in general, Medicaid coverage for dental implants is limited and typically reserved for specific cases where the implants are deemed medically necessary.

We accept all PPO plans. If you have any questions regarding coverage, please call our office. Flexible fee payment plans are also available.

• Fees are determined on a case-by-case basis
• After the initial free examination, the doctor will outline the preliminary treatment plan and fees
• All major dental insurance accepted (payment processing depends on insurance carrier)
• Payments can be made in full or spread out over the life of the treatment period
• Payments can be made in Cash, Check or Credit Cards ​