Dental Implants
Dental Implants Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of dental implants, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to dental implants are discussed.
What Are Dental Implants?
A natural tooth consists of a root and a crown. If you compare natural teeth to implant-supported replacement teeth, you’ll see they have the same basic parts. Both have a crown (the visible part used to chew food). Both have a root that holds the tooth securely under the gum and is anchored into the jaw. The difference is that the implant is made of titanium – the same time-tested material used by surgeons for artificial joints. When you lose a tooth, you lose both the root and the crown. To replace the tooth, the surgeon first replaces the root with a small dental implant.
Time is allowed for bone to heal and grow around the dental implant. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. A support post (abutment) is then placed on the implant and a new replacement tooth (crown) is placed on top of the abutment. In many cases a temporary replacement tooth can be attached to the implant immediately after it is placed. If all of your teeth are missing, a variety of treatment options are available to support the replacement teeth.

“Don’t be afraid to Smile.”
For years I’d felt like a part of my body was missing — because my teeth were. My dentist told me that dental implants would make me feel and look a lot better. OK, I said. Now, I’m thrilled. I can smile, eat anything, and enjoy a good laugh with my friends.
Surgical Advances
Using the most recent advances in dental implant technology, Dr. Gemmill, Dr. Jackson, Dr. Solomon, Dr. Summers and Dr. Tricker is able to place single stage implants. These implants do not require a second procedure to uncover them, but do require a minimum of six weeks of healing time before artificial teeth are placed. There are even situations where the implant can be placed at the same time as the tooth extraction – further minimizing your number of surgical procedures.
Dental implant placement is a team effort between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a restorative dentist. Dr. Gemmill, Dr. Jackson, Dr. Solomon, Dr. Summers and Dr. Tricker performs the actual implant surgery, initial tooth extractions, and bone grafting if necessary. The restorative dentist (your dentist) fits and makes the permanent prosthesis. Your dentist will also make any temporary prosthesis needed during the implant process.
Central Virginia Oral and Facial Surgeons, PLC.
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I very much appreciated the individual care I was given and the nice conversation with the surgery technicians prior to starting the procedure. I also appreciated your team submitting a pre-approval to Delta Dental. it was helpful to know prior to the procedure that dental insurance approved most of the costs.
- Lynda S
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The entire process went smoother than I expected. Dr. Summers and her entire staff have been great during our adventure together.
- James M
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Very professional, great work, and pain free procedure.
- Frank L
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friendly, fast, and efficient. As good as it gets for having two extractions and getting and implant.
- Judith S
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Dr. Tricker, his cohorts and support staff provide exceptional care, service, skills, and a professional demeanor at every level! At retirement age with generally good health, I'm still finding visits to doctors' offices on the rise. This office and this group of professional health providers stand head and shoulders above most of the offices I visit. My wife and I have become ardent fans of this group and offer the highest recomendation should you need their services. Well Done Indeed!!
- Stephen Y
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Excellent. Made the procedure very comfortable. Dr Tricker and his staff were not only efficient and explained everything but were friendly and made my visits very comfortable. Each visit was handled in an efficient manner and explained in an easy to understand manner. AgIn excellent workmanship from everyone.
- Betty S
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Thank you CVOFS for your care and skill.!
- Charles G
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I am very happy with the care and services provided to my child at CVOFS. Very knowledgeable, everything explained in detail so that there was minimal question and we knew what to expect. No hidden cost. Very compassionate and kind staff and the Dr. Solomon just overall Awesome. He called to check on his patient the evening after surgery to make sure he was doing ok. I would recommend this group to anyone I know and trust that they are in good hands. In fact I have just today! I’m so thankful for the referral from Dr. Barberio whom sent us to Dr. Solomon and his staff. Great work all around!
- Tonya P
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Dr. Conner really cares about his patients. He took care of my mother who has terminal cancer and worked her in to have a tooth pulled when he already had a tight schedule. He currently is working with my husband with dental implants as a necessary procedure due to the radiation treatments many years ago. He listens to the patient's concerns and explains things extremely well and addresses concerns. He will even top it off and pull my youngest sons wisdom teeth this summer. With him you get the whole caring family package. The staff has always been friendly and explains any procedural or billing questions extremely well.
- Lisa J
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just as happy as I can be Staff and Dr. Conner are great
- billy p
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I would highly recommend Dr. Conner for his expertise and his great care.
- Genevieve M
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Never fun getting teeth pulled, but Dr. Tricker and his staff make it fast and comfortable. Quality has always been great.
- Robert E
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Every time I go there, the staff is very friendly and helpful. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Tricker to anyone.
- Kathy N
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Lovely mix of professional expertise and kindness shown by entire staff.
- Bobbie B
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Exceptional experience with all staff members that assisted me with my problem today. Very informative attentive to my concerns and really appreciated Rebecca finding an appointment for me and Dr. Connors knowledge about my #9 tooth problem and what I have to face. WOW bad news, but delivered professionally relieving me of many concerns.
- rhonda p
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Overall, I had a fantastic experience!
- John S