Dental Implants Explained - Who Needs Them & More

Considering dental implants? Dr Clifford Yudelman covers what an implant is, who makes a good candidate, how implants compare to bridges, and how OptiSmile uses 3D scanning and guided keyhole surgery for accurate, lasting results. Here are the key topics and timestamps: 0:00 What is a dental implant? An introduction to the procedure, describing the titanium root and crown. 0:22 Who is a candidate? Eligibility criteria, including healthy gums, sufficient bone, and management of conditions like diabetes. 0:36 Benefits of implants vs bridges: why implants are often preferred, such as preserving adjacent teeth and preventing jawbone shrinkage. 0:56 Surgery and recovery: addressing concerns about the procedure and pain management. 1:07 Advanced technology and eligibility: age suitability and the use of 3D scanning and guided keyhole surgery for accuracy. OptiSmile is a patient-first, advanced digital dentistry practice based in Sea Point, Cape Town, with hundreds of 5-star reviews from patients across the city. OptiSmile invests in the latest dental technology and services, including: Clear aligners: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Teeth whitening: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Composite and ceramic veneers: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Crowns and onlays: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Dental implants: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Root canal treatment: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Children's dentistry: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Dental check-ups: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti... Cosmetic dentistry: https://optismile.co.za/dental-soluti...