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Experience Matters When Choosing an Implant Dentist

dental implantsOctober 23, 2017Smile Creator Team

There are dentists in nearly every city in the country all claiming to be qualified to perform similar treatments. However, it’s also important to know that not every dentist has the same knowledge, experience, or track record when it comes to advanced procedures. This distinction is particularly important when it comes to dental implants. Discover the importance of choosing a dentist that has the proper qualifications and how you can find this information.

How Experience Translates to Dental Implant Success

It’s no surprise that more experienced dentists are likely to make fewer mistakes in the dental implant surgery. But studies from the last five years indicate that the majority of dental implant failures that occur happen because of mistakes by the implantologist. Since a small error can cause complications that put the entire procedure in jeopardy, it’s vital to choose an implant dentist that has shown competence in leading the surgery.

The Loma Linda University Study

A study that was conducted at Loma Linda University in California looked at dental implant success rates from surgeons of different levels of experience. The result showed that doctors who have conducted less than 50 implant surgeries are twice as likely to make an error. This stat serves as alarming proof that choosing dentists who have done more successful implant surgeries will boost your chances of not having any problems.

The Other Way Inexperience Can Jeopardize Your Procedure

In addition to a greater tendency to make mistakes, there’s another way that inexperience can put your dental implant treatment at risk. When determining who is an ideal candidate for dental implants or whether a patient requires supplemental procedures, inexperienced dentists may miss crucial details. They may ok a patient that still requires dental work or miss the fact that the patient lacks enough jawbone to complete the procedure.

2 Ways New Doctors Decrease Dental Implant Success Rate

While it’s known that dental implants have a success rate that exceeds 95%, the Loma Linda study revealed that in the hands of less experienced doctors that rate drops to around 85%. There are two distinct ways that rookie doctors decrease the success rate of dental implants:

1. Oversight

The consultation that precedes dental implants is so important, it’s often regarded as the first step. The most vital part of this consultation is the professional assessment of whether the patient needs another supplemental procedure to make them fit for dental implants.

If mistakes are made during this initial consultation, patients could begin receiving dental implants while they still have problems that could ruin the procedure. These could include physical issues like insufficient jawbone or basic dental problems like gingivitis.

2. Surgery Errors

Errors in the actual procedure are the other way that inexperienced dentists reduce the success rate of dental implants. The most crucial part of dental implant surgery is the initial insertion of the fixture into the jawbone. If that part goes well, the rest of the procedure falls into place. But if the initial placement is off, it could cause complications with the remaining steps. Experienced dentists understand that precision and certainty are paramount when placing dental implants.

Tips for Ensuring Your Dentist is Qualified

  • Check for their education and credentials on their website
  • Ask how many dental implant surgeries they’ve performed
  • Read their reviews – see if any pertain to dental implants
  • Ask about where they received their dental implant training

Let the Experience of Dr. Kosinski Work For You!

Dr. Kosinski thoroughly understands the differences between being a new dentist and a veteran with dozens of years of experience under his belt. Not only is Dr. Kosinski an experienced implant surgeon, but he also teaches the procedure to other dentists. When it comes to finding a dentist who understands dental implants, look no further than Dr. Kosinski, the Smile Creator of Bingham Farms! Contact us today to schedule an appointment.  

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