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Before you can get dental implants, you need to consult your dentist about them first. Only then will you know whether you qualify for treatment<\/a> and (if so) what your procedure may involve. With that said, just what should you expect from your dental implant consultation? Your Covington dental practice is here to address that matter for you. So, please keep reading to learn four things your dental implant consultation will almost certainly include.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Chat With Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll start your consultation by chatting with your dentist. More specifically, you\u2019ll talk to them about implant treatment\u2019s broader points \u2013 what you want from it, whether you qualify, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This discussion mostly consists of your dental provider\u2019s questions. After all, a dentist must learn about your dental records and health history to see if dental implants suit you. They may even give you paperwork to complete as part of that process. Once they\u2019ve gotten all your feedback, they\u2019ll review it before deciding if the consultation should proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Close Oral Exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If the initial chat goes well, your dentist will perform a close oral exam. This part of the consultation looks at your smile to confirm if it can support implant posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The oral exam will closely assess your teeth, gums, and soft mouth tissues. That means it\u2019ll mainly be done by eye but involve X-rays and 3D imaging as needed. When it\u2019s over, the dental team will know whether dental implants suit your grin. (They may suggest preliminary dental work if you don\u2019t initially qualify, some examples being gum disease therapy or bone grafts.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Review of Treatment Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist will advise possible treatment options after the exam is over. If you qualify for dental implants, they\u2019ll be among the recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that you\u2019ll have the final say over your procedure. Since a dentist drafts your treatment plan based on your wants and needs, they\u2019ll tailor it to fit your situation. They can then explain the plan\u2019s steps, timeframe, and recovery period to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Question-and-Answer Phase<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To conclude your consultation, your dentist will allow you to ask further questions about dental implants. This Q&A period helps you grasp what actual treatment will involve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please ask what\u2019s really on your mind during the Q&A. Your dentist wants you to feel good about treatment, so they\u2019ll gladly answer questions. Addressing your concerns also lets you learn key points about the implant process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing the points above should prepare you for your dental implant consultation. However, don\u2019t hesitate to ask your dental provider what else the visit may feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Complete Dental Care of Covington<\/a> is based in Covington, WA. Led by Drs. Dhaliwal<\/a> and Elabbasy<\/a>, our practice combines comprehensive dentistry with a warm and gentle approach. We work closely with every patient to tailor our preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services to their needs. That way, our team can help even the most down-and-out smile thrive like never before! For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (253)-243-6576<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Before you can get dental implants, you need to consult your dentist about them first. Only then will you know whether you qualify for treatment and (if so) what your procedure may involve. With that said, just what should you expect from your dental implant consultation? Your Covington dental practice is here to address that […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-68","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Things to Expect From Your Dental Implant Consultation - Complete Dental Care of Covington Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Do you know what to expect from your dental implant consultation? 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