Case Study 1

Actual patient of Dr. Khazian
Dental implant treatment

This case demonstrates replacement of 2 missing upper front teeth with dental implant. Replacement of such teeth in a esthetic zone (upper front) with dental implants, requires extensive knowledge, skill, and experience, to transform this smile into a pleasant, natural looking one. Recreation of gum architecture, smile line, and lip posture with natural looking implant teeth is definitely a work of art.

This patient had lost these teeth several years ago and there was substantial bone loss in the area. The goal of the surgery was to restore and augment the lost bone and place 2 dental implants to support 2 porcelain teeth that are individually connected to those dental implants.

This treatment consists of 2 phases:

• Surgical, during which bone augmentation, gum graft , and dental implant placement is done. This is a challenging process because this patient is very young and the final esthetic result should be perfect. Extreme care should be taken to reconstruct the area so that final teeth and gum look natural
• Restorative, which is the placement of the final porcelain teeth. Color matching, gum adaptation, shape proportionality, and smile line recreation are some of the main challenges to overcome in this phase of dental implant treatment.

As viewed in the final x-ray, the porcelain teeth are supported by 2 strong dental implants that are inserted into the jaw bone. Final photos show, these dental implant teeth look perfectly natural and this young patient is very happy to be able to smile without reservation. These dental implant teeth feel and function like natural teeth and can be brushed and flossed the same way as other natural teeth in her mouth.

Call Dental Implant centers at 619-497-1700 to arrange a complimentary consultation with Dr. Khazian and explore your options to have a healthy, beautiful smile.

Case Study 13

Actual patient of Dr. Khazian

This case demonstrates replacement of a removable full lower denture with permanent, fixed implant teeth. This 62 years old patient lost all his lower teeth recently and was wearing this lower denture transitionally during the course of implant treatment. This type of denture has traditionally been used to replace missing teeth. Patients who have to use this denture are generally dissatisfied due to its bulk, lack of retention, ineffective chewing power, inability to eat a complete diet, interfering with the speech and other problems. Many such patients prefer implant retained fixed teeth to enhance esthetic and function.

This picture shows 6 implants placed by Dr. Khazian to support a lower fixed bridge

This X-ray shows implants and the fixed bridge.

This picture shows the final teeth (bridge) in the mouth. These teeth are held in place firmly by implants, as natural teeth are held by their roots. Eating with these teeth is as enjoyable as natural teeth.

Another view of final teeth show their perfect adaptation to gum. Unlike dentures which are artificial teeth, implants offer a natural replacement of lost teeth. If you have missing teeth and/or denture problems, you might be a candidate who can benefit greatly from dental implants. Call Dental Implant Centers at 619-497-1700 today and arrange a complimentary consultation to explore your options to have great teeth and beautiful smile.

Patient Testimonial:

I had been interested in having implants for several years, but kept putting it off because of the fear they would not be as good as advertised, and the expense, since my insurance did not cover the cost. When I finally got serious about implants I started investigating dental offices that had extensive experience in that field. I wanted one dentist to do the entire process, from extraction to finished product. I even drove by offices that I was considering. My investigation paid off in Aces. I found you, Dr. Khazian!

I scheduled an appointment and immediately felt comfortable. When I asked if my wife could also meet with you, and she did, she also immediately felt the same way. In a few months I had 6 implants and a new bridge, beautiful new teeth. Biting and chewing everything from hot dogs to steaks, it had been a long time since I could do that.

The Dental work required several appointments and a lot of hours; but the entire procedure was less painful than root canals or other dental work I have had in the past. Thank you, Dr. Khazian and your staff for being very capable, competent and caring; --- It has been my pleasure.

Dan G.

Case Study 1

Actual patient of Dr. Khazian

This smile was transformed by Dr. Khazian, using porcelain veneers on 10 upper front teeth. This young woman was not willing to go through 2 years of orthodontic treatment and chose to have instant cosmetic veneers which created this beautiful smile in 2 weeks. Call Dental Implant Centers at 619-497-1700 today to arrange a complimentary consultation and explore your options to have a beautiful smile.

Patient Testimonial:

"Dr. Khazian was my first choice when I began my search to do my veneers. I came to his office just for a quote but I was so impressed by him and his staff that he became my only choice. From the initial consult to the post-treatment check up, the whole experience has been wonderful. Thank you to Dr. Khazian and his staff. I greatly appreciate all you have done for me."

Shannon G.