I had a dental implant placed 8 years ago. I did not and still do not have dental insurance so I put off getting the crown (I believe its called a crown- it is the tooth part). My flipper just broke. Is it still possible to cut open my gum and place the crown? How much will it cost, ballpark quote?
Answer: Cost of Crown for Implant
Once a dental implant is placed and healing occurs (this usually takes approximately three months) it can then be restored. After the surgical uncovering, an impression is taken of the exposed head of the implant. This impression is sent to a lab where a custom abutment (that part which screws into the head of the implant and fits under the crown) and implant crown are fabricated. The cost to restore an implant consists of the cost of the custom abutment (approximately $675) plus the cost of the implant crown (Approximately $1250) So the answer to your question is yes, any time after the initial 3 month healing period, the implant can be restored. The only problem which may exist is that the adjacent and opposing teeth being held in position by the flipper ( which can wear thin over time) can shift creating less room for the implant thereby compromising the final result.
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Answer: Cost of Crown for Implant
Once a dental implant is placed and healing occurs (this usually takes approximately three months) it can then be restored. After the surgical uncovering, an impression is taken of the exposed head of the implant. This impression is sent to a lab where a custom abutment (that part which screws into the head of the implant and fits under the crown) and implant crown are fabricated. The cost to restore an implant consists of the cost of the custom abutment (approximately $675) plus the cost of the implant crown (Approximately $1250) So the answer to your question is yes, any time after the initial 3 month healing period, the implant can be restored. The only problem which may exist is that the adjacent and opposing teeth being held in position by the flipper ( which can wear thin over time) can shift creating less room for the implant thereby compromising the final result.
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Answer: Is it still possible to cut open my gum after placement of implant 8 years ago and place the crown? Cela, thank you for your question. As long as implant integrated with the bone, and it sounds like it did, it is absolutely possible to place crown on the implant now. A part called an abutment will be needed though. That part will connect actual implant, which is deep in the bone, to the crown. Think of that part as a stage, upon which crown would be placed.All the best to you.
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Answer: Is it still possible to cut open my gum after placement of implant 8 years ago and place the crown? Cela, thank you for your question. As long as implant integrated with the bone, and it sounds like it did, it is absolutely possible to place crown on the implant now. A part called an abutment will be needed though. That part will connect actual implant, which is deep in the bone, to the crown. Think of that part as a stage, upon which crown would be placed.All the best to you.
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May 16, 2011
Answer: New Dental Implant Crown
The implant has been under the gum tissue for several years. The first thing will be to get the gum tissue looking correct so it matches the adjacent teeth. There are a number of ways to do this. Next, a impression will be taken so the lab can make the custom part that comes out of the implant and then probably an all ceramic crown will be made for optimum aesthetics. The fees depend on your local area and those listed above are fairly accurate.
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May 16, 2011
Answer: New Dental Implant Crown
The implant has been under the gum tissue for several years. The first thing will be to get the gum tissue looking correct so it matches the adjacent teeth. There are a number of ways to do this. Next, a impression will be taken so the lab can make the custom part that comes out of the implant and then probably an all ceramic crown will be made for optimum aesthetics. The fees depend on your local area and those listed above are fairly accurate.
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May 6, 2011
Answer: Implant crown fees
It sounds as if you need both the implant abutment and the crown. The cost of the abutment will depend on whether it is a stock or a custom made one, and implant crowns are more expensive to have made than tooth crowns. A ballpark number would be around $2100 for both.
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May 6, 2011
Answer: Implant crown fees
It sounds as if you need both the implant abutment and the crown. The cost of the abutment will depend on whether it is a stock or a custom made one, and implant crowns are more expensive to have made than tooth crowns. A ballpark number would be around $2100 for both.
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April 28, 2011
Answer: Crown fees are based on locale and materials used.
Here in Beverly Hills my fees are $1700 for implant crowns,but they go as high as $2400 in some places. They are more complicated to make and therefore the lab charges more in material costs and gold etc.
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April 28, 2011
Answer: Crown fees are based on locale and materials used.
Here in Beverly Hills my fees are $1700 for implant crowns,but they go as high as $2400 in some places. They are more complicated to make and therefore the lab charges more in material costs and gold etc.
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April 14, 2011
Answer: Implant Crowns
Hi Cela,
Unless something unusual happend, the implant should be easily restored with a crown.
You will need an abutment, which is a piece (like a dowel) that goes into both the implant and the crown.
Depending on where you live the fee could vary considerably. For example, you could expect to pay around $2000 for the crown and abutment in New York City.
Best,
Dr. Alper
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April 14, 2011
Answer: Implant Crowns
Hi Cela,
Unless something unusual happend, the implant should be easily restored with a crown.
You will need an abutment, which is a piece (like a dowel) that goes into both the implant and the crown.
Depending on where you live the fee could vary considerably. For example, you could expect to pay around $2000 for the crown and abutment in New York City.
Best,
Dr. Alper
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