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YOUR MINI DENTAL IMPLANT DENTIST
Experienced Implant Dentist in Surrey, BC
Dr. Larry Lu, DDS
Dr. Larry Lu is a dentist in Cloverdale Surrey, B.C., Canada with a special interest in cosmetic and implant dentistry. Taking pride in offering the finest in patient care and services to each and every patient, Dr. Lu is determined to give you the smile you deserve!
Dr. Lu attend the renowned University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California where he completed his studies with top honor in 2000 and successfully passed with first attempt at two National Dental Board Exams (US and Canada) and three State and Regional Board Exams upon graduation, a rare task few people attempted and succeeded! He began practicing high-level dentistry in San Francisco Bay Area and then in Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Southern California where techniques in cosmetic dentistry are ever advancing. Patients were delighted with the improvements in their smiles through Dr. Lu's careful case planning and treatment using Invisalign, soft tissue laser, mercury-free restoration, non-metal crowns, porcelain veneers and dental implants.
Dr. Larry Lu is passionate about keeping up with the latest advances in dentistry. To stay on top of his field, Dr. Lu completes hundreds of hours of postgraduate dental education every year, studying with the very best dentists in the world. Through this commitment to continuing education, Dr. Lu is able to utilize the latest techniques and materials for absolutely spectacular results. Currently, not only is Dr. Lu a certified provider in Botox Cosmetic and in Invisalign orthodontics,
Dr. Lu truly believes that people who choose to come to him for dental care should have the opportunity to choose the most exceptional dentistry available. His mission is to have each person actively involved in decisions about his/her oral health wellness through patient education. As a patient of Dr. Larry Lu, you will never be left in the dark about what your options are, what Dr. Lu can do for your smile, and you will always be in a safe, relaxing environment. Treating his patients as he would want to be treated, and going that extra mile to assure satisfaction has always been Dr. Lu’s credo!
Expertise, vision, and a gentle approach allow Dr. Larry Lu to treat patients conservatively and comprehensively, including those with complex oral health problems. Whether you require a routine examination, simple fillings, dental implants, or a complete smile makeover, Dr. Lu will develop a customized plan to address your specific needs. We look forward to partnering with you as we revive your oral health and beautify your smile.
THE MINI IMPLANT PROCESS
What Are Mini Dental Implants?
Smaller than a traditional dental implant, mini dental implants are usually about half the size. They often can be placed with a less invasive treatment, and can be used even if your jaw bone has deteriorated due to tooth loss. Dr. Hines uses mini implants to help hold loose dentures in position or to replace missing teeth.
MINI DENTAL IMPLANTS
Everything You Need To Know
With nearly a 95% success rate, mini dental implants have helped patients around the world achieve their dental goals.
Mini Implants Vs Traditinal implants
The Mini Implant Process
Benefits & Solutions of Mini Dental Implants
Mini Dental Implant Recovery & Care
Mini Dental Implants Vs Traditional Implants
Smaller In Size
Significantly smaller than traditional implants, mini dental implants often don’t require extensive or painful surgery.
Quicker Healing Time
Mini implants offer a less invasive procedure, quicker healings times, little to no discomfort, and fewer visits to the dental office.
Immediate Results
Get your teeth right away with mini dental implants and avoid potential lengthy healing times of traditional implants.
Affordable
In many cases, the mini dental implant procedure is more affordable than traditional implant cases.
No More Decay
Made out of titanium, mini dental implants are durable and not subject to decay or periodontal disease.
Preserves Bone Structure
Mini dental implants can halt bone loss in cases where large portions of bone in your jaw were lost due to missing teeth.
COMMON PROCEDURES
Mini Dental Implant Solutions
From regular check-ups to bridges and mini dental implants, our caring professionals will treat your family’s dental health needs throughout your lives.
Replacing a single tooth with a single tooth implant does not endanger the health of the neighboring teeth. Dental implants integrate with your jawbone, helping to keep the bone healthy and intact. An implant will replace your tooth root, keeping the bone better preserved.
Individual implants can also replace several missing teeth. Several missing teeth can also be replaced with individual implants. With this method, a dental implant will be placed at the site of each missing tooth, providing ideal replicas of your lost teeth. Multiple teeth may be restored with an implant bridge, which is a prosthetic comprised of three or more crown units, depending upon the number of missing teeth.
Making your loose dentures tight and comfortable is one of the most rewarding and exciting new procedures in dentistry today. In many cases, it’s the best way to utilize mini implants.
Mini dental implants provide denture patients with the ability to eat, smile, and speak with confidence. In this procedure, 4-6 dental implants can be placed and your dentures can be fitted over the implants. Patients leave the office with stable dentures that can be used right away.
In addition, placement of these implants results in little to no postoperative discomfort. Mini implants are also a great option for those struggling with denture glue or those with a sensitive gag reflex. Many patients who were not candidates for conventional implants because they didn’t have enough bone or because of finances are now mini dental implant candidates.
A semi-removable dental bridge is a bridge that is secured into place by connecting to your mini implants and is not cemented into place but can only be removed by Dr. Hines. The placement of a semi-removable bridge involves placing between 6-10 mini implants into the jawbone. The bridge, made of hybrid resin or zirconia, will then snap onto the ball-shaped heads of the implants for a secure fit that doesn’t shift around and doesn’t feel bulky.
The Fixed Roundhouse Zirconia Bridge involves placement of between 10-12 implants, determined by the bone volume and bone quality. The final bridge is tried in for patient comfort and aesthetic approval and then cemented in place. You no longer need to worry about your teeth moving or falling out because this is a cemented zirconia bridge.
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