Irfan Atcha DDS on How to Love Your Smile Again

(Newswire.net — August 29, 2016) Chicago, Illinois — As people age, their teeth can become damaged or decayed and may require advanced dental procedures to help correct their appearance.  Many patients are filled with confusion and fear about oral surgery procedures such as dental implants.  Dr. Irfan Atcha, DDS, a leading specialist in the Chicago metro area, understands that there are many misconceptions around dental implantation.  Over the past 20 years, he has helped thousands of patients regain their beautiful smiles with advanced treatments. “Patients tend to have doubts and questions about implants, preventing them from seeking treatment,” says Dr. Atcha.  “It is critical that dental professionals dispel the misinformation.” To learn more about the types of dental implants available to patients, visit http://www.newteethchicago.com/new-teeth-implants.

The first and most common misconception is that dental surgery is painful and invasive.  While discomfort is possible with any type of surgical procedure, much of it depends on the patient’s pain tolerance.  An experienced periodontist is equipped with treatment options that are designed to minimize pain during and after the procedure.  In many cases, a dental implant will take less than 15 minutes to complete, and these procedures come with less inherent discomfort than many other common dental treatments. Dr. Atcha recommends over the counter pain medication after the treatment and reports that patients are able to return to their daily activities by the next day after the procedure.

Another common misconception reported by Dr. Ivan Atcha, DDS, is that dental implant rejection rates are very high.  Modern dental implants are crafted from surgical-grade materials like titanium, which are biologically compatible with human bone tissue and have a 96% success rate. With proper aftercare, rejection and complications like infection are extremely rare. Related to the concern about rejection is that many older patients believe they are ineligible for dental implants like all-on-four or zygomatic methods.  While it is true that jawbones may be thinner in older patients, a skilled oral surgeon can employ advanced grafting to ensure that there is sufficient support for the implants. “Dental implants can improve oral health and appearance in any patient who needs them, young or old,” adds Dr. Atcha. “A skilled dental professional will explain the procedure and the care needed following recovery, improving the success rate dramatically.”  For more information on Dr. Atcha’s advanced dental practice, visit https://www.healthgrades.com/dentist/dr-irfan-atcha-2kklt.