Cipriani Dental Associates

For over twenty five years, Cipriani Dental Associates has been working with patients providing the best dental care for patients in the Newtown area.. General Dentistry Before development of dental implants,dentures were the only alternative to replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Implants are synthetic structures that are placed in the area of the tooth normally occupied by the root. Implants are anchored to the jawbone or metal framework on the bone and act as a foundation for an artificial tooth or permanent bridge. In some cases,implants can be used to attach dentures. Not everyone is a candidate for a dental implant,however. For a successful implant to take hold,a candidate must have proper bone density and have a strong immune system. In all cases,dental implants require strict oral hygiene. Implants are so well designed that they mimic the look and feel of natural teeth. Implants are usually made of a synthetic yet biocompatible material like metal or ceramic. Surgery is necessary to prepare the area for an implant and place the implant in the mouth. Following the procedure,a period of time is required for the implant to take hold and for bone tissue to build up and anchor the device. In some cases,metal posts are inserted into the implant during a follow-up procedure to connect the tooth. Because implants require surgery,patients are administered anesthesia and,if necessary,antibiotics to stave off infection following the procedure. Like any restoration,implants require diligent oral hygiene and proper care to ensure they last a long time. Invisalign's® invisible,removable,and comfortable aligners will give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. And best of all,no one can tell you're wearing them. Invisalign® is great for adults and teenagers. What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces. Invisalign® uses a series of clear,removable aligners to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets. Invisalign® has been proven effective in clinical research and in orthodontic practices nationwide. How Does Invisalign® Work? You wear each set of aligners for about 2 weeks,removing them only to eat,drink,brush,and floss. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series,your teeth will move little by little,week by week - until they have straightened to the their final position. You'll visit us about once every 6 weeks to ensure that your treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9 - 15 months and the average number of aligners during treatment is between 18 - 30,but both will vary from case to case. How Are Aligners Made? You'd Be Amazed... The aligners are made through a combination of our expertise and 3-D computer imaging technology.