Ancient Times
Early civilizations in the Eastern Hemisphere used wire of gold, oxen bones, and ivory for tooth replacement and for the stabilization of permanent teeth. However, it is the Mayan civilization in the Western Hemisphere that is accredited for realizing the need for bone and tissue to form around the artificial tooth.
Mid-Modern Times
Implants became more sophisticated during the period between the 17th and the 19thcenturies with the use of teeth from the poor or from cadavers for tooth replacement. However, this procedure was only accessible to royalty and the rich and not particularly effective due to the lack of sanitation.
It was during the late 19th and the 20thcenturies when the most modern strides in oral surgery experimented with the use of biocompatible metals and orthodontic screws. Implant surgery still remained inaccessible and elusive to most of the general population. It was in 1978 when threaded titanium implants were developed and tested.
Modern Day
Dental implants are now accessible to all with the costs supplemented by either dental or medical healthcare coverage. Patients with implants enjoy a quality of life comparable to healthy, natural teeth. The care and permanence of implants are the same as biological teeth and come without food restrictions.
Dr. Sinclair and the team of trusted dental healthcare professionals are available for consultations in general, cosmetic, and progressive treatments customized for you. Sinclair Smiles located near you in Encinitas, California in the 92024-zip code, is trusted and highly recommended in serving current and new patients with personalized care, modern and innovative technology, and flexible scheduling.
Call Sinclair Smiles today for a consultation specific to your needs and goals.
