Because I have a full mouth of teeth now, I am not afraid to smile. I have received so many compliments on the brightness of my smile. I feel so much better about myself.
Terry SparksWest Seattle Retiree
I am very happy with the dental care I have received from Dr. McAnally. He has provided excellent care to my entire family. We recommend him highly.
Paul FitzgeraldSeattle Non-Profit Administrator
I have never been as comfortable going to a Dentist as I have been with Dr. McAnally!! The comfort begins with his support staff and extends to Dr. McAnally and his dental team. The staff is very supportive, understanding and listened to my needs and fears. The dental Procedures are explained step by step with no surprises, which was important to me. The quality of care is excellent. The dental procedure was extensive and yet remarkably free from pain. The sedation provided was truly amazing, the procedures went flawlessly and the follow-up dental care has been terrific!
Bob F.Sedation and Implant Dentistry Patient
June of 2006, I had a date with destiny. I met Dr. McAnally and his staff for a free consult. Then I quickly scheduled a second appointment to hear the findings of my first appointment and whether there was something that could be done for me. Dr. McAnally informed me that I would be a good candidate for dental implants. Needless to say I felt overjoyed finally I could see a dream long awaited for coming true.
On January 3, 2007 Dr. McAnally and his kind staff unveiled my new smile. My self esteem soared through the roof. I have confidence that I never had before. I feel I can finally reach and attain my life goals. Dr. McAnally I thank you and your staff for making me feel special through all the visits, Surgery and finally my new smile. I’m forever grateful to all of you!
Sedation and Implant Dentistry Patient, Seattle Retiree
Based on previous experiences at other dental offices over the years, I found that even minor surgery was always very painful afterwards. My surgery was pretty serious that Dr. McAnally had to perform but I was AMAZED at how comfortable I was after my surgery. I was virtually pain-free, and I don’t remember a thing, unbelievable!
Al Foucault
Sedation and Implant Dentistry Patient, Seattle School Teacher
Dr. McAnally and his staff always provided me with the best of care and treatment. Now that my implant dental work is complete, I will continue to see Dr. McAnally and his team to provide my regular dental care.
Don SinclairSedation and Implant Dentistry Patient, Banker
Single-Tooth Implants
The Single Dental Implant |
Hands down, the dental implant is the single best way to replacing a missing tooth since it removes the need to grind down the two adjacent teeth next to the space as with a traditional bridge. The grinding procedure usually leads to other problems such as a root canal or an eventual fracture in the root due to the physical stresses of chewing on the remaining teeth that the bridge sits upon. Often times, these root fractures lead to more tooth loss. When bridges get decay (and they almost always do) it often results in more tooth loss. Dental implants can't get decay! The scientific data clearly shows that using a dental implant results in a least chance of more tooth loss in this situation. If any doctor doesn't give this option when a tooth is missing, it is a good idea to quickly get a second opinion before you begin a domino effect of further tooth loss.
Tooth-Supported Fixed Bridge |
A traditional bridge involves grinding down the teeth next to the empty space to support the bridge. It provides good esthetics and function and is fairly easy to for most dentists to do. However, this alternative has some very significant disadvantages that create more problems and costs later. One is the sacrificing of healthy tooth structure from the teeth next to the space to make room for the bridge. The damage and heat that occurs due to "grinding" of the two teeth along with the excessive pressures applied to the remaining teeth during chewing over several years almost always results in more long term tooth loss.
Summary of Bridge Disadvantages- Excessive physical stresses on support teeth
- Must grind/shave down support teeth
- High risk of decay
- High risk of root canals
- High risk of root fractures
- High risk of more tooth loss
- Jaw bone erodes where tooth is missing
- Loss of facial support due to bone erosion
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This is not a permanent alternative to a lost tooth. It is very unstable and loosely attached, which makes it less comfortable and ineffective for eating. The only benefit is that it is easily and quickly installed and relatively cheap. Most often this is used as 'temporary' or 'healing' teeth while permanent dental care is being performed.
Disadvantages of Partial Denture- Supporting teeth have more looseness and tooth loss from stress
- High risk of decay, bone loss, and tooth loss from both problems
- Food collects beneath the partial
- Uncomfortable
- Accelerates jaw bone destruction
- Unsightly
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Metal wings are bonded to the adjacent teeth providing a good temporary solution while healing. This procedure has a very poor long term success rate and will not work in the back chewing areas of the mouth.
by Dr. James McAnally