Confused? Still have questions? Call our office to arrange a time, to arrange an appointment, to meet with Dr. Kobza to discuss your personal situation.
Of course, if you still have questions after speaking with your dentist, or you would like additional information, you can always give us a call to arrange for an opportunity to speak directly with Dr. Kobza.
Still have questions? Need more information?
Call our office to arrange a meeting to speak with Dr. Kobza.
From Prosites "Our Practice" Page:
When you visit our Long Beach Periodontal office, your oral health and confidence in your smile is our top priority.
Dr. Kobza is a specialist in Periodontics & Dental Implantology. His primary concern is to take a detalied history of the current conditon of your mouth and complete a thorough dental and periodontal exam. Only after this information has been collected will he be able to explain to you what the problem is, what your options are, and then discuss with you those options so that you can make a choice that is best for you.
***your initial visit will take 30-40 minutes:
***additional time may be needed if your problems are complex
His practice specializes in conservative treatment of gum disease, dental implant therapy and periodontal surgery, as well as preventive services such as periodontal cleanings. He works closely with your dentist to give you the best treatment possible in terms of your overall health.
Whether you are an existing patient, referring dentist, or a new patient searching for a periodontist to treat your periodontal disease or replace a missing tooth with a dental implant, we hope our website can help to answer your questions and guide you to the best solution.
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of Periodontal and Dental Implant services. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile. Some of the services we provide include:
We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long lasting smiles!
High Standards
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.
Education & Prevention
As a practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide “dental health care” vs. “disease care”. That’s why we focus on thorough exams – checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, we’re also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.
Uncompromising Safety
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
Training & Expertise
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.
A Positive Experience
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
We thank you for allowing us to take care of your dental needs and look forward to serving you.
Make an appointment today…..we’ll give you a reason to smile!
Decision 1 page:
allows accurate implant placement
increases safety and predictability
reduces / helps avoid complications
a high degree of accuracy in the placement of the implants is very important for the success of the new teeth***
list the reference in the "Reference section"
- almost everyone has enough bone in the front of the mouth to place implants
- almost everyone can have implants placed in the front of the mouth
- most people have enough bone in the front of the mouth to place implants
- 80-85% do not have enough bone in the back of the mouth to place implants
- 80-85% of people who are losing their teeth do not have enough bone in the back of the mouth to place implants
- this is a common problem for most people who are losing their teeth
- lack of bone in the back of the mouth is a common problem for most people who are losing their teeth
If you don't have enough bone...
If there is not enough bone, is an implant bridge still possible?
If there is not enough bone, it is still possible to get an implant bridge?
Understanding Implant Terms: There is no way around it: implant treatment has many technical terms. To help you understand the different type of treatment, you will need to take a little time to learn some basic terms. This will help you make an appropriate decision, will help you discuss your treatment options with your dentist, and will help you understand information that you may read on the Internet or in professional publications. Have this in the definition part of "References"
from What type of implant bridge will replace my teeth:
these bridges are only possible when the implants are placed in the correct positions
these bridges will only be successful if the implants are placed in the correct positions
a successful bridge is only possible if / when the implants are placed in the correct positions
successful bridges are only possible if the implants are placed in the correct positions
(photo of a surgical guide)
from Decision 3 Temporary Teeth:
Before the implants can be placed, the unhealthy teeth must be removed. After they are removed, temporary teeth will help you resume your normal daily activities. You will wear these teeth until the permanent teeth are ready.
Before the implants can be placed, the unhealthy teeth must be removed. After they are removed, temporary teeth will be placed in your mouth. These teeth will help you eat and speak normally until the permanent teeth are ready. You will wear these teeth for at least 7 months but it could be as long as 18 months.
Before the implants can be placed, the unhealthy teeth must be removed.
After these teeth are removed, temporary teeth will help you eat and speak
After these teeth are removed, temporary teeth will help you resume your normal daily activities
You will wear these teeth until the permanent bridge is ready. (7-18 months)
You will wear these teeth until the permanent teeth are ready. (7-18 months)
These teeth will help you eat and speak normally until the permanent implant bridge is ready.
From Summary page:
Notes about:
Modified surgery: is best accomplished with the use of a surgical template
Teeth in a Day: this procedure has a 10% higher risk of implant failure. Immediate-load treatment is a similar procedure.
Temporary teeth: will affect how you look and feel during the entire treatment process, and your ability to resume your normal daily activities once the unhealthy teeth are removed. Temporary teeth will be used for 7-18 months depending upon the type of treatment selected.
Cost: this figure covers the complete cost of treatment; it includes the fees for the surgeon, the dentist and any additional fees for laboratory and radiology services. It assumes that (1) the patient has numerous unhealthy teeth that need to be removed, (2) that the patient lives in the greater metropolitan area of New York City, and (3) that all procedures will be performed with local anesthesia (Novocaine). If IV sedation is required for any reason, a board-certified medical anesthesiologist will administer the appropriate medications: fees for this type of service typically are $750 for the first hour and $450 for each additional hour (charged in 15 minute increments).
From Meet Dr. Kobza page:
When you visit our Long Beach Periodontal office, your oral health and confidence in your smile is our top priority.
Dr. Kobza is a specialist in Periodontics & Dental Implantology. His primary concern is to take a detalied history of the current conditon of your mouth and complete a thorough dental and periodontal exam. Only after this information has been collected will he be able to explain to you what the problem is, what your options are, and then discuss with you those options so that you can make a choice that is best for you.
***your initial visit will take 30-40 minutes:
***additional time may be needed if your problems are complex
His practice specializes in conservative treatment of gum disease, dental implant therapy and periodontal surgery, as well as preventive services such as periodontal cleanings. He works closely with your dentist to give you the best treatment possible in terms of your overall health.
Whether you are an existing patient, referring dentist, or a new patient searching for a periodontist to treat your periodontal disease or replace a missing tooth with a dental implant, we hope our website can help to answer your questions and guide you to the best solution.
When you visit our office you will experience all that modern dentistry has to offer, including a comprehensive list of Periodontal and Dental Implant services. Our goal is to assist each patient in achieving and maintaining long term dental health and a beautiful smile. Some of the services we provide include:
Common Implant Bridge Treatments (2015)
Complete Treatment Summary
Surgery Type: Standard Grafted Modified Teeth in a Day
Surgical Guide: Any guide Any guide Any guide Cannot use a guide
Temporary Teeth: Denture Denture Temporary Bridge Immediate Bridge
Treatment Time: (mos.) 8-11 15-18 8-11 5-8
# of New Teeth: 10 12 12 10-12
Cost: (2015) $26-30,000 $42-46,000 $30-34,000 $30-34,000