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You know what it’s like. Avoiding certain foods because you can’t chew them properly. Covering your mouth when you laugh. Feeling older than you are because your face is starting to sag.
Dental implants change all of that. They’re the only tooth replacement that actually stimulates your jawbone, keeping your face looking younger and your bite strong. You’ll eat steak again. You’ll smile in photos again. You’ll stop thinking about your teeth every time you open your mouth.
The best part? They’re permanent. No more adhesives, no more soaking in cleaning solutions, no more worrying about them slipping at the worst possible moment. Just teeth that work like they’re supposed to.
Dr. Scott Kupetz has been placing dental implants for East Glenville residents since 1988. That’s over three decades of helping people get their lives back after tooth loss.
Here’s what matters: he understands that dental anxiety is real, and he’s one of the few dentists in Schenectady County who specializes in sedation dentistry. You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through treatment.
East Glenville families trust Dr. Kupetz because he’s been here through it all. He’s seen kids grow up, helped grandparents stay healthy, and built a practice on the simple idea that good dentistry shouldn’t be complicated or scary.
First, we’ll take detailed scans to see exactly what we’re working with. No guesswork. If you need any preparatory work like extractions or bone grafting, we’ll handle that first.
The implant placement itself is straightforward. We place a small titanium post into your jawbone where your tooth root used to be. This is done under local anesthesia or sedation, so you’re comfortable throughout.
Then comes the healing period – usually 3 to 6 months. During this time, the implant fuses with your bone. It sounds long, but most people are surprised how quickly it passes. Once everything’s healed, we attach your custom crown, and you’re done. New tooth that looks and feels completely natural.
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Single tooth implants are perfect when you’ve lost just one tooth. We replace both the root and the crown, so it integrates seamlessly with your existing teeth.
For multiple missing teeth, implant-supported bridges give you several teeth anchored by just two or three implants. It’s more cost-effective than replacing each tooth individually, and the results are just as strong.
Full mouth dental implants, including All-on-4 systems, are life-changing for people who’ve lost most or all of their teeth. In East Glenville, we see a lot of patients who’ve struggled with dentures for years. The difference in their quality of life after implants is remarkable – they can eat anything they want, speak clearly, and smile with complete confidence.
A single dental implant in the East Glenville area typically ranges from $3,000 to $6,000, including the implant post, abutment, and crown. This might seem like a significant investment upfront, but when you consider that implants can last 25 years or more with proper care, they’re actually the most cost-effective tooth replacement option long-term.
Compare that to dentures or bridges, which need replacement every 5-10 years. Over a lifetime, you’ll likely spend more on those “cheaper” alternatives. We also work with several financing companies to help make treatment more affordable, and many insurance plans cover at least a portion of implant treatment.
The complete dental implant process typically takes 3-6 months from start to finish. This includes the initial placement surgery, healing time for the implant to fuse with your bone (called osseointegration), and finally placing your permanent crown.
The actual surgery appointments are relatively quick – usually 1-2 hours per implant. Most of that time is just waiting for your body to heal properly. We can often provide temporary teeth during the healing period, so you’re never without a complete smile. Some patients are candidates for immediate load implants, where we can place a temporary crown the same day as the implant surgery.
Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the implant process is. We use local anesthesia for all procedures, and many patients report feeling little to no discomfort during surgery. Dr. Kupetz also specializes in sedation dentistry, offering options from nitrous oxide to IV sedation for patients with dental anxiety.
After surgery, you might experience some swelling and mild discomfort for 3-5 days, similar to having a tooth extracted. Over-the-counter pain medication and ice packs usually manage this well. Most people return to work the next day. The key is following our post-operative instructions carefully – this minimizes discomfort and helps ensure proper healing.
Dental implants are the only tooth replacement that replaces both the root and the crown of your missing tooth. This means they stimulate your jawbone just like natural teeth, preventing the bone loss that leads to facial sagging and premature aging.
With dentures, you’re limited in what you can eat, and they can slip or cause sore spots. Bridges require grinding down healthy adjacent teeth, which weakens them over time. Implants don’t affect your other teeth at all, and you can eat anything you want – corn on the cob, apples, steak, whatever you’re craving. They also don’t require any special cleaning routines. You just brush and floss like normal teeth.
Most people who are missing one or more teeth are good candidates for dental implants. The main requirements are adequate bone density in your jaw and healthy gums. If you’ve been missing teeth for a while, you might need bone grafting first, but that doesn’t disqualify you from treatment.
Certain health conditions like uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking can affect healing, but they don’t automatically rule out implants. Dr. Kupetz will evaluate your specific situation during a consultation. Age isn’t usually a factor – we’ve successfully placed implants in patients from their 20s to their 90s. The key is having realistic expectations and being committed to good oral hygiene after treatment.
Dr. Kupetz has been serving East Glenville and Schenectady County for over 30 years, and he’s one of the few dentists in the area who specializes in sedation dentistry. This combination of experience and anxiety management makes him uniquely qualified to help patients who might otherwise avoid treatment.
He’s also built his practice on the principle that dental care should be comfortable and straightforward. Patients consistently mention his gentle approach and the way he takes time to explain everything clearly. When you’re making an investment as important as dental implants, you want someone who’s not only skilled but also genuinely cares about your experience and results. That’s exactly what you get with Dr. Kupetz.
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