William F. Walton, D.D.S., F.I.C.O.I. is a member of the ICOI (International Congress of Oral Implantologists)

What is F.I.C.O.I.: Dr. Walton has been awarded the distinction of Fellowship in the International Congress of Implantologists (ICOI). The ICOI is a worldwide organization of leading dental implantologists. Dr. Walton was awarded the honor of Fellow by demonstrating his advanced knowledge and surgical ability in implant dentistry.

Why Dr. Walton is a member of the ICOI: The International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) was founded in 1972 by a group of innovative clinicians who believed dental implants were an alternative to removable dentures.  Devoted to providing implant education to the entire dental team to better serve its patients, the ICOI is not only the world’s largest dental implant organization, but it is also the world’s largest provider of continuing dental implant education.  They have members in more than 80 countries.

As the global leader in dental implant education, the ICOI is an association of general dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists, prosthodontists, endodontists, orthodontists, laboratory technicians, auxiliaries, industry representatives, researchers, faculty members, pre and post doctoral graduate dental students as well as the general public.

What is a Dental Implant Dallas? A dental implant is a replacement for the root of a tooth. Dental implants, Dallas, are a safe, medically proven, esthetic alternative to traditional crowns, bridgework and dentures. Because dental implants look and feel more like natural teeth, they offer new levels of comfort, security and confidence over traditional treatments.

Dallas, Dental Implants are substitutes for teeth and they are today's best alternative to your natural teeth. They offer you a permanent or secure solution for replacing one or more teeth. They are made of biocompatible materials, just the same as hip implants or similar orthopedic devices, and function as anchors or support for traditional forms of dentistry, such as crowns, bridges or dentures. Many of our patients will tell you that implants have changed not only their smiles, their overall appearance but also even their lives! There are numerous other reasons to choose dental implants:

Esthetically, they support teeth that look like real teeth. Functionally, dental implants feel and act like real teeth. With implants, you can eat and chew again without pain or irritation. Foods that were forbidden are now back in the diet. Implants eliminate the need for distasteful adhesives. There is no longer a need to use "glue" when your prosthesis is anchored to implants. Implants can actually improve the taste of food. With less plastic covering the roof of your mouth, you can enjoy natural flavors and sensations again. Lastly, implants can help maintain your bone structure and support your facial tissues. They can reduce or eliminate bone atrophy, which causes "shrinkage" or facial cosmetic changes.

How does a dental implant work Dallas? Dallas, Dental implants are small “anchors” made of titanium that are inserted into the jawbone to take the place of the missing tooth root. After osseointegration (the process of the surrounding bone healing to the dental implant), a replacement tooth is secured to the top of the implant. This new tooth will function much like your natural tooth.

Why choose dental implants over traditional therapy Dallas?

Comfort – Dental implants function very similar to your natural teeth.
Maintain Anatomy – If you have missing teeth, your bone will shrink. Bone loss can make your jaw line recede and change your facial structure. Dental implants help prevent deterioration of the jawbone so your face retains its natural shape and appearance.
Keep your healthy teeth – A better long term alternative to bridgework, dental implants eliminate the need to grind down healthy teeth when replacing one or more adjacent teeth. Your own natural teeth are not compromised.
Security – Securely anchored dental implants do not slip or move. This eliminates some of the key problems of dentures including poor fit, gum irritation and pain from nerve compression. The result is increased comfort and improved stability.

Are dental implants successful? Dallas, Dental Implants, as we know them today, have been in existence for at least twenty-five years. For the last ten years, however, success rates at many treatment centers are consistently over 95% with proper personal and professional care. Few forms of medical, orthopedic or dental treatment have such high success rates.

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