1. Elgan P. Stamper, DDS
  2. Elgan P. Stamper, DDS
  3. 5
    (Based on 1 review)
  4. 1370 Foothill Blvd, Suite 200
  5. La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
  6. (818) 952-8183

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Referral by: Nina Pecora Garcia
5.0
August 30, 2011

"Simply the best! It was an emergency, they asked me to come in and took care of my issue promptly. The Dr. as well as his staff are excellent in their job. I recommend Dr. Stamper wholeheartedly,"

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Our practice offers multiple services including simple and complex extractions (including impacted wisdom teeth), surgically aided eruption techniques, cancer screening and biopsies, maxillofacial surgery and jaw reconstruction, bone and soft tissue grafting, and the use of I.V. sedation and general anesthesia.

 
Dental Implant 1 | Dr. Elgan Stamper | La Canada Flintridge, CA
Implant Placement

Once the appropriate treatment plan has been determined, the implants are placed by one of our surgeons, usually in our office. Depending on your needs and the doctor's recommendation for your comfort, the procedure can be performed under local anesthetic, a light sedation, or general anesthesia.
 
For the implants to bond properly to the bone, they must remain undisturbed for a period of several weeks to several months. During this time, the bone will remodel around the implants... read more

 

Dr. Stamper uses digital radiography, but many patients aren't exactly sure what it is and why it is beneficial to their dental health.  Digital radiography takes X-rays of your mouth using digital technology instead of photo technology.

 
Time Efficiency
 
In the past, X-ray machines would produce undeveloped slides or film of a patient's teeth and gums, meaning you would have to wait until the chemical processing of the X-ray was complete. This process could take at least 5 minutes or more if the... read more
 
Dental Implant 3 | Dr. Elgan Stamper | La Canada Flintridge, CA
Restoration
 
In the third phase of treatment, your dentist creates and fits the replacement teeth to the abutments. Your new teeth are designed after careful assessment of both the functional and cosmetic requirements. This process involves making impressions of your mouth, then adjusting the teeth durig the fabrication process until the replacement teeth are the proper size, shape, color and fit.

Dental Implant | Dentist | Dr. Elgan Stamper | La Canada Flintridge, CA
 

WHY SHOULD I REPLACE A MISSING TOOTH?
The healthiest thing to do when you lose a tooth is have it replaced. Otherwise, you risk problems with biting, chewing and speaking, headaches, muscle pain and an unattractive appearance.
 
WHAT ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS?
Dental implants serve as the base for many tooth-replacement options, including bridges, dentures and individual artificial teeth. Implants are surgically implanted in the jaw to provide a comfortable, secure fit and a natural look.
 
WHAT’S... read more
 
Tools | Dr. Elgan Stamper | La Canada Flintridge
 
Corrective Jaw Surgery
 
Orthognathic surgery is needed when the jaws don’t meet correctly and teeth don’t seem to fit with jaws. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics, and corrective jaw surgery repositions misaligned jaws. This not only improved facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly. 
 
Anesthesia and Pain Relief
 
For your comfort, surgery can be performed under local anesthesia, fully awake; under general anesthesia, fully asleep; or with light sedation... read more

 

Dental Implant 2 | Dr. Elgan Stamper | La Canada Flintridge, CA
Abutment Attachment


After the implant has bonded to the bone, a connection post (abutment) will be placed so that your dentist can fabricate your new replacement tooth. If a cap was placed on the implant after surgery, the cap is simply unscrewed and the abutment is placed.

 

If the implant was covered by gum tissue, the implant must be uncovered to attach a temporary cap. The gum tissue is allowed to heal for one to two weeks. At this time, impressions are taken of your teeth, implants and... read more

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