1. You’re about to discover HOW and WHY a transformed smile can LITERALLY change your life! & What is the Cost of Dental Implants in Honolulu.

2. Have You Ever Wondered… What it would be like to Smile with Confidence at the people you love? What it would be like to Eat Your Favorite Food without pain or embarrassment? How it would Feel to Look 10 or 20 years younger?

3. Today You Will Learn The 5 Simple Steps to having a beautiful smile Benefits of dental implants Why partial dentures don’t work Why one size does not fit all How to reclaim your smile and get your life back

4. Common Patient Complaints The 2 most common complaints are… 1. Cannot eat the foods they love or need for healthy nutrition 2. For once in their lives they want to have a smile they will not be embarrassed about

5. Missing Teeth Affects what we eat every day and greatly affects our daily lives Socially and Emotionally No wonder missing teeth affect our lives so much. After all, we use our mouths for many things every single day: We eat, we talk and communicate, we sing, we laugh, we kiss, etc.

6. What Happens When We Lose Teeth? Bone loss is… Progressive 40 - 50% loss of ridge bone after only 6 months Irreversible Affects the way we look: Face collapse, wrinkles around the mouth Painful: muscle pain, jaw fracture Bone just keeps disappearing

7. Dentures and partials only give us 20 – 50% of natural tooth function Reduced function = an increase in soft, starchy food intake due to difficulty in biting and chewing Missing Teeth Cause Reduced Chewing Ability and Function

8. “People who keep their teeth live an average 10 YEARS LONGER than people who lose their teeth due to poor nutrition”. Charles Mayo, MD Co-Founder of the World Famous Mayo Clinics SO WHAT’S THE ANSWER?

9. Fortunately, today’s dentistry offers numerous options for the replacement of missing teeth However, only one option – DENTAL IMPLANTS has been determined to be “The Standard of Care” for tooth replacement by modern dentistry Options

10. Why Are Implants the Standard of Care? Of all the different options that exist today ONLY IMPLANTS: Stop the bone loss Stop tooth shifting Increase bite power Do not effect adjacent healthy teeth

11. Am I a Candidate? 80% are candidates for implants. Age is generally NOT a factor. Older adolescents + Reasonable Health Exceptions (not a candidate) HIV Pregnancy Uncontrolled Diabetes

12. Are Implants Expensive? What we all want to know…What do dental implants costs? Fees will depend on: What you need and want Severity of bone loss Choice of replacement teeth & number If lowest possible cost is the primary concern, implants may not be for you. Other options are available as we discussed earlier in the presentation. Payment plans are available to help you

13. What Do Dental Implants Cost In Honolulu, Hawaii? Cost of a single dental implant in Honolulu, Hawaii which includes both the implant surgery and the implant crown range from $3,800 - $4,800; some places charge up to $5,000 or more A Our dental implant fees are about $3,900, which is excellent and very affordable. B You never want to pay too much C Small body implants (mini implants) for small spaces like lower front teeth are about ½ the price: $1900 - $2100 per implant, including the crown. This is used mostly for special situations only. But can be a big savings if appropriate for you. D Small body (or mini implants) can also be used to hold a loose lower denture in place so it won’t pop up when you eat or speak. The cost of these implants are also ½ the price of regular body implants

14. What Is The Cost of: “All on 4” Dental Implants? This all on 4 dental implant system is also known as a hybrid bridge because all the teeth are supported by only 4 - 6 implants. It is very difficult to determine the cost, it depends on so many things such as: A Number of implants B Type of bridge C Quality or density of your jaw bone D Amount and height of your jaw bone E There is a huge range of costs F This is comparable to the cost of a new car. There is a huge range of new car prices and this is the same with implants, for a full single arch, upper or lower only G How often do you buy a new car? How often do you use your teeth to talk, to eat, to smile, to have confidence, to have self-esteem? You only need to do this once.

15. This is a complex subject. One size does not fit all. That is why we recommend an exam and a consultation to determine what is right for you. We will also customize a plan just for you. Implants are a great solution, but may not always be the ideal solution for you. There are many options and we will help you determine what is best for you. Only 4 free implant consultations are given out per month, reserve your appointment now! Call us at 206-7660 for a free consultation today.

16. 5 Simple Steps to a New Smile # 1 Appointment For Consultation # 2 Compile Records & Take X-Rays # 3 Create Your Personal Treatment Plan Discuss costs # 4 Implant Procedure # 5 Celebrate! Call for a free consultation now! 206-7660. Only 4 appointments available per month

17. And Finally… People with Dental Implants do tell us they feel better, look better and live better. It can be a life changing experience for them. They can once again talk, laugh and eat comfortably with family, friends and co-workers, and no longer feel hostage to their teeth. They all say the same thing: “I wish I had done this sooner!” Call now, 206-7660.