
Jasmine Sung, DDS, DDS
Houston SW Dental Implant Center
Houston, TX 77036
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About Jasmine Sung, DDS
After completing her undergraduate studies at Wellesley College and receiving her D.D.S. from Baylor College of Dentistry, Dr. Jasmine Sung joined her father’s practice in 2007. Following her father’s footsteps, she has developed a keen interest in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and orthodontics.
Since graduation, she has actively pursued excellence in her profession, gaining a Postgraduate Certificate in Implantology with Warwick University in England and completing a year-long surgical training program with Dr. Hilt Tatum, one of the pioneers of dental implant surgery, at the Tatum Institute in Birmingham, England.
She has also taken coursework with Pankey Institute on Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry and Occlusion. Within 10 years, she has achieved many credentialing awards in General and Implant dentistry. With more than 1500 hours of continuing education, she strongly believes in keeping up to date to provide what is best for the patient.
Credentials
Education
Wellesley College Baylor College of DentistryAssociations
ICOI Diplomate Master Fellow AAID Associate Fellow AGD Master Fellow ADAAwards
Tatum Institute in Birmingham EnglandPankey Institute on Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry and OcclusionConnect with Dr. Sung
Website: http://www.drsungimplants.com/Dental Implant Procedures by Dr Sung
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a root-form titanium screw that is surgically placed in the jaw to create an anchor for teeth to be built upon. Dental implants are considered the best way to replace missing teeth.

Single Posterior Implant
The majority of dental implants involve the replacement of a back tooth. Referred to as a single posterior implant, this procedure is typically less complex and less costly than many people expect.

Front Tooth Implant
Dental implants are an excellent option for replacing a missing front tooth in most cases. Front tooth implants are not as common as dental implants replacing missing molars or back teeth.

Same Day Implants
With same day or immediate load implants, you can potentially receive both your implant surgery and your new teeth on the same day. However, there can be more associated risks and complications.

Full Mouth Implants
Missing most or all of your teeth due to damage, periodontal disease, or tooth decay? Full mouth dental implants, which your dentist may call full mouth restoration or reconstruction, can be a great option.

Tooth Extractions
Sometimes referred to as “having a tooth pulled,” a tooth extraction is a very common oral surgical procedure in which a natural tooth is removed from the jaw. An implant may be placed after adequate healing time.

Bone Grafting
After teeth are extracted, bone can atrophy or shrink to the point that bone grafting is required. Bone grafting builds up bone foundations for sufficient implant stability and strength.

Sinus Lift
Sometimes referred to as a sinus graft, this bone grafting procedure inserts bone into the maxillary sinus cavity. The goal is to grow enough bone to support dental implants in the posterior maxillae.

Ridge Augmentation
Ridge augmentation is a specific type of bone graft surgery which may be required prior to placement of dental implants. Commonly done after tooth extractions, this procedure prevents ridge atrophy or shrinkage.

Ridge Expansion
This is a type of bone grafting procedure where the bone is expanded or widened enough to support dental implants. This bone grafting procedure corrects jaw bone atrophy and shrinkage.

Socket Preservation
Socket preservations are simple bone grafting procedures done in conjunction with tooth extractions. The goal of socket preservation is to preserve bone for a future dental implant to be placed.

Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a cap or cover that protects the tooth and restores it to mimic natural shape, size, and function. Crowns are make of zirconia or porcelain and can be either cemented or screw-retained.

Screw Retained Crowns
A screw-retained implant crown is a single-tooth fixed restoration that is secured to a dental implant by means of a screw. Screw retained crowns are popular due to the proven long-term success they deliver.

Cemented Crowns
A cemented crown is a dental crown that is secured to a dental implant using a luting agent similar to dental crowns cemented onto natural teeth. Cemented crowns are beautiful, functional, and extremely durable.

Dental Bridges
An implant bridge or dental bridge is a permanent option that replaces multiple missing teeth. It literally bridges areas that are missing one or more teeth and fill in larger spaces with natural looking crowns.

Dentures
Often made of plastic, acrylic or hard resin, dentures are outdated replacements for missing teeth that must be removed daily for cleaning. Patients typically dislike dentures and have difficulty chewing with them.

Overdentures
Overdentures help solve many of the problems associated with wearing regular false teeth. Dental implants can anchor over dentures in place so they don’t move around when chewing, smiling, or talking.

Partial Dentures
Partial removable dentures, sometimes referred to as "partials," are removable dental appliances that replace one or more missing teeth. The replacement teeth are attached to a gum-colored acrylic base.

I was recommended to Dr. Sung by a friend and was glad to see that they were covered by my insurance. Whenever I have dental work done, Dr. Jasmine always shows me the cavity and patiently explains everything she's about to do. The rest of the staff are also always so friendly and helpful.