Dr. Jeffrey F. Yelle, DDS

Dr. Jeffrey Yelle received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and has continued his education throughout his dental career. He is board-certified with the American Board of Integrative Medicine and Dentistry and the American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board. He is also a member of the following organizations:

• International Association of Biological Dental Medicine (IABDM)
• International Association of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT)
• Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders Discipline (ACSDD)

Dr. Yelle has received extensive additional training in the following subjects:

• SMART Mercury Amalgam Removal Technique – IAOMT
• PROTECT Protocol for safe mercury removal – IABDM
• LANAP® and LAPIP™ laser dentistry for periodontal disease and peri-implantitis
• Implant dentistry, aesthetic dentistry, and dental rehabilitation
• Airway-centered dentistry and sleep dentistry
• Identification and treatment of cranial facial deficiencies

As a dentist, Dr. Yelle’s goal is to educate his patients in the root cause of their dental issues and identify the most minimally invasive way to restore health and balance.

Dental Implant Placement:

The first stage of your implant treatment is the dental implant placement. This involves the surgical placement of the implant post into your jawbone. The implant post is a small screw, usually made of titanium or another biocompatible material, which works to replace your tooth root. Once placed, it will function just like your original tooth root to stimulate your supporting jawbone and provide a stable foundation for your teeth and implant restoration. We will provide detailed post-op instructions to help you heal following this procedure.

A period of healing will follow your implant placement procedure. During this healing period, the implant post will integrate with your jawbone to ensure a stable, long-term result for your treatment. This process is known as “osseointegration.” Our dentist will be able to work with you to create and place your implant restoration following this healing period.

If you have lost supporting bone tissue prior to receiving an implant, you may need a bone grafting treatment before you can have an implant placed. Likewise, any pre-existing conditions, such as tooth decay or gum disease, will need to be treated before you can receive an implant.