Dental Implants

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Dental implants are metal posts surgically positioned into the bone beneath your gums to provide stable support for artificial teeth. Some people who have lost bone where a tooth used to be can still get implants, but first, the bone must be augmented with a bone graft. Dentures and bridges mounted to dental implants won’t slip or shift in your mouth, making you feel more comfortable and confident about eating and speaking. After receiving implants, regular follow-up visits are essential.

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Step by Step

What to Expect

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Extraction and Bone Graft

Approx. 2 hours, performed immediately. A bone graft is performed to support the healing process and prepare the site for future implant placement.

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Follow-Up

Approx. 15 minutes, 3–4 months post-extraction. A 3D Cone Beam Scan is conducted to assess healing progress. The doctor will determine the appropriate time for implant placement.

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Implant Placement

Approx. 2 hours, following your follow-up visit. A titanium post is surgically inserted into the bone to serve as a foundation for the new tooth. If the implant replaces an upper back tooth, a sinus lift may be needed to add bone beneath the sinus.

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Impression for Implant Crown and Abutment

Approx. 1 hour, 3–4 months post-implant placement. Impressions (digital and physical) are taken to fabricate the custom abutment and porcelain crown. The abutment connects the implant to the crown, which is designed to match the natural appearance of your teeth.

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Permanent Delivery of Abutment and Crown

Approx. 40 minutes, 5 weeks post-impression. The custom abutment and crown are permanently attached to the implant, completing the restoration process.

About Dental Implants

We understand the importance of a healthy, confident smile. Our dental implant services offer a long-term solution for replacing damaged or missing teeth, providing you with the stability, functionality, and aesthetics you deserve. Learn more about how dental implants can transform your oral health and overall quality of life.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are metal posts surgically placed into the bone, acting as sturdy anchors for artificial teeth. This innovative solution mimics the natural function and appearance of real teeth, ensuring your new smile is both beautiful and functional.

Why Choose Dental Implants?

Restored Functionality: Improve your speech, chewing, and bite alignment with dental implants that work just like natural teeth.
Improved Appearance: Achieve a natural-looking smile with customized porcelain crowns that blend seamlessly with your existing teeth.
Long-Lasting Results: With proper care and regular checkups, dental implants can last for many years.

Implant Treatment Process

Consultation and Diagnostic Evaluation

X-rays, CT scan, and notes are gathered during the consultation.

Treatment Planning

After the doctor reviews the information, we will present procedures and timelines associated with your specific case.

Surgical Phase

Different surgical procedures may include extraction, bone grafting, initial implant placement, or implant replacement.

Healing Phase

During this time, you will have a few short visits to our office to ensure you are healing properly.
The implants are bonding with the bone for up to 6 months following the surgery.

Restorative Phase

Once the dentist determines you have sufficiently healed, an impression will be taken of the site to begin fabrication of the implant crown and abutment at an offsite dental laboratory. We will deliver your permanent implant crown about 4–6 weeks later.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Natural Look and Feel: Implants look, feel, and function like your natural teeth.
Long-Term Solution: Unlike dentures and bridges, implants offer a stable, long-lasting replacement.
Enhanced Oral Health: Prevent bone loss, maintain jaw structure, and preserve surrounding teeth.
Boosted Confidence: Enjoy eating, speaking, and smiling with confidence, knowing your implants won’t slip or shift.

Early Implant Placement: The Key to Success

Acting promptly to replace missing teeth is essential for:

Preserving Natural Tooth Alignment: Prevent shifting and misalignment.
Preventing Bone Loss: Maintain your bone’s strength and structure.
Optimal Aesthetics and Function: Ensure your implants integrate seamlessly for a natural look.
Enhanced Oral Hygiene: Close gaps that can trap debris and bacteria.

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We are committed to providing you with high-quality, personalized implant care. Our skilled team ensures a comfortable and successful treatment process, tailored to your unique needs.

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Implant Care and Maintenance

For the best long-term outcome, it is important to have a healthy oral environment and reduced stress on the implant. As with any teeth, grinding habits, poor oral hygiene, and malocclusion (uneven bite) can cause loosening of the implant.

We Recommend

Diligent home oral hygiene care.
Regular professional dental cleanings with our hygienists every 6 months, or more often.
Periodic examinations with a dentist to check occlusion stability and overall oral health, typically every 6 months along with the cleaning appointment.
Checkup X-rays yearly to monitor implant and bone health.
A nighttime occlusal guard (also called a night guard, bite guard, or bite splint) to prevent grinding or clenching, which could potentially damage your implants over time.

Why Always There

Why Choose Always There Dental Care

From extraction and bone grafting to your final porcelain crown, our team plans and completes your implant in one office.

One Team, Start to Finish

Grafting, implant placement, and your custom restoration are all planned and managed by our doctors.

Imaging That Guides Each Step

A 3D Cone Beam Scan checks your healing and helps your doctor choose the right time to place the implant.

A Crown Made to Match

Digital and physical impressions are used to craft a custom abutment and porcelain crown that blend with your natural teeth.

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Who Is a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

Most adults who are missing teeth can get implants. We’ll confirm with imaging at your consultation, but you may be a good candidate if these sound like you.

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You’re missing one or more teeth, or have a tooth that can’t be saved.
Your gums are healthy, or any gum disease has been treated first.
You have enough bone to anchor an implant, or you’re open to bone grafting.
You’re in good general health. Conditions like uncontrolled diabetes can slow healing.
You don’t smoke, or you’re willing to stop while the implant heals.
You’re ready to care for it with daily brushing, flossing, and regular checkups.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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How Long Does It Take to Recover from Dental Implant Surgery?

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Initial healing typically takes about one to two weeks, while the bone fully fuses with the implant over several months before the final restoration is placed. Regular follow-up visits help us monitor healing along the way.

What Are the Alternatives to Dental Implants?

1. Partial and full dentures: Partial and full dentures can be used to replace single or multiple missing teeth. Partial dentures have metal clasps that snap onto the adjacent teeth. Dentures are used when all teeth (upper, lower, or both) have been lost. All dentures are removable.

2. Bridge: A bridge helps fill the gap in the mouth where a tooth is missing. The teeth adjacent to this space are filed down to accommodate crowns. A false tooth is attached to these two new crowns and “bridges” the gap.

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a treatment for patients with missing teeth. It works as a root for replacement teeth. The implant body is made from titanium that “fuses” with the bone. The implant is considered a long-term replacement. The replacement teeth are connected to the implant so they are anchored in place. They are as close to natural teeth as you can get; they look, feel, and perform similarly to your natural teeth.

Why Are Dental Implants a Good Solution for Replacing Missing Teeth?

Bone grows and bonds to the implant surface, so the implant acts like a natural tooth.

Implant-supported restorations look and feel natural; there is no visible difference.

Implants transmit chewing forces to the bone, which helps maintain and preserve bone and facial structure. If tooth roots are missing, these forces cease, and the bone may slowly recede and cause shifting teeth and facial shape changes.