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Dental Implants
The Dental Implant Treatment Process
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Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants present numerous benefits over other methods of teeth replacement, meaning they’re often the solution our oral surgeons recommend for their patients. Dental implants:
- Last longer and have higher success rates than bridges, crowns, and dentures.
- Preserve bone in the jaw through stimulation, meaning that patients won’t lose their distinctive facial profile.
- Don’t harm existing teeth to replace any missing teeth
- Are more cost-efficient than dentures, as you only need to pay for one procedure.
- Can be perfectly matched to the patient’s existing teeth for a seamless smile.
- Allow the patient to bite and chew like they normally would, which may not be possible with tooth-supported bridges or crowns.
Dental Implant Process
Initial Evaluation
You will first visit our doctors for an initial consultation where they will perform a full evaluation, take needed images, evaluate your candidacy, and determine your treatment plan.
Oral Preparation
If you require any pre-surgeries or tooth extractions prior to the placement of your dental implants, our doctors will include these in your treatment plan and explain to you how the procedures will affect your recovery timeline.
Implant Placement
Once your mouth has been prepared to receive dental implants, our doctors will create small incisions into the gum line and surgically place each implant into the jawbone.
Osseointegration
After your implants have been placed, your mouth will need to heal for 4-6 months. During this time, your jawbone will permanently fuse to the dental implants, making them a permanent fixture in your mouth.
Restoration Placement
Once your dental implants have completely fused to your jawbone, your restorative dentist will place your permanent prosthetic crowns and your restoration will be complete!
Recovery Instructions
The recovery process for dental implants is minimal because the gums heal relatively quickly. The implants will take a few months to be secured to the bone. At this point, you’ll return for a follow up visit, where our doctors will open the gums one last time to place an abutment. Then, the replacement crown or bridge can be attached without any more invasive procedures.
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