Planning for implant success is critical. We like to evaluate what type of implant would be best for the current situation before an implant is place to provide a compatible restoration. A dental specialist is the recommended for the surgical placement of the implant. After it is determined that the implant has healed, the specialist will direct you to return to our office for the restoration.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that provide a permanent base for fixed, replacement teeth. Compared to dentures, bridges and crowns, dental implants are a popular and effective long-term solution for people who suffer from missing teeth, failing teeth or chronic dental problems. Because they fit, feel and function like natural teeth, dental implants are quickly becoming the new standard in tooth replacement.
What makes dental implants feel completely comfortable and secure? The specialist uses a medical-grade titanium implant that over time fuses to the living bone cells in the jaw. This forms a strong and durable anchor for your new teeth, meaning there’s no slippage or other movement (which can happen with dentures. There are also no problems eating with dental implants, no need to repair them regularly and no more worrying about smiling freely and openly.
You can use dental implants to replace a single tooth, multiple teeth or a full upper and/or lower set of teeth. If you need to restore a full set of teeth, you may be perfect candidate for the all-on-four treatment. This is where we use four to six implants and then attach a full arch of teeth, giving the procedure it name (all teeth, only four implants).