Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures.  Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances. 

What are Implants

The implants themselves are tiny titanium posts that are placed into the jawbone where teeth are missing.  The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth.   The teeth attached to implants are very natural looking and often enhance a patient’s smile!

Dental implants are very strong, stable, and durable and will last many years, but on occasion, they will have to be re-tightened or replaced due to normal wear.

Reasons for Dental Implants

• Replace one or more missing teeth without affecting adjacent teeth.
• Resolve joint pain or bite problems caused by teeth shifting into missing tooth space.
• Restore a patient’s confident smile.
• Restore chewing, speech, and digestion.
• Restore or enhance facial tissues.
• Support a bridge or denture, making them more secure and comfortable.

What Does Getting Dental Implants Involve?

The process of getting implants requires a number of visits over several months.

X-rays and impressions (molds) are taken of the jaw and teeth to determine bone, gum tissue, and spacing available for an implant.  While the area is numb, the implant will be surgically placed into the bone.  It is allowed to heal and integrate itself into the bone for up to six months.  

After the healing period, the permanent crown is securely attached to the implant, providing excellent stability and comfort to the patient.