A dental implant has become the golden standard for replacing missing teeth. A single implant is made up of a titanium screw that is inserted in your jaw, a crown, and a connector that attaches the crown to the screw. Implants give you the ability to talk, eat, and laugh freely.
We place a screw in your jaw that serves the same purpose as the roots of your natural teeth. During several months of osseointegration, the implant integrates with the bone, creating stability and permanence. Once all healing has occurred, your restorative dentist places the final restoration.
The duration of this process depends on the patient and the complexity of your case. Typically, implant placement can take up to 18 months. If your jaw requires bone grafting to bulk it up before implant placement, that will extend your treatment time.
If you have been missing a tooth for more than a month, it is likely you will need some bone grafting. At your consultation, we will evaluate the surgical site, discuss with you your unique needs, and advise accordingly. Bone grafting is a safe and simple procedure that over half of the implant patients require.
It’s not uncommon to take a day or two off for an implant.
No! We keep the surgical site numb throughout implant surgery. If you experience any mild discomfort as you recover, it can be easily managed with over-the-counter medications.
Our implants can last a lifetime if well cared for. Proper oral hygiene ensures implant health and longevity.
Dental implants are a safe and viable option for most patients. Even if you have been told that you have insufficient bone mass to support and implant tooth, bone grafting techniques to bulk up the bone are very successful. Schedule an appointment with us, and we’ll be able to give you a more accurate evaluation of your candidacy for dental implants.
Excellent question. At New Image Dentistry, we specialize in metal-free implants. Despite the fact that our implants are made of titanium, a highly biocompatible material that fuses with your jawbone, we offer metal-free implants as well. Find out more about our Zirconia (ceramic steel) implants here.
All-on-4 is a same-day procedure for those missing all their teeth. An alternative to traditional dentures, All-on-4 involves attaching a full arch prosthesis with four dental implants to the jaw in one surgery.
This depends on the dentures. We can occasionally convert existing dentures into implant dentures, but more often, we create a new prosthesis that can be fixed to implants.
Caring for your implant teeth is the same as caring for your natural teeth: brush twice and floss once daily. Make sure to keep up with your regular cleanings and checkups with your general dentist.
There’s a variety of factors that affect the cost of implant, including the number you’re having placed and your need for bone grafting. When you come in for a consultation, we’ll present you with all the costs upfront. And we make it our job to help you navigate our insurance benefits. We want to do all we can to make sure you get the care you deserve.
