Dental Implants
The gold standard of tooth replacement
Dental implants offer patients with missing teeth a new path forward. Instead of dealing with bridges or dentures, you can replace a missing tooth from the root up. Implants anchor restorations to the jaw, where the implant material integrates with the bone. This means unparalleled stability and natural feel and function.
Small Implant, Big Benefits
Implants function unlike any other restoration. They form a direct connection with the jaw bone through osseointegration. This offers patients the following benefits:
- Restores chewing ability
- Helps prevent the jawbone from shrinking due to bone loss
- Preserves the health of the surrounding gum and bone tissue
- Improves quality of life and confidence
- Can be paired with a range of restorations – a single crown for a single implant, or a full set of dentures for a jaw of missing teeth
How Implants Work
You can expect the following steps in your implant process:
- Consultation – Meet with Dr. Patel and discuss your restorative treatment plan. She will take diagnostic imaging to determine whether you have adequate bone density for implant placement. This is necessary so that the implant will properly integrate with your jaw bone.
- Implant placement – Implants are placed in your jaw at key locations. They are then given time to heal before Dr. Patel incorporates crowns or dentures.
- Restoration placement – Once your implants have integrated with the bone, Dr. Patel places the appropriate restorations so that your teeth are fully restored.
- Life with your new smile – You’ll be able to return to life with a new approach – smiling with confidence, chewing with ease, and feeling capable.
Am I a candidate for dental implants?
You will need adequate bone tissue in the treatment area for implants to be a success. There are also options like a bone graft to prepare the area. Schedule a consultation to learn whether implants are the right restorative option and get answers to your questions.