Dental implants are not just a restorative treatment but it also provides a cosmetic boost that will bring back your smile and confidence. Any dental treatment will be protecting your dental health but only dental teams experienced in cosmetic dentistry can also give you the smile of your dreams at the same time.
Here at Peter Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we specialize in restorative and cosmetic dentistry to strengthen and repair your oral health while providing long-lasting improvement according to your smile goals and needs.
SECURITY AND STABILITY
Tooth loss can affect your quality of life in many ways: impacting your ability to chew your food and making you too self-conscious to smile or talk confidently. Luckily, with dental implants, you can restore tooth function and have a beautiful, healthy smile.
Dental implants are an optimal solution for patients with healthy gums, enough bone density, and overall good oral health to support the implant. Unlike other tooth replacement options, permanent false teeth don’t slip or click when you eat, laugh, or talk. You will never have to worry about the dental crown coming out or sliding around in your mouth.
This is because the implant works as a root to help support a healthy bite and keep your jawbone stimulated so that your facial structure stays strong and intact.
At Peter Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we provide comprehensive care and personalized solutions coupled with an expert diagnosis and custom treatment plans from our talented dental team to meet the individualized needs and goals of each patient.
With our types of dental implants, you receive permanent replacement teeth or a set of teeth that function just like your natural teeth to completely rejuvenate your smile, boost your confidence and improve your overall oral health!
What Are Dental Implants?
An implant is a small post, usually made of titanium that serves as a substitute for the tooth’s root. It is secured into the jaw, and a connector, known as an abutment, is placed on top of the implant, which connects it to the crown (replacement tooth). The crown is custom-made to match your natural teeth, giving you the most natural-looking and natural-feeling smile.
Due to the sturdy material the implant is made of, this will create a permanent and strong replacement for your root and provide constant stimulation to the jawbone. This will protect your bite, alignment, and reduce facial wrinkles.
What Are The Different Types Of Dental Implants?
There are two types of implants:
- Endosteal implant: This is the most commonly used type of implant to replace your teeth. Endosteal implants include bladed types, cylinder types (smooth), or screw types (threaded). Since endosteal implants are inserted into the jawbone, you must have sufficient jawbone health and density.
- Subperiosteal implant: This type of implant is rarely used today. Subperiosteal implants may be used in patients with insufficient healthy bone in the jaw. When subperiosteal implants are used, they are placed underneath the gums but above the jawbone.
What To Expect From an Implant Procedure
First, you will have a consultation with the dentist and they will go over your bone density, your oral health, and what your smile goals are to determine if a dental implant is right for you. An implant procedure is usually an outpatient surgery performed in stages, with healing time between procedures. The process of placing a dental implant involves multiple steps, including:
- Teeth extraction (if necessary) | If you still have a remaining tooth that needs to be replaced, our dentist will remove it before the dental work is performed. You can have this done at the same time as the implant insertion
Since implants are most commonly used as a treatment for a missing tooth this is not typically necessary but is a simple addition if needed.
- Insert screws (surgical procedure) | During surgery, a titanium post is inserted into the socket of your missing tooth. As your bone and tissue heals, the implant fuses with your jawbone, anchoring it into your jaw. This process can take around two or three months.
- Place abutments | Once your implant successfully bonds to your jawbone, our dental team will insert an abutment. This allows for a dental accessory to be placed on top.
- Place permanent false teeth on abutments | We will design and fabricate a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and functions just like your natural teeth. Our dentist will then attach the crown to the abutment, and your dental implant is complete.
- Follow-up appointment | It is important to schedule an appointment after the implant process has been completed to make sure that the healing and placement is to your liking. This will also ensure that the dental accessory has not been worn down and that you are taking proper care of the site.
This process will take several appointments, and much of that time is devoted to healing and waiting for the growth of new bone in your jaw to make sure you are leaving with a long-lasting smile that you are happy and confident with.
How Long Do Implants Last?
Typically, full-mouth dental implants can last for 10–20 years. To extend your implant’s lifespan, be sure to maintain excellent oral hygiene through regular brushing, flossing, mouthwash, and going for dental checkups twice a year. During your checkups, the dentist will be able to give you updates on your implant and advise how to make it last longer depending on your lifestyle.
Throughout the years the dentist will be able to give you more specific instructions based on the patterns they are seeing. Even though you have a new tooth and a strong foundation, it is important to take proper care of it and receive dental advice.
How Much Do Full Dental Implants Cost?
While the cost of full dental implants varies, it is increasingly more common now to see implant coverage with your dental insurance. At Peter Family & Cosmetic Dentistry we will thoroughly examine your mouth and provide you with a customized treatment plan for dental implant options.
During your consultation, we will be able to provide you with a more realistic quote of the treatment since there are many factors that go into the overall cost.
Schedule an Appointment Today!
If you are considering permanent replacement teeth, you need to see an experienced implant dental team. At Peter Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we use the latest techniques and technologies to achieve outstanding results and provide you with a natural-looking smile.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment and get back your confidence and achieve your smile goals while protecting your oral health.