At Elite Dental, you can restore your smile's foundation with durable dental implants! Dr. Grace Lee and her team understand that missing teeth can impact both your oral health and your confidence. Dental implants offer a modern, durable solution, providing a foundation that closely mimics the function and aesthetics of natural teeth.
Understanding Dental Implants
Before the innovation of dental implants, traditional dentures and bridges were the primary options for replacing missing teeth. However, implants provide a more stable and long-lasting alternative.
A dental implant is a biocompatible artificial root, typically made of titanium or ceramic, that is surgically placed into the jawbone. This implant acts as a sturdy anchor for a replacement tooth, bridge, or even to secure dentures. Unlike dentures, which rest on the gums, implants fuse with the bone, providing exceptional stability and preventing bone loss.
Are Dental Implants Right for You?
While dental implants offer numerous benefits for patients facing tooth loss and widespread tooth damage, they may not be suitable for every patient. Periodontal health and adequate jaw bone density are required to successfully support dental implant placement. A consultation with our team at Elite Dental will determine if you're an ideal candidate for dental implants or if any preliminary procedures may be required before your implant procedure.
The Dental Implant Procedure
The dental implant process at Elite Dental typically involves several stages, starting with an initial consultation. Our experienced dentist will conduct a comprehensive examination, including X-rays or CT scans, to assess your bone structure and create a personalized treatment plan for placing your new teeth. When it's time to place your dental implants, we'll perform a minor surgical procedure, ensuring your comfort as we place the implant post into the jawbone.
A period of time will allow the implant to fuse with the jawbone in a process called osseointegration, ensuring a strong, ultra-stable foundation for your restoration. After osseointegration is complete, an abutment, a small connector post, is attached to the implant and your new restoration (a custom-made crown, denture or bridge), is attached to complete the restoration!
Caring for Your New Implants
Following the implant placement procedure, your dentist may prescribe over-the-counter pain medication to ease discomfort as you heal. We may also prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection. Maintaining the longevity of your dental implants will require proper oral hygiene habits. Implants look, feel and function just like your natural teeth, and should be treated like them, too. With proper care, your new implants can last a lifetime!
At Elite Dental, we are committed to providing exceptional dental implant services, helping you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile that lasts. Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lee and learn more about how dental implants can transform your smile and your life!
