When patients lose a tooth or teeth due to trauma or dental disease, a dental implant is an ideal option for patients with good oral health. Implants look and feel like your own teeth and can last many years if properly placed and maintained. Dental implants aid in replacing a single tooth, several teeth or even all your teeth. The implant itself is constructed of titanium and looks like a cylinder, creating an artificial root. The titanium root then supports an anchor for a crown. After the implant is placed into the jaw, healing takes approximately six months, while the bone and titanium "osseointegrate." After fully integrating, the implant is ready for the replacement crown.

Replacing several or all of your teeth is also possible with implant-supported full bridges or implant-supported dentures. Patients are able to preserve their natural bite with implants and achieve more comfort and stability than with conventional dentures.

Proper oral hygiene is especially important when a patient receives a dental implant. Patients are advised to visit us at least twice a year to ensure the health of their teeth and implants. Dental implants can last for many years when given proper care.