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Dental Implants

Missing teeth can affect more than just your smile—they can make it harder to chew, speak clearly, and feel confident. Dental implants are a modern, long-lasting solution that look, feel, and function just like natural teeth, making them the gold standard for tooth replacement.

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WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE DENTAL IMPLANTS

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium post that is placed into the jawbone to act as a replacement root for a missing tooth. Once the implant has osseointegrated, (or “fused”) with the bone, a custom-made crown is attached on top, restoring your smile with a tooth that is strong, secure, and natural-looking. Implants can also be used to support bridges or dentures for patients missing multiple teeth.

Before and After Dental Implants

Cosmetic Case

Replacing Amalgam Fillings

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Why Replace Missing Teeth?

Leaving a gap in your smile can cause more than just cosmetic concerns. Missing teeth may lead to:

Shifting of surrounding teeth and bite changes
Bone loss in the jaw, which can affect adjacent teeth and change facial shape
Difficulty chewing or speaking clearly
Increased stress on remaining teeth

Replacing missing teeth with implants helps preserve your oral health, restore your confidence, and maintain the natural shape of your face.

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Who Is a Candidate for Implants?

Many patients can benefit from dental implants. Ideal candidates generally have:

One or more missing teeth
Healthy gums and good overall oral hygiene. If improvements are needed, our team can provide care and guidance to help you get ready for treatment.
Adequate bone support in the jaw (or are eligible for bone grafting if needed)
No uncontrolled medical conditions that could affect healing

If you’re unsure whether implants are right for you, our team will perform a thorough evaluation and discuss your options.

ABOUT DENTAL IMPLANTS

The Dental Implant Process

Consultation & Planning

We take 3D imaging and intraoral scans, using cutting edge technology, to design a personalized treatment plan.

Extraction and Bone Grafting

If a damaged tooth is still present, it will be gently extracted and a bone graft will be placed to strengthen the jaw and create a stable foundation for future implant.

Implant Placement

A titanium post is surgically and gently placed into the jawbone, where it will act as the new tooth root.. Most patients experience only minor discomfort afterward, similar to having a tooth extracted.

Healing & Integration

Over the next few months, the implant naturally fuses with the bone in a process called osseointegration. While your implant heals, you may receive a temporary crown or denture for function and appearance.

Restoration

Once healed, a custom crown, bridge, or denture is securely attached to the implant(s), completing your smile.

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Caring for Dental Implants

Dental implants are designed to last for many years, but just like natural teeth, they require proper care. To keep them healthy:

Brush and floss daily to prevent gum disease around the implant
Visit your dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings
Avoid smoking, which can interfere with healing and long-term success

With the right care, dental implants can provide a permanent, reliable solution for missing teeth for a lifetime.

THE CROWN ADVANTAGE

Benefits of Guided Dental Implants

Precision & Predictability

Your implant is placed in the ideal location, minimizing risks and ensuring a natural-looking result.

Customized Care

Each surgery is tailored to your unique anatomy and smile goals.

Minimally Invasive

Guided surgery often results in smaller incisions, less discomfort, and faster healing.

Confidence & Safety

With advanced planning, we avoid sensitive structures like nerves and sinuses, providing safer treatment.

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Our Cutting-Edge Technology

At our practice, we combine multiple state-of-the-art tools to deliver world-class implant care:

CBCT (Cone Beam CT Scan) – Creates a 3D image of your jaw, allowing us to evaluate bone quality and vital structures.

Intraoral Scanning – A comfortable, digital alternative to messy impressions that captures precise details of your teeth and gums.

Advanced Planning Software – We digitally plan your implant surgery in advance, optimizing position, angle, and depth.

3D Printing – Customized surgical guides are created for each patient, ensuring exact placement during your procedure.

ABOUT CEREC

What is CEREC®?

CEREC®, or Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic, is a revolutionary new process by which tooth restorations are performed. This cutting-edge method utilizes a computer assisted design (or CAD) system and computer aided manufacturing (CAM) to create beautiful dental restorations for patients in a single visit. With CEREC® and E4D technology, patients no longer experience a lengthy waiting period between preparation and placement of the finished product. The process is highly economical, saving both time and money. Metal-free, tooth-colored crowns, veneers, and other restorations are custom-crafted and placed during just one visit.