Implants
The preferred method of tooth replacement is dental implant treatment. Implants look, feel and function like natural teeth.
They allow you to eat, talk and laugh with confidence. Made from titanium, living bone will bond permanently to you implant.
Candidacy requires:
- Good general health
- A healthy jaw bone
- Good oral habits so that the possibility of post-surgical complications is reduced
Procedure
Step One
A careful assessment is made of the jawbone and missing teeth using x-rays to determine your candidacy for implants.
Step Two
A minor operation is performed with anesthetic, to place the implant into the jawbone. A healing period of between 6-12 weeks is generally required. The implant will then function like a natural tooth root.
Step Three
A titanium abutment is screwed into each implant and impressions are taken for the final replacement teeth.
Step Four
The completed teeth are connected to the abutments and you begin to care for them as if they were your natural teeth.
Implants can be used for:
