Dental Implants to Restore Your Smile
If you're missing teeth, dental implants can be an ideal solution. They provide a long-term solution and are aesthetically and functionally equivalent to natural teeth.
A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium steel. It is inserted into the jawbone to replace the tooth's natural root. A tooth replacement, such as a dental crown, is permanently anchored to the metal implant.
Placing a dental implant can help prevent surrounding teeth from shifting, resolve bite issues or jaw joint pain, and help restore facial tissues and appearance.
This is the strongest, most comfortable solution to replace missing teeth and restore a healthy, confident smile.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Implant-supported dentures are a permanent tooth replacement option that combines dentures and dental implants. Unlike standard dentures which rest on your gums, implant-supported dentures are anchored by implants attached to your jawbone.
The Dental Implant Process
This dental process replaces one or more missing teeth. It has two separate steps, each completed in its own visit, meaning it will take at least two appointments.
During your initial visit, your dentist will surgically place the implant into your jawbone beneath the gum tissue. During the healing process, the implant bonds with the jawbone and your gums attach to it. This can take approximately three to six months.
Once the implant has fully healed, you will return for the second part of the dental implant process. At this appointment, we will attach a tooth replacement, such as a dental crown or bridge, restoring the look and function of your smile with a natural-looking artificial tooth.
Dental Implant FAQs
Here, you can read the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about dental implants at Kimberley Family Dental.