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Missing a tooth? Replace it with an implant!
Single-tooth dental implants are permanent fixtures rooted in the jawbone. These implants act as long-term treatments for tooth loss. How does this work?! The oral surgeon placed a surgical grade titanium screw, the implant, into the bone where the missing tooth used to be at. A small titanium head, the abutment, is then attached to the top of the implant to act as a “saddle” for a custom made fixture, the crown, that mimics the appearance and function of the patient’s teeth. Crowns look and feel natural and do not affect a patient’s ability to speak or eat.
Considering a dental implant? Find out if you are eligible.
What the process looks like
What to Expect: Pre-Op
After you and your dentist discuss your options, you’ll set a date for the implant to be placed, and your dentist will likely give you a few pre-operative instructions. Common instructions include rinsing your mouth with an anti-bacterial mouthwash, and a round of antibiotics, as well as securing a ride to and from the appointment if you plan on having IV sedation or taking an oral sedative. A hearty breakfast on the day of implant is also a plus! (Unless you are opting for IV sedation in which case, no food should be consumed after midnight the night before the procedure). The amount of time required for this procedure depends on a few factors, including the number of teeth needing to be implanted, if tooth extraction needs to occur, and your overall dental health.
What to Expect: The Day of the Procedure
The day of your surgical odyssey dawns with palpable excitement, and we’re committed to ensuring a serene, anxiety-free experience. Prior to surgery, meticulous preparations are made by our team, taking digital scans of your present dentition, bite, and the relation to your face. Your surgery, tailored to your unique needs, may span up to four hours, contingent upon the intricacies of your treatment plan. With surgical precision, implants are deftly nestled into your jawbone, fostering a symbiotic union with the bone tissue and bolstering the surrounding framework. These implants might be crowned with preliminary restorations, endowing you with the aesthetics, sensation, and functionality akin to natural teeth. Post-surgery, you may experience transient discomfort and swelling around the implant sites, for which our seasoned dentist will furnish comprehensive care directives.
What to Expect: The Second Phase
The second phase is not nearly as in-depth as the first phase. Most of the time a small appliance is placed on the implant and then scanned for the lab to fabricate the final crown that resembles your teeth’s shape and shade. Sometimes a small incision, under anesthesia, is needed to expose the implant and then be able to scan. The final step in the implant process is placing the newly created crown.
What to Expect: Post-Op
After the initial procedure, it is important to keep up with all post-operative instructions to avoid infection. Bruising and gum swelling are rare and any discomfort can usually be treated with Ibuprofen. Most patients are fine to return to work the day following the procedure. Keep note, that just like with natural teeth, implanted teeth need to be checked and maintained regularly through daily brushing and flossing routine as well as routine check-ups with a dentist.
What’s Included in the
Dental Implant Costs?
Initial Consultation
Comprehensive assessment of your dental and craniofacial landscape. Diagnostic imaging, facilitated by our cutting-edge scanner unveils a photo-realistic 3D digital rendition of your visage, fostering the creation of meticulously customized dental prostheses.
Surgery
Placement of dental implants and the fitting of interim teeth. While these interim restorations aren’t your final implants, they bestow upon you a resplendent set of fixed, functional teeth as you bid adieu to our sanctuary.
Follow-Up Appointment
After 3 to 6 months, fresh impressions of your oral cavity are gleaned, paving the path for the fabrication of a final, robust set of teeth, meticulously tailored to ensure an impeccable fit and enduring durability.
Specialist Care
Dental implants, nestled within the realm of restorative dentistry, warrant specialized care in the domain of implantology.
General Sedation
Selective administration of dental sedation during the implant procedure offers respite to apprehensive patients, ushering them into a serene slumber throughout the surgical odyssey. However, this premium service constitutes a supplementary expense. While local sedation suffices for most patients, those grappling with anxiety during the procedure may find solace in adjunctive sedation measures.
Bone Grafts
Patients grappling with substantial bone loss may necessitate adjunctive bone grafts, precipitating additional costs and procedural intricacies. These grafts might need an additional surgical episode preceding implant placement.
Material
The choice of material for the crown exerts a profound influence on the treatment cost.
Teeth Location
The anatomical location of the teeth slated for replacement plays a pivotal role in dictating the treatment cost. Front teeth, owing to their prominence and aesthetic exigencies, demand heightened precision and finesse, thereby exerting upward pressure on the treatment expenses.
