Dental Implants Specialist

What options do I have for missing teeth?

Today’s dental technology provides you with several replacement options if you lose a tooth to injury or disease, including:

• Dental Implant: An artificial replacement tooth and root
• Bridge: An appliance with a fake tooth attached to the teeth beside it
• Partial or Implant-Supported Denture: A removable appliance

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are replacement teeth that consist of a screw-like titanium root, a crown, and a connector post to join the two. They replace a single tooth or multiple teeth and provide a preferable alternative to bridges or dentures for many people.

How does the dental implant process work?

Dental implant placement happens over the course of several appointments and weeks. You have your initial appointment to determine the course of treatment, the surgery, and the crown placement.

Consultation appointment

At your consultation, you discuss your health, your goals for your smile, and whether or not implants are a good option for you. Your dentist at Fairfax Corner Dental performs an oral exam and takes X-rays to determine the best course of treatment.

Surgery

During surgery, your dentist attaches the screw-like titanium root to your jawbone. He or she uses a predetermined method of sedation and anesthesia, so you don’t experience any discomfort.

After surgery, you need to allow the gums and jawbone to heal for several months before getting your crown. The root needs time to fuse to the jawbone to create a secure implant.

Crown placement

Your dentist at Fairfax Corner Dental takes measurements and imprints of your bite and determines the best color match so the lab can prepare your crown. Then, he or she attaches the crown to the abutment post to complete the implant.

What are the benefits of dental implants?

Dental implants restore your smile to its full function and appearance. They look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth and don’t require any additional care.

Implants are also permanent like your natural teeth. After installing an implant correctly, it shouldn’t need to be adjusted or reworked in your lifetime.

An implant is also beneficial for your dental health. It prevents jawbone deterioration, tooth shifting, and uneven pressure to surrounding teeth.

If you’re considering dental implants, let the experts at Fairfax Corner Dental restore your bite to its full capacity. Call the office or book an appointment online today.