Dental Implant Placement
Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
Replace Missing Teeth From the Root Up
More Than a Replacement Tooth
Replace Missing Teeth
Dental implants provide a secure foundation for crowns, bridges, and implant-supported dentures, helping restore the appearance and function of your smile.
Support Jawbone Health
Because the implant replaces the root of a missing tooth, it can help maintain stimulation to the surrounding jawbone and reduce the effects of bone loss.
Built for Long-Term Function
With proper care and regular dental maintenance, dental implants can provide a durable solution for missing teeth.
How Dental Implant Placement Works
01
Consultation & Evaluation
We evaluate your oral health, jawbone, and treatment goals to determine if dental implants are right for you.
02
Treatment Planning
Imaging and careful treatment planning help us determine the ideal location and approach for your implant placement.
03
Implant Placement
A small implant post is surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as a stable replacement for the natural tooth root.
04
Healing & Restoration
As the implant integrates with the bone, your mouth heals and prepares for the final custom crown or restoration.
Could Dental Implants Be Right for You?
Dental implants may be an option if you are missing one or more teeth and want a stable alternative to traditional tooth replacement options.
Your oral surgeon will evaluate the condition of your gums, jawbone, existing teeth, and overall oral health before recommending treatment.
You may benefit from a dental implant consultation if you:
- Are missing one or more teeth
- Have a damaged or failing tooth that may need replacement
- Want a stable alternative to a removable replacement
- Want to restore the function of your smile
- Have experienced bone loss following tooth loss
- Want to explore a long-term tooth replacement solution
Specialized Care. Advanced Technology. Personalized Treatment.
Experienced
Oral Surgeons
Our board-certified oral surgeons have specialized training and experience to provide expert surgical care across a wide range of oral and maxillofacial procedures.
Advanced
Technology
We use modern technology and advanced treatment techniques to help diagnose conditions accurately, plan procedures carefully, and provide precise surgical care.
Personalized
Patient Care
Every patient is different. We take the time to understand your needs, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan tailored to your individual goals.
Frequently Asked Questions About
Dental Implant Placement
What happens during dental implant placement?
The implant is surgically placed into the jawbone, where it serves as a replacement for the natural tooth root. After the area heals and the implant integrates with the surrounding bone, a custom restoration can be attached.
Is dental implant placement painful?
Anesthesia and sedation options can help keep you comfortable during the procedure. Some soreness, swelling, or bruising may occur during the initial recovery period.
How long does it take for a dental implant to heal?
Healing times vary from patient to patient. The implant needs time to integrate with the surrounding bone before the final restoration can be placed. Your oral surgeon will provide a treatment timeline based on your individual case.
What if I don't have enough bone for an implant?
If there is not enough bone to adequately support an implant, a bone grafting procedure may be recommended before or as part of implant treatment.
How do I care for my dental implant?
Once your implant is restored, care for it with regular brushing, flossing, professional dental visits, and good overall oral hygiene. Following your surgeon's post-operative instructions during healing is also important.