Replace One or Multiple Missing Teeth with the Dental Implant Procedure

During your first visit, Dr. Stucki will take digital photos, X-rays, and 3D scans of your jawbone to determine your eligibility for dental implants. Among many things, potential candidates for implantology must have sufficient jawbone to support a dental implant. However, you can still become eligible for implants even if you have lost your jawbone to gum disease, trauma, or tooth loss. Bone grafting techniques rebuild your jawbone to replenish lost height and width. 

Once your jawbone is ready, the next step is oral surgery. The dentist will anesthetize your gums and possibly use sedation dentistry to ensure a positive dental experience. Then, we’ll make a small hole in the jawbone and place a titanium post, which acts as an artificial root. Over the next few months, the biocompatible titanium fixture fuses with the jawbone to create a durable bond.

After this fusion, the dentist will attach a small metal connector (abutment) to your implant, which serves as the foundation of your replacement teeth. The final step is to attach a natural-looking crown to your implant. Your new tooth is secure and natural-looking, ensuring you smile, talk, and eat confidently. We love dental implants and are confident you’ll be thrilled with the results.

Dental implants are known as the “gold standard” of replacing teeth, and it’s for a good reason. They mimic your natural teeth in almost every way, from structural design and sensation to function. Although dental implants involve a high upfront cost, you won’t regret the investment. 

Here are reasons why dental implants are worth your time and money. 

• Near-perfect chewing and speaking ability
• Comfortable and stable restorations
• Sky high confidence everywhere you go
• Jawbone preservation in the areas placed
• Implants can last a lifetime with proper care
• The results are natural-looking
• Dental implants stabilize the remaining teeth to maintain optimal alignment
• They don’t need any special maintenance
• Versatility to replace one or multiple missing teeth