Dental Implants
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a long-term option for replacing missing teeth. They can be used to replace a single missing tooth, several missing teeth, or to provide support for a denture.
A dental implant is a small titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Once the implant has healed, it can support a dental restoration designed to restore the appearance and function of the missing tooth or teeth.
Dental Implant Treatment at Newmarket Dental Health
If you are considering dental implants, our dentists will first examine your teeth, gums, and overall oral health and take the necessary digital X-rays.
If dental implant treatment is appropriate for you, we will refer you to an oral surgeon for the surgical placement of the implant.
Once the implant has healed and your oral surgeon has confirmed that it is ready for restoration, you will return to Newmarket Dental Health for the final stage of treatment.
Dental Implant Restorations
Depending on your individual needs, an implant may be restored with a:
Implant Crown
An implant-supported crown can be used to replace a single missing tooth. The crown is designed to blend naturally with your surrounding teeth and is attached to the dental implant.
Implant Bridge
When several adjacent teeth are missing, dental implants can sometimes be used to support a bridge. An implant-supported bridge can provide a stable replacement for multiple missing teeth.
Implant-Supported Denture
For patients who are missing several or all of their teeth, dental implants may be used to provide additional support and stability for a removable denture. Implant-supported dentures can help reduce movement of the denture and improve comfort when eating and speaking.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Depending on your individual circumstances, dental implants may offer several benefits:
- Provide a stable replacement for missing teeth
- Look and feel more like natural teeth
- Help maintain the position of neighbouring teeth
- Provide additional stability for dentures
- Do not require neighbouring healthy teeth to be reduced for support, as may be necessary with a traditional bridge
- Can provide a long-lasting tooth replacement option with proper care
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Whether dental implants are appropriate for you depends on several factors, including your oral health, gum health, available bone, the location of the missing tooth or teeth, and your individual treatment needs.
Your dentist will perform a comprehensive examination and take the necessary digital X-rays to assess your situation. We will discuss the available treatment options with you and, when appropriate, refer you to an oral surgeon for an implant consultation.
The oral surgeon will assess whether you are suitable for implant surgery and will discuss the surgical portion of your treatment with you.
Completing Your Implant Restoration
Once the implant has healed and the surgical portion of your treatment has been completed, you will return to Newmarket Dental Health for the final restoration.
Depending on your treatment plan, our dentists can restore the implant with a crown, bridge, or denture. We will work with you to select a restoration that is appropriate for your dental needs, function, and aesthetic goals.
Our goal is to provide continuity of care throughout the process and to make the transition from implant surgery to the final restoration as smooth as possible.
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