What are Dental Implants?
By definition, Dental Implants are titanium root fixtures placed in the jaw to restore the function of chewing and replace missing teeth with natural looking crowns. They are made of a titanium material that has been shown to be well tolerated by the body, strong and durable.

Who is a candidate for Dental Implants?
Many current denture and partial denture wearers are candidates for dental implants. The reasons for choosing dental implants for oral rehabilitation range from function to esthetics. Our patients come from all walks of life, and a wide range of ages. They include accident victims and longtime denture wearers.

How can I benefit from Dental Implants?
Almost anyone who has lost one or more natural teeth can benefit from implant procedures.

Dental implants can make it possible for people who can’t, or prefer not to wear conventional “appliances,” to enjoy the stability and security associated with natural teeth. Dental implants eliminate the uneasy feeling of wondering if a conventional denture or partial denture may loosen while speaking or eating.

No longer do partial denture wearers need to worry about unsightly clasps showing. Furthermore, adjoining teeth are relieved of the stress placed upon them by conventional appliances.

What is the procedure involved with the placement of dental implants?

The surgical procedure involved is a gentle, non-traumatic one that is carried out in two phases, with a third phase for the restoration or attachment of teeth.

Phase One
During the first phase the implants are placed into your jaw using a precision-designed drill technique. Your gums are then closed over the implants. Immediately after the surgery you will have the same sensation as having a tooth extracted. Several months will pass before the implant is ready for the next phase. During this time you will usually be able to wear your existing denture.

Phase Two
The second phase of the implant procedure involves reopening the gums over each implant and placing a temporary healing screw which will protrude through the gum tissue.

Phase Three
The third phase is the creation and fit of the replacement teeth in your mouth.