Dental Implants

What are Dental Implants?

Dental Implants are basically "replacement teeth " that look, feel and function just like natural teeth.

When you lose a natural tooth, from injury or decay, you are left with a gap. Dental implants can be your doorway to renewed self confidence and comfort.

This concept for oral rehabilitation was developed more than 35 years ago by a Swedish scientist and Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Per-Ingvar Branemark. As this method can restore your chewing function and create a feeling of having recovered a lost natural tooth("getting your own teeth back") , it is no surprise that millions of patients worldwide are seeking this treatment over conventional methods (partial dentures and bridges).

Treatment Steps:

The first step is to replace the missing tooth root by placing a titanium implant. This provides a solid foundation. The implant remains covered underneath the gum for approx. 3 to 6 months. New techniques with NobelActive implants now allow us to place and load implants immediately in certain situations. This is an exciting and beautiful way to restore many difficult situations.

The second step involves building onto the implant with attachments and your new crown of bridge. This step can be completed without any anesthetic required and is very much appreciated by patients.