North Bend, WA
Dental Implants
What is a Dental Implant?
Dental implants are small, screw-shaped titanium posts that we surgically insert into the jawbone to replace missing tooth roots. Attached to them are connectors called abutments that hold your replacement teeth in place. Dental implant restorations are designed to look and function just like your natural teeth, and with proper care, they can enhance your smile for a lifetime!
What Are Your Dental Implant Restoration Options?
The following is a look at the dental implant restorations options offered right here at our North Bend office:
Single Implant: If you are missing a single tooth, a crown supported by an implant is a perfect solution to restore your smile's function and incredibly natural appearance.
Implant-Supported Bridges: Implant-supported bridges are ideal for replacing two or more adjacent missing teeth. Unlike traditional dental bridges that rely on the surrounding natural teeth for support, implant-supported bridges are secured to dental implants.
Implant-Retained Dentures: Implant-supported dentures draw on the benefits of traditional denture technology and implant dentistry to restore a complete arch of missing teeth with unmatched comfort, stability, and function.
Who Is a Candidate for Implant Dentistry?
Dental implants offer a superior solution for individuals with one or more missing teeth or those uncomfortable with their dentures. In the past, patients with bone loss, periodontal disease, or certain health conditions were ruled out as candidates for dental implants. Today's advances in diagnostics and bone grafting procedures allow most patients to receive dental implants successfully.
Why Choose Dental Implants?
Dental implants are the preferred choice to other tooth replacement options. Here is a look at some of their benefits:
- They are incredibly stable, restoring your full chewing function and allowing you to speak clearly.
- They integrate with the jawbone and mimic the function of natural tooth roots, preventing bone loss.
- They support your facial structure, restoring your youthful appearance and confident smile.
- They are highly predictable, with a more than 95 percent long-term success rate.
- They offer a permanent tooth replacement solution that can last a lifetime with proper care.
- They maintain gaps left by missing teeth, providing support and stability for the neighboring teeth.
What Is the Dental Implant Procedure?
At Mt Si Dental Center, we use state-of-the-art cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology to enhance dental implant placement. Unlike dental x-rays that capture 2D images of your teeth, cone beam CT scans provide highly detailed 3D views of the oral structures and provide us with the information we need for precise implant placement. They lower the risk of complications and help ensure the procedure's success.
After placing your titanium implant, the healing process begins. The implant will fuse to the jawbone in a process known as osseointegration, which can take several months. After healing, we will place a connector known as an abutment to your implant and wait for the soft tissues to heal. The last step is placing your implant-supported crown, bridge, or denture, transforming your smile and enhancing your quality of life!
Dental Implants Near Me in North Bend, WA
For more information about replacing one or more severely damaged or missing teeth with dental implants, contact Mt Si Dental Center. Dr. Beckham and his team will work with you to find the ideal solution to restore your smile's health, function, and beautiful natural appearance.
Call us at 425-888-6522 to schedule a consultation, or use our online form to request an appointment today!
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