If you have lost one or more teeth, dental implants are an excellent treatment option. Tooth loss can occur for a variety of reasons – congenital absence, trauma, dental disease (e.g. caries or periodontal disease), as well as mechanical failure.

How long does it take for implants to heal? Healing times for implants vary depending on the quality of the patient’s bone and are often extended in cases where performing adjunctive procedures is necessary. In general, dental implants require two to four months for the bone to heal (without being exposed to extra forces from […]

Why is the surgical procedure a three-step process? The most widely practiced method of placing dental implants is a “staged surgery” procedure. The first stage consists of surgically burying the implant (which replaces the tooth root) flush with the bone but underneath the gum. This protects the implant from force while it is healing. At […]

What can I expect to happen during the examination process? Your dentist or implant surgeon will take x-rays of your jaw, paying special attention to the area which will be treated. A general review of these x-rays will allow the dentist to carefully inspect for any additional teeth or areas in the bone that require […]

Are dental implants for me? Most likely, if you are reading this, you or someone you know has lost teeth. Whether they were lost through an accident disease or decay, dental implants are an excellent tooth replacement option for nearly everyone.

What is a dental implant? A dental implant is a prosthetic replacement for a missing tooth. Natural teeth consist of the crown and the root. The crown is the visible section that is covered with white enamel. Supporting the crown is the tooth root which extends into the jawbone. The root is the part of […]