Procedure for Placing a Dental Implant

07/24/2015 10:30
Dental implants can be used to replace one or several teeth, depending on the case. They work by replacing the roots of the lost teeth, are left to heal and fuse to the jawbone, and then restorations are attached to complete the process. Our NoHo dentist can help you decide if implants are right for you.
 
Several steps are involved in placing implants, including:
 
1. Determining candidacy
The best candidates for implants are those with strong, healthy jawbone tissue to appropriately support the implant. They will also have good dental and general health. If you smoke, you may need to take steps to reduce the risk of complications after the implants have been placed.
 
2. Placement
During an outpatient procedure, a titanium implant will be surgically placed inside of the jawbone. For the next several weeks or months, the bone will heal around the implant. Over time, the implant and jawbone will become fused, and this will make the implant a permanent part of your mouth.
 
3. Restoration
Once the implants have fused with the bone, they can be restored. We can use individual porcelain crowns to replace individual teeth, as a restoration that is as close to natural teeth as possible. We can also use bridges or dentures to replace multiple missing teeth.
 
Call us today to find out more or to schedule an implant consultation with our dental implants dentist in North Hollywood.