The first part after removing the damaged or diseased tooth, is to use digital planning techniques to place the implant via guided surgery.
After the implant has healed to the bone, a custom made abutment is fabricated to allow for seating of a crown.
Finally, a crown is attached to the implant abutment with cement or possibly with a titanium screw.
Similar to placing one implant, digital planning is used to fabricate a surgical guide in order plan where the implants will be placed as well as designing the bridge before surgery.
After placing abutments on the implants, the bridge is seated, in some cases the abutment can be part of the bridge.
As in single implant placement, when all of the teeth are missing or need removal, digital scans of the mouth and jaws are taken and a full arch surgical guide is made.
For patients that have adequate bone to place and support multiple implants, a fixed implant bridge can replace a full arch of teeth.
In some cases, patients may elect to have a removable denture made, which can require as few as two implants being placed for stability.
Dental implants are often the best alternative to restore a healthy smile and bite function. Bridges and crowns can contribute to bone deterioration and are often difficult to clean. Tooth-supported treatments generally last only 5 to 10 years, but will eventually need to be replaced. Dental implants can restore jawbone integrity, let you enjoy your favorite foods regularly, and are very easy to clean. They just require normal brushing, flossing, and rinsing.
This technology can replace one tooth or multiple teeth. They are often the best permanent solution for people who have failing teeth and other dental problems. Additionally, this type of treatment has a very high success rate for patients. About 98% of implants last for the rest of a patient’s life, where root canals, bridges, and other replacement options typically need to be addressed 5 to 10 years down the road.
Dental Implant services including: CEREC and Smile Makeover.