From Unsightly Gaps to Beautiful, Functional Grins with Dental Implants
Treehouse Dental wants you to smile like you mean it. So, if you have missing teeth, it’s time to schedule an appointment with Dr. William Collins, Dr. Greg Pitts, Dr. Beau Seager and the team. We offer realistic-looking dental implants in Highland, Utah, and the nearby locations. Whether you have lost your teeth to injury, decay, or disease, it doesn’t matter. Our dental implants are versatile enough to complete your smile in all situations.
What is a dental implant?
It’s an artificial appliance used to replace one or more missing teeth. A dental implant involves a metal post surgically inserted in the jawbone to replace your root structure. This implant post is created from titanium or zirconia, which are biocompatible with your body. Over time, the implant fuses with the jawbone to form a solid foundation.
An implant doesn’t work alone. Above it, the dentist attaches a small metal connector (an abutment). This small tooth prosthetic juts out of the gum line to connect the implant fixture to the final restoration. On top of the abutment is the dental crown, which becomes your implant’s visible and functional component.
What should I expect from the dental implant procedure?
Placing your implant is a journey, not a one-off event. The procedure takes several months, but the wait is worth it because you get something close to your natural teeth.
So, what does placing an implant involve? Here is the step-by-step breakdown of the dental implant procedure.
- An initial consultation with digital x-rays and 3D scans to evaluate your eligibility for an implant.
- Where necessary, bone grafting to replenish lost bone tissue. You may also need dental extractions to replace your failing teeth with predictable implants.
- Implant surgery, where the doctor inserts a titanium post at a precise location in the bone. This procedure is administered under local anesthesia for a painless experience.
- Leaving the implants to heal and fuse with the jawbone over the next 4-6 months.
- Placing an abutment with a minor surgery that requires two weeks to heal.
- Restoring your implant with a crown, bridge, or denture.
Unlike conventional teeth replacements, dental implants secure your smile for the rest of your life if you take great care of them. They also become part of your dentition. That way, you don’t have to remove your implants during your oral hygiene or when retiring to bed. Dental implants remain solid in the mouth forever!
What are the benefits of dental implants?
You can’t go wrong with dental implants when you want to replace your missing teeth. These teeth replacements offer the following life-changing benefits.
- Natural-looking results: Dental implants blend seamlessly with your existing teeth. Once they settle in place, no one will know they are replacement teeth!
- Long lasting: When well-maintained, your dental implant post lasts forever, making dental implants a fantastic investment for your smile and oral health.
- Bone preservation: Dental implants provide functional stimulation, which stops bone degradation after tooth loss.
- Stability: Dental implants are firmly anchored in the jawbone. They don’t move or slip when using your teeth.
- Prevent future problems: Dental implants stabilize the teeth in the mouth, preventing misalignments and uneven tooth wear.
Simple maintenance: You don’t have to buy new teeth-cleaning detergents or learn new oral hygiene rituals. Dental implants are maintained like natural teeth.
Do you need dental implants?
Our goal at Treehouse Dental is to create smiles that last long and look natural. If missing teeth and dentures or bridges aren’t an option, call (801) 756-2273 to schedule an appointment with Treehouse Dental for high-quality dental implants. Stay healthy so you can enjoy life’s moments.
