Restore Your Oral Function and Confidence with the Dental Implant Procedure

Dental implants offer a solution for every smile. Dental implants are versatile enough to restore any smile, whether you miss one or several teeth. But what does the treatment involve? Although the treatment may take several months, many patients find it worthwhile as it provides results similar to those of natural teeth.

Here is what you can expect from your treatment.

• Consultation: Whether you need to replace one or more teeth with implant-based restorations, your treatment always starts with a consultation. We’ll perform a preliminary exam, discuss your medical history, and discuss your treatment expectations. We’ll discuss the implant treatment in length, including its benefits, timelines, and costs.

• Planning: Like any successful project, planning is vital for successful dental implant treatment. We use the cone beam CT (CBCT) scanner to plan your implant procedure precisely. Our digital-led planning helps us understand the number of implants required, the need for supplementary procedures, the optimal location for your implant, etc.

• Pre-surgery procedures: Your dental implant treatment is only sometimes a straightforward procedure. Based on your comprehensive exam, you may need supplementary procedures before surgery. For instance, if you have insufficient bone density, you’ll need a bone graft to stabilize your bone for implantology. Similarly, failing teeth may require extraction to create space for predictable implants.

• Implant surgery: Our dental team will surgically place a titanium post at an optimal location in the jawbone. We ensure the precise placement of your implant in relation to surrounding teeth, nerves, and sinuses.
  

  While dental implant placement involves surgery, our dental team will prioritize your comfort at every step.

• Healing and fusion: You’ll need a 4-6 month break to allow your “tissue-friendly” dental implant to fuse with the jawbone to form one solid structure. This time frame depends on factors like health, bone density, and adherence to post-operative care instructions.
  

  The healing period is one of the most critical phases of your treatment. During this period, observe strict oral hygiene, adhere to follow-up appointments, and quit smoking to reduce chances of implant failure.

• Abutment placement: After healing, we’ll attach a small metal connector (abutment) to your implant fixture to connect it to the final restoration.

• Crown restoration: The dentist will top off your implant with a permanent, custom-made crown restoration. Your new tooth will both function and look like a natural tooth, boosting your confidence.

Are you ready for a durable, solid, and life-looking tooth replacement? Consider dental implants from Goochland Dentistry. With this revolutionary tooth restoration, Drs. Peter Murchie and Rachele Gillespie can replace one or multiple teeth or rebuild an entire smile. Call (804) 784 4624 to get a smile that feels as great as it looks.