What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small metal screws that replace missing teeth. During a brief surgical procedure, the dentist inserts the implant into the bone beneath your gums, precisely where the tooth was. Acting as a natural tooth root, the implant is completed with a restoration, such as a dental crown, ensuring it looks and feels like a real tooth.
Considering dental implants is a significant decision. If you’re curious about implants but uncertain about the process, we provide all the information you need to make an informed choice about your dental treatment.
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Why You Might Need Dental Implants
Your natural teeth maintain the height and shape of your smile, allowing you to eat and speak comfortably. A gap in your smile can cause other teeth to shift out of alignment, increasing the risk of oral health problems. Losing even one tooth can trigger a chain of events that negatively impacts your oral health, facial appearance, and overall quality of life.
One unavoidable consequence of missing teeth is bone resorption, where your body breaks down non-essential bone tissue. Teeth stimulate the jawbone, promoting new bone growth. Without teeth, the bone tissue dissolves, leading to a shortened jaw and chin, causing wrinkles and a sunken appearance in your cheeks and lips.
Dental implants are the next best thing to natural teeth. By replacing lost teeth with implants, you can prevent or correct these issues, maintaining your oral health and facial structure.
The Benefits of Dental Implants
Losing a tooth can be devastating, affecting both your self-esteem and overall health. Missing teeth can cause discomfort, make eating difficult, and lead to bone loss or shifting teeth.
- Restore Your Natural Appearance: Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. Custom-made to blend seamlessly with your smile, they are sized, shaped, and coloured to match your unique bite and natural enamel colour.
- Feel Confident in Your Comfort: After placement, your jawbone fuses with the titanium post, creating a stable foundation. Whether you receive a crown, bridge, or implant-supported dentures, the implant remains secure. Laugh, smile, and eat your favorite foods without worrying about shifting teeth or sudden pain.
- Improve Bone Strength: When teeth are lost, the supporting bone can weaken over time. Dental implants stimulate new bone growth around the implant, strengthening the bone structure.
Dental implants offer a long-term solution that feels natural and can last for decades with proper oral hygiene.
Dental Implant Restorations
A dental implant restoration is the “false tooth” that covers the implant, making it look like a natural tooth when you smile.
- Dental Crown: The most common implant restoration, a crown covers a single-tooth implant, restoring both function and appearance.
- Dental Bridge: Ideal for replacing multiple missing teeth, a bridge spans the gap, supported by one or two implants. A full implant-supported bridge can replace an entire arch of upper or lower teeth with four or more implants.
- Implant Denture: Enhance the stability of removable dentures by clipping them onto two small implants, providing a secure and comfortable fit.
A New Life With Dental Implants Awaits!
Your smile won’t be the same after you get a dental implant; it’s going to be much better.
Dental implants are easy to maintain and care for. Gently brush and floss your implant daily and protect it from injury while playing sports. Visit us periodically for checkups so that we can make sure your implant is staying healthy.
In return, your dental implant could reward you with many years of strong, happy, and beautiful smiles!
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How It Feels
Although the idea of having a metal implant inserted into your jawbone might sound painful, the procedure is more comfortable than you might expect.
Before surgery, we’ll numb your mouth with a mild anesthetic, ensuring you feel no pain during the process. Using advanced dental technology, we place implants quickly, accurately, and conservatively, which means less discomfort and downtime for you during recovery.
Many patients report feeling bored or even sleepy during the brief half-hour procedure. The most uncomfortable part may be keeping your mouth open for a few minutes at a time.
After the procedure, it’s normal to experience some swelling, discomfort, and bruising for several hours. However, the pain is mild and easily manageable. We’ll provide specific instructions to help minimize discomfort before the anesthetic wears off, and your surgical site should start feeling better within a week.
With a success rate of nearly 95%, dental implants are one of the safest and most predictable procedures in dentistry.
What To Expect On Your Dental Implant Treatment Journey
The actual implant placement process is much more comfortable than you might imagine.
Assessment
The first step is a dental implant consultation to determine if implants are right for you. During this visit, your dentist will take X-rays and a 3D cone-beam CT scan of your jaw to assess the bone tissue and plan your treatment. The dental team will also take a scan or impression of your teeth to accurately plan the angulation of your implant.
Inserting the Implant
We begin by administering an anesthetic to ensure the surgical site is completely numb. The dentist then creates a small hole in the gums and bone of your mouth and places the implant post into this hole. In some cases, sutures are needed to close up the gums, but this is not always necessary.
Finalizing the Restoration
After the implant is placed, you will go home to allow it to heal over the next few months. Once the healing process is complete, you will return to our practice. We will then place your custom dental restoration, leaving you with a brand-new, fully functional tooth.
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Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Cost of Dental Implants in Trenton
In Trenton, the cost of a single dental implant ranges from approximately $3,000 to $6,000 or more. Full-mouth reconstructive dental implants can range from $6,000 to $60,000 and up, with a full set of implant-supported dentures averaging around $30,000. It’s important to note that accurate quotes cannot be given over the phone, as the dental implant procedure is complex and varies based on individual factors.
Factors Determining the Cost of Dental Implants
- Type and Number of Implants: The specific implants needed for your situation.
- Materials and Supplies: The quality and type of materials used in the implants and restorations.
- Time and Experience: The expertise of the dental team throughout the process.
- Surgical Complexity: The complexity and location of the implant surgery.
- Recovery Support: Ongoing support and care during your recovery period.
Several factors influence the cost of dental implant surgery:
Each case is unique, so it’s essential to speak with a dentist and undergo an oral exam to evaluate your situation and discuss treatment options. We are happy to provide you with a more accurate quote after a thorough assessment.
Alternatives to Dental Implants
For gaps caused by 1 to 3 missing teeth, a dental bridge can be a viable option. For multiple missing teeth or a full-mouth restoration, dental prosthetics or removable dentures might be suitable alternatives. When comparing the cost of dental implants to other tooth-replacement options, consider the pros and cons.
While dental implants may require a higher initial investment, they offer superior security and durability compared to bridges or dentures. Removable dental prosthetics require different care and maintenance and may need adjustments or replacements over time. In contrast, dental implants can be maintained like natural teeth with routine oral care and dental exams, and with proper care, they can last a lifetime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely not. Dental implants are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. The metal screws are hidden beneath your gums, and the lifelike restorations that cover them match the appearance of your natural teeth, ensuring no one will know they aren’t your own.
With proper care and maintenance, dental implants can last a lifetime.
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring you feel no pain. Some discomfort and swelling are normal after surgery but are manageable with prescribed care.
Initial healing takes a few weeks, but full integration of the implant with the bone can take several months.
Dental implants are more secure and durable than dentures, requiring less maintenance and providing a more natural look and feel. However, the best option depends on individual needs and circumstances.
Yes, alternatives include dental bridges and full or partial dentures, which can be suitable for replacing missing teeth. To find the best solution for your specific needs, schedule an appointment. We’ll be happy to discuss all your options and answer any specific questions you may have.
