Dental Implants
At Leading Edge, we offer comprehensive dental implant services to restore your smile and oral function with precision and care. Dental implants are a revolutionary solution for replacing missing teeth, providing a stable foundation that looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant consists of a titanium root that is surgically placed into the jawbone to replace the missing tooth root. Over time, the bone fuses with the implant, creating a strong foundation for a custom-made crown that resembles your natural teeth. This process restores both the function and aesthetics of your smile.
The Surgical Procedure
Our experienced oral surgeons and periodontists perform dental implant surgery with meticulous attention to detail and patient comfort. The procedure typically takes 30 to 60 minutes for one implant and 2 to 3 hours for multiple implants.
During the procedure, your doctor makes a small incision in the gum tissue, gently inserts the titanium implant into the jawbone, and allows time for the bone to heal and integrate with the implant. In some cases, a temporary replacement tooth can be attached immediately after surgery.
Why Choose Dental Implants
Dental implants are the preferred method for tooth replacement, offering unparalleled functional, cosmetic, and lifestyle benefits. Our board-certified doctors are experts in implant dentistry, partnering with general dentists and prosthodontists to deliver lasting tooth replacement solutions.
Dr. Doron Kalman
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
“Dental implants offer patients a transformative solution for missing teeth, providing stability, functionality, and aesthetics akin to natural teeth. Beyond cosmetic benefits, implants prevent bone loss and maintain oral health, promoting long-term well-being and confidence in your smile.”
Digital Workflow for Implant Dentistry
At Leading Edge, we utilize cutting-edge digital technology to enhance the precision and efficiency of dental implant procedures. Our digital workflow combines advanced imaging, planning, and guided surgery techniques to ensure optimal results with minimal discomfort and downtime for our patients.
With digital planning tools, our doctors can analyze your case from multiple perspectives, develop customized treatment plans, and achieve perfect placement of implants. This approach reduces the number of appointments, shortens chair time, minimizes swelling, and often results in little to no pain for patients.
The Healing and Restoration Process
After dental implant placement, the healing process begins, with the length varying based on individual factors such as bone quality and quantity. In some cases, implants can be restored immediately after placement, while in others, a brief follow-up visit is needed for the placement of an abutment or healing cap. This allows for gum tissue maturation and access to the implant.
Follow-up care, typically involving one to four appointments, ensures proper healing and readiness for the restorative phase of treatment. Soft tissue grafts may be recommended to enhance gum tissue strength and appearance around the implant, a relatively comfortable procedure that promotes optimal healing.
Timing of Dental Implant Placement
Implants are often placed several months after extraction, although immediate placement after extraction is possible in some cases. However, immediate placement is not advisable in the presence of infection or bone issues. Bone grafting may be necessary to ensure adequate support for the implant if significant bone loss has occurred.
Number of Implants Needed
Typically, one implant per missing tooth is placed, with larger implants often used for back teeth with multiple roots. Dental implants offer a versatile solution, replacing single teeth, multiple teeth, or entire arches with titanium screws and custom restorations that closely mimic natural teeth in appearance and function.
Schedule Your Implant Consultation Today
Don’t let missing teeth affect your quality of life. At Leading Edge, we are dedicated to advancing implant dentistry and restoring smiles with exceptional skill and care. Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive dental implant services and let us help you regain confidence in your smile and enjoy the benefits of a fully restored bite.
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