Dental Implants IN DRY RIDGE
Do you have a missing tooth that leaves a large gap in your smile? Are you missing teeth that you’d love to replace but don’t want dentures? A dental implant is the restoration you’ve been waiting for! Dental implants are a permanent and appealing solution to replace missing or extracted teeth. They look and feel just like a natural tooth and are better than other alternatives like bridges because no additional teeth need to be altered to replace the missing tooth.
Single Tooth Implants
A single implant is placed in your bone and allowed to heal over the course of a few months. During this time, your natural bone fuses to your implant through a process called osseointegration. Once the bone is sufficiently bonded, a custom crown is placed over the implant giving you a new tooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my insurance cover dental implants?
Replacing a missing tooth with an implant is an investment in your oral and overall health. Many insurances cover at least a portion of the cost of dental implants, and we are happy to check for you! We always work hard to maximize your insurance benefits. Before we begin any treatment, we will go over all your coverage and answer any questions you might have.
Will dental implants stop bone loss?
A dental implant, especially when it’s placed at the same time as an extraction, can help preserve the remaining bone. If your tooth was extracted years ago and you suffer from bone loss not related to periodontal disease, a bone graft may be required to support an implant and prevent further bone loss in that area.
How long do dental implants last?
A dental implant itself can last for the rest of your lifetime with proper care and regular exams in our office. The crown on top, like any other, may need to be replaced every 10 or so years due to normal wear and daily biting forces.
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