Dental Implants
A Tooth Replacement Designed to Last
While there are many ways to effectively replace teeth, most options do not address the entire problem when it comes to tooth loss. For example, bridges and dentures don’t address the underlying tooth root that’s removed during a tooth extraction. Dental implants work to replace that root as closely as possible, meaning you can expect your replacement tooth to last longer, function better, and look incredibly natural. Call our dental office and we’ll help you determine if dental implants from our Tyler, TX dentist are right for you!
Why Choose Kinsey Drive Family Dental for Dental Implants?
- Get Implants Placed and Restored in One Dental Office
- Expert Dentist and Team by Your Side
- Sedation Dentistry Available for Nervous Patients
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant technically refers to the titanium post that is placed inside of the jaw and integrates with your organic oral structures, including your bone and gum tissue. However, it also includes the restoration that fills the gap in your smile (as well as the abutment that connects the two components together.) Thanks to their strength and versatility, they can be used to replace any number of teeth and can even replace an entire arch with ease.
Benefits of Dental implants
When you want a tooth replacement that’s designed to not only last, but function almost identically to a natural tooth, dental implants are your best option. Chewing feels normal thanks to the implant integrating with the jaw and you can expect your implant to last well over 30 years when properly maintained. On top of that, blood flow to the cheeks is improved, so you can expect your overall facial shape to remain the same, making your appearance more youthful.
Missing Single Tooth
To replace a single tooth, an implant is placed into the jaw, then the gums are sutured closed so the bone can begin integrating and the gums can heal. This process takes about four to six months. Once the implant has healed, it can safely hold an implant crown, which is personalized and shaded to match your existing teeth.
Missing Multiple Teeth
If you have multiple missing consecutive teeth or missing teeth on opposite sides of your mouth, an implant-retained bridge or partial denture can be placed to make your smile complete. The bridge can easily be supported by a pair of dental implants, even if you are replacing more than two teeth at a time. This means you won’t have to modify existing teeth.
Missing All Teeth
To replace all teeth in your top or bottom arch, we can place four to six implants throughout the jaw, then attach a denture to them. This denture can be fixed or removable depending on your specific preference. Since you won’t need a dedicated implant for each tooth you intend to replace, replacing teeth in this way actually becomes more cost-effective in the long-term.
Are Dental Implants Right For You?
Dental implant technology has come a long way over the past several decades, but that doesn’t mean they are for everyone. For example, you should have positive oral health overall, healthy gum tissue, and enough available bone tissue for the implants to integrate. With that said, implants have an average success rate that falls between 95 and 98 percent. During your consultation, we’ll confirm if dental implants will be a safe and effective solution for your tooth loss.
Start-to-Finish Convenience
In some cases, dentists will ask patients to complete the surgical portion of implant treatment at a separate dental office, then come back to their dental office to have the restoration placed. However, Kinsey Drive Family Dental is happy to keep the entire process in-house. This means you can have your implants placed and restored with the dentist and team you know and love by your side. We hope that this makes your implant procedure feel more comprehensive and convenient.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
Considered to be one of the most customizable dental treatments out there, the cost of dental implants in Tyler will likely vary from patient to patient. For example, if you need to have multiple implants placed, a more complex restoration will be needed to complete your smile. If gum therapy, bone grafting, or other preparatory treatments are needed, your costs can also increase. Despite having a higher cost upfront, most patients note them to be worth it thanks to the long-term savings and added functions dental implants provide.
To learn more about the various factors that must come into play when formulating your cost estimate, here are a few brief explanations:
