DENTAL IMPLANTS

Missing or damaged teeth can significantly impact your quality of life. Issues with your teeth can make you feel self-conscious about your smile and affect your ability to go about your day-to-day. Luckily, there are options to replace and repair missing teeth through restorative dentistry treatments. 

Dental implants are an advanced and popular way to replace missing teeth. They are carefully designed to blend in with and complement your remaining natural teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace one, two, or a full mouth of missing teeth.

If you’re unhappy with your smile because of missing teeth, or you’re feeling uncomfortable when you chew and speak, talk to your dentist to find out if implant dentistry is a good choice for you. 

Discover more about dental implants or call our office to schedule a visit.

Dental implant

Implants from Butler Smile

Dental implants are a good option for many patients who have missing or damaged teeth. The best way to know if dental implants are the right treatment for you is to set up a consultation at our office.

Patients choose to rebuild their smile with dental implants at Butler Smiles Dental Care because:

  • Dental implants are more comfortable and stable than traditional dentures
  • They are the best long-term option to restore your smile, lasting up to a lifetime
  • Dental implants stimulate the jawbone to protect your overall oral health
  • These implants look and feel just like natural teeth, even down to color
  • Dental implants allow you to chew, speak, and smile with ease
  • Dental implants are easy to take care of and a smart investment for your smile
  • We do L-PRF(leukocyte and platelet-rich fibrin) here to help with recovery

Dental implant posts are composed of medical-grade titanium and other materials that are compatible with the human body. Your dental professional will surgically place the dental implants into the upper or lower jaw, where they fuse with the bone and function as a sturdy anchor for your replacement teeth.

Dental implant restorations are crowns placed on top of the post. They are made similarly to other restorative crowns, using porcelain or ceramic. These restorations are customized to your smile, matching your tooth color.

What Is L-PRF?

L-PRF is an innovative therapy used in the medical and dental field. This process uses platelets from your blood cells to promote healing and regeneration after surgery. Only a small sample is needed to use this treatment. At Butler Smiles Dental Care, we’ve found that using L-PRF therapy speeds up the healing process of dental implants and tooth extraction sites.

This leading-edge technology is not found everywhere, so if you want a better implant experience, visit our office today.

The Dental Implant Process

Before getting dental implants at Butler Smiles Dental Care, Dr. Todd will discuss the steps of the process with you and ensure it’s the right treatment for your oral healthcare needs.

Generally, patients should prepare for the following phases in the dental implant process.

A personalized consultation

We will discuss your dental needs and cosmetic goals during this appointment. Then, we will take in-depth scans of your smile to begin planning implant placement.

Placing the implant

During the first appointment, your dentist will surgically place the implant or implants into the jawbone. You will remain comfortable thanks to local anesthesia and dental sedation options. This step is when the titanium post is added to your mouth.

Letting the implant heal

After placing the titanium post, the bone around the implant heals and fuses with the implant in a process called osseointegration. This process takes a few months.  As the bone and implants bond together, your anchor for your new smile will gain unparalleled strength.

Assisting the healing process

To promote bone regeneration and greater healing we use L-PRF to provide added benefits for our patients throughout the implant and/or extraction process

ADDING THE REPLACEMENT TOOTH

Lastly, we will place the new tooth or teeth on top of the dental implants. Depending on the extent of the tooth loss, you may be given dental crowns, dental bridges, or dentures that fasten securely to the implants. Your replacement teeth are custom-made and will look beautiful after placement.

The dental implant process does take more time than other options such as traditional dental bridges, but the results are worth it. Dental implants usually last a lifetime, and the implant post functions similarly to your natural tooth roots. This means dental implants are the most natural and durable tooth replacement option.

Are Dental Implants Right for You?

If missing or damaged teeth are lowering your quality of life, you deserve a restorative dentistry treatment that will alleviate uncomfortable symptoms and improve the look of your smile. Dental implants are an excellent treatment for many patients, and we are happy to offer this important dental procedure at our comfortable office.

If you are interested in dental implants, let’s have a conversation at Butler Smiles Dental Care. We look forward to working with you. Just give us a call today to book a dental implant consultation.