Dental Implants Portland
The Leading Treatment for Replacing Missing Teeth
Whether you’re missing one, several, or all of your teeth, having gaps throughout your smile will have a noticeable impact on your day-to-day life. From making it more difficult to eat and speak to affecting your desire to go out and socialize, many people are dismayed by their smiles when they’re dealing with tooth loss. Our team at Belmont Family Dentistry offers a cutting-edge, gold standard answer to replacing missing teeth, called dental implants. You can learn more about this solution below, and be sure to schedule a consultation with our team to learn whether you’re a good candidate!
Why Choose Belmont Family Dentistry for Dental Implants?
- Modern, Solar Powered Dental Office
- Compassionate & Skilled Dentists
- Advanced Diagnostic Technology Used
What are Dental Implants?
According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed in your jawbone to bond with your natural bone. They become a sturdy base for supporting one or more artificial teeth, called crowns. A connector, known as an abutment is placed on the top of the dental implant to hold and support your crowns. The crowns are custom-made to match your natural teeth and fit your mouth.
The Dental Implant Process
Every patient is different, so there is no one-size-fits-all treatment process for all patients. After your consultation, Dr. Tinkle, Dr. Yoon, or Dr. Callan will provide you with a treatment plan including the estimated amount of time to complete the process. The time estimate is based on your personal needs, medical and dental history, implant site condition, and the technique and materials used. Simple cases may be completed in a few short months whereas more complex cases may take up to 1 year.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants offer several benefits to patients, including
- They are the strongest devices available to support replacement teeth.
- They allow new teeth to feel, look, and function naturally.
- They are the only dental restoration option that preserves natural bone, actually helping to stimulate bone growth.
- They are a long-term solution for replacing missing teeth. You don’t have to deal with uncomfortable dentures or have your good tooth structure removed to make a bridge.
- They allow you to live the way you want to–confidently eating, smiling, laughing, talking, kissing, and enjoying all of your everyday activities–without worrying about your teeth.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
The cost of dental implants varies based on the individual needs of each patient, as well as the number of appointments needed and procedures performed. Your dentist will provide you with an estimate when your treatment plan is completed. Discussing your payment arrangements and potential coverage from your insurance carrier are also important steps in the planning process.
Dental Implant FAQs
Can Children Get Dental Implants as Well?
Dental implants are a good option for children who have lost their permanent teeth due to injury or accident. Your dentist, however, will want to wait to perform the procedure until after your child’s facial growth and development have been completed, which is typically between 18 and 20 years old.
Does It Hurt to Have Dental Implants Placed?
Many patients state that they tolerate the procedure(s) very well with minimal discomfort and pain afterward. They often report that they are able to return to work and their normal activities the next day.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental implants can last for a very long time, as long as you care for them the way you care for your natural teeth–brush, floss, rinse and visit your dentist for regular checkups.