Dental Implant Restorations Specialist

What are dental implant restorations?

If you have a missing tooth, a dental implant made of a small titanium screw is surgically placed into your jawbone by your oral surgeon. Once the implant fuses in place, you have an artificial root system that provides a strong foundation for a restoration that attaches to it. 

Dental implant restorations are prosthetic teeth, such as crowns, bridges, or dentures. Your restoration restores your oral function and improves the appearance of your smile. 

Who should get dental implant restorations?

A dental implant restoration is for anyone who is a candidate for a dental implant. You may need an implant and restoration if you:

• Have one or more missing teeth
• Can’t wear or don’t want to wear dentures
• Want to improve your speech
• Want to enhance your oral function
• Want to improve the look of your smile

Dr. Trogan first determines if you have healthy tissues and a strong jaw bone. If not, you may need a bone grafting procedure before moving forward with dental implants.

What can I expect when getting dental implant restorations?

Your implant healing process from beginning to end can take up to six months or longer. When fully healed, Dr. Trogan takes images or impressions of your mouth and sends them to a dental lab for the manufacturing of your tooth replacement. She also places an abutment over your implant, to which your restoration is attached.

Once your new prosthetic is ready, Dr. Trogan places it over your abutment and ensures a comfortable fit. She then bonds them together with a permanent dental glue. 

You now have a healthy, beautiful smile that will last for many years.

What are the benefits of dental implant restorations?

When you have a missing tooth or several missing teeth, your oral health can be at risk. Dental implant restorations help your mouth return to its proper function and provide several benefits, including:

• Stops your surrounding permanent teeth from shifting
• Helps maintain your jaw structure
• Improves your speech
• Provides the ease of chewing and digesting food well

Dental implant restorations also give you a smile you can feel confident about.

To find out if you’re a candidate for dental implant restorations, call the friendly office staff at Signature Smile General & Cosmetic Dentistry today or book your appointment online.