Dental implants
A lasting foundationfor your smile.
Dental implants offer a stable way to replace missing teeth, helping restore function while supporting a natural-looking smile.
Understanding implants
Replacing the root of a missing tooth.
A dental implant replaces the root portion of a missing tooth and provides support for a replacement tooth. Missing teeth can affect chewing, neighboring teeth, and the supporting bone.
Designed to integrate with the supporting bone, an implant can provide a stable foundation for a dental crown that replaces the visible portion of the tooth.
Why dental implants?
Designed to restore more than appearance.
- 01
Restore function
Replacing a missing tooth can help restore chewing function and reduce the additional workload placed on surrounding teeth.
- 02
Maintain alignment
Filling the space left by a missing tooth can help prevent neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap.
- 03
Support the jawbone
Because an implant replaces the missing tooth root and integrates with the supporting bone, it can help maintain the bone in that area.
The process
What to expect.
- 01
Evaluation
Dr. Menon performs an oral examination and evaluates the area for infection and available bone. Imaging may be used to help plan treatment.
- 02
Implant placement
When appropriate, the implant is placed into the supporting bone during a procedure performed with local anesthesia.
- 03
Healing
The area is given time to heal while the implant integrates with the surrounding bone.
- 04
Restoration
After healing and evaluation of the implant, an abutment and custom dental crown can be used to complete the restoration.
Caring for your implant
Care that continues at home.
Maintaining dental implants involves many of the same habits used to care for natural teeth, including regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits.
Dr. Menon may recommend specific hygiene products or techniques based on the individual patient's restoration.
Frequently asked
Dental implant questions.
Dental implants are restorations designed to replace the root portion of a missing tooth. After integration with the supporting bone, an implant can support a dental crown used to replace the visible portion of the tooth.
Dental implants have been used for many years as an option for replacing missing teeth. Whether implant treatment is appropriate for an individual patient depends on their oral health, bone structure, medical history, and other factors evaluated by the dentist.
The implant placement procedure is typically performed with local anesthesia. Experiences during healing vary between patients, and Dr. Menon can discuss pain management and what to expect based on the planned procedure.
The longevity of a dental implant varies and depends on factors including oral hygiene, routine dental care, overall health, and the condition of the surrounding tissues.
Regular brushing, flossing, and dental checkups are important for maintaining both dental implants and the surrounding tissues. Individual care recommendations may vary.
Considering dental implants?