Dental Implants Jonesboro
Steady Teeth for a Stunning Smile
To be sure, dentures and dental bridges are great tooth replacements. They can restore your smile and improve your oral health. That said, you can't do better than dental implants. These little posts stand out as the best restorations around. Once placed by Dr. Spades, they’ll provide the same beauty and function as natural teeth. You can learn more and take the first step toward renewing your smile by scheduling a consultation today.
Why Choose Northeast Arkansas Dentistry for Dental Implants?
- Dental Implant Surgery Done Entirely In-House
- Accurate Treatment with CBCT Guided Surgery
- Custom-Made Results for Each Patient
What Are Dental Implants?
In essence, dental implants are small posts made of titanium. They serve as substitute tooth roots that replace your lost teeth.
Unlike dentures or bridges, dental implants are placed in the jawbone. Their titanium makeup leads them to fuse with nearby bone tissue. By doing so, the implants become permanent parts of your jaw. They’ll then be ready to support a personal restoration – a crown, bridge, denture, etc. By treatment’s end, your smile will look and feel restored.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
There are four vital steps our office follows when it comes to placing dental implants: initial consultation, dental implant surgery, osseointegration and abutments, and the delivery of the final restoration. We never rush this process, as it’s essential that each phase be successful if results are to last as long as possible. This is why we strive to help our patients understand the requirements of dental implants and what they can expect along the way.
Initial Dental Implant Consultation
Before surgery, you’ll discuss the implant treatment with Dr. Spades. Doing so helps him learn about your smile goals, oral health, and more. Using these details, he’ll then decide if implants suit you. It may be that you require additional treatment before receiving dental implants. If we find that you have signs of gum disease, existing tooth decay, or a weakened jawbone, you may need bone grafting, gum disease treatment, or tooth extraction before your mouth is suitable for these longer-lasting prosthetics.
Dental Implant Surgery
With Dr. Spades’ approval, you’ll have the dental implant surgery. He and his team will perform this work in-house. This ensures a more convenient approach that allows you to remain with the same trusted professionals from beginning to end.
He will start by administering local anesthesia to numb your mouth so that you feel no pain throughout your procedure. He will then make small incisions in your gums to expose the area preparing to receive the titanium post. Once put in place, he will position it for maximum support before closing the gum tissue and placing a protective healing cap over the area.
Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment
Once the surgery is over, your implants will fuse with your jaw over 3-6 months (which is called osseointegration). This step will set a foundation that keeps your new teeth strong. It’s imperative that you follow all necessary instructions to allow your mouth to heal properly.
Later, Dr. Spade will place your metal abutments, which will connect the implants to your new teeth. These require surgical placement as well, but you’ll only need a few weeks to recover before moving forward with the final step.
Delivery of Dental Implant Restorations
After your implants’ integration, you’ll visit us for your final restoration. This may be a crown, bridge, or denture depending on how many teeth you need to have replaced. You can rest assured that your new smile will look and feel like new, allowing you to enjoy normal function and greater confidence in your daily life.
Once your new teeth are in place, we will make sure they are comfortable inside your mouth and that you are pleased with your results, as it is our goal to ensure you are happy with your smile.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Following the surgery, you’ll get to enjoy dental implants’ many perks. These include:
- A Gorgeous Grin –Implants are capped with porcelain restorations that easily blend with your other teeth.
- High Success –Their ten-year success rate exceeds 95%!
- Younger Looks – By fusing with your jawbone, implants stimulate and maintain it. This effect ensures your face stays full, firm, and youthful.
- Easy Eating– Implants restore much of your bite force, so they’ll help you chew tough foods.
- Long-Lasting Results – Given care, dental implants can last decades.
Who Dental Implants Can Help
In most cases, dental implants are suited for patients with any degree of tooth loss. However, do note that the initial oral exam will see if this treatment can help. If we believe it will, Dr. Spades will suggest these possible implant options.
Missing One Tooth
For someone who’s only lost one tooth, a single implant and crown pair is ideal. It’s simple enough to place the post in your empty jaw socket. Next, you’d get an abutment and your final crown. The final restoration will match the qualities of adjacent teeth and blend well.
Missing Multiple Teeth
If you’re missing two or three teeth in a row, consider an implant bridge. Unlike a standard one, it uses dental implants to support the prosthetic. Getting the device wouldn’t require any “prepping” of your natural teeth. An implant bridge is extremely sturdy and can last much longer than a traditional one.
Missing All of Your Teeth
Should you lose all the teeth along an arch, it may be time for an implant denture. It uses dental implants to secure itself, not suction. As a result, it won’t ever slip or shift like normal dentures might. You’d be able to enjoy chats and meals without fear of a toothy accident.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
While they can be pricey, the cost of dental implants varies by patient. Only Dr. Spades can give you an exact estimate. To do so, he’d assess the factors that impact your treatment price. (These would include the number of implants, implant location, the type of restoration, etc.) Whatever the final tally, though, the implants would be a great long-term investment. Our team would also work to make them affordable. In fact, we’ll share our office’s helpful payment options with you.