Dental Implants

Dental Implants for You & Your Family

Missing or damaged teeth can get in the way of putting on your best smile and affect your oral health. Dental implants are a strong, natural-looking replacement that your dental professional can provide for you and your family.

Dental implants are designed to look and feel like natural teeth, and with proper care and maintenance, they can yield long-lasting results as well.

Contact us to schedule an appointment to see how dental implants can help complete your smile and prioritize your oral health.

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What Is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is an artificial replacement for the root of a natural tooth. The implant is used in tandem with a natural-looking crown to help replace one or more teeth to restore function and appearance.

Dental implants can provide a more comfortable, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing look compared to traditional bridges and dentures and do not need to be attached to another tooth.

Exploring the Dental Implant Process

The first step in your dental implant journey is visiting your dental professional for a teeth, gum, and jawbone evaluation. This initial visit is important to determine whether your jawbone is healthy enough to maintain the implant.

If your dentist agrees that you’re a good candidate for a dental implant, you can expect more than one appointment over several months.

Placing the Implant

Your dentist will take digital X-rays and impressions of your teeth and mouth to determine the exact shape, size, and angle of the implant needed to help you look and feel your best.

The procedure will begin with removing any damaged tissue or bone to make room for the implant to be placed into your jawbone. Following placement, your dental professional will discuss the next steps with you.

The Healing Process

Following implant placement, your natural jawbone typically takes a few months to strengthen and grow around the dental implant. A natural-looking crown will also be placed to top off your new dental implant.

The entire process can span several months to ensure your gums and jawbone have had enough time to heal along the way. You may require a minor outpatient procedure to have a post placed if needed, which is what the crown will attach to.

Caring for Your Dental Implants

In the days following your dental implant procedure, you may experience some of the usual side effects associated with dental surgery, such as swelling, discomfort, bruising, or minor bleeding. Avoiding hard foods and chewing ice can also help preserve your crown and implant health.

Visiting your dentist regularly and practicing good oral hygiene can help you make the most of your implants!

Enjoy a Complete Smile

We strive to help you and your family achieve your oral health goals through dental implants and restorative dentistry.

Find out if dental implants are the right dental solution for you and your family by contacting us to schedule an appointment.

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Our Location

Conveniently located in south east London at the intersection of Adelaide Street South and Commissioners Road, South London Dental Care Centre offers ample free parking, day and evening appointments, and a variety of services to meet your dental needs. As we are located just down the street from Victoria Hospital – London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), many healthcare practitioners choose South London Dental Care Centre for themselves and their families.