Dental Implants Yukon
Premier Tooth Replacement Designed For You
It’s not easy trying to decide how you should replace your missing teeth. You want to make the right choice, but there are many options available on the market these days. Fortunately, there is only one that can replace more than just the crown of your missing teeth. With dental implants in Yukon, these prosthetics can replace both the crowns and roots so that the jawbone remains stimulated and facial structures do not fall victim to collapse. Let us know if you would like to proceed with a dental implant consultation by calling our office today.
Why Choose First Impressions Dentistry of Yukon for Dental Implants?
- We Can Place & Restore Dental Implants In-House
- We Welcome Your Dental Insurance PPO Plan
- Qualified Dental Experts & Staff Who Are Here to Help
What Are Dental Implants?
Designed to replace one or more missing teeth, dental implants are durable, long-lasting, and highly effective forms of tooth replacement. Consisting of three parts, including the titanium post, an abutment, and a prosthetic crown, a dental implant is placed within the jawbone so that it can fuse with surrounding tissues and create a solid foundation for your new smile.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
When getting dental implants, it’s important to keep in mind that the process won’t be completed in just one visit. There are multiple stages involved in rebuilding your smile from the roots up using sturdy, reliable implant posts. Generally speaking, the entire process can be divided into four main steps. Below is a quick summary of each of these steps; we hope this information can help give you an idea of what you can expect when you choose dental implants to replace your missing teeth.
Initial Dental Implant Consultation
Step one is the initial consultation with our team. We’ll need to examine your mouth and jaw carefully; in addition to confirming exactly how many teeth will need to be replaced, we will also need to verify whether you’re a candidate for dental implants. Once that’s done, we can start planning the rest of the dental implant process.
Sometimes we might be able to schedule your dental implant surgery right away. However, there are cases where preparatory procedures may be needed first. For example, if you have lost some of the bone in your jaw, you might have to undergo bone grafting.
Dental Implant Surgery
While some dental practices need to send their patients to separate oral surgeons for this step, we are able to handle dental implant placement in-office. We’ll create a small opening in your gums, then insert the implant posts into your jaw. Precision is key for this procedure, which is why the positions for the posts will be chosen very carefully. After the gums are closed, a protective cap will be attached to each implant post.
There’s no need to be nervous about undergoing dental implant surgery. To help you stay as comfortable as possible, our team will numb your mouth with a local anesthetic at the beginning of the procedure.
Dental Implant Osseointegration & Abutment
Part of what sets dental implants apart from other forms of tooth replacement is that they form a bond with the jawbone. This bond is the result of osseointegration, which normally takes around 3 to 6 months to complete. You will need to be mindful about taking care of your mouth and your dental implant posts during this time.
After the implant posts have finished fusing with the jaw, metal abutments can be attached. These abutments will eventually play the important role of keeping the final restoration in place.
Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s)
In order to put the finishing touches on your new smile, we will need to take impressions of your mouth with the dental implants in place. Then we can design a crown, bridge, or denture that will fill in the empty space in your grin. Once the prosthesis is completed, we will be able to attach it to the posts with the help of the abutments. After that, we’ll just need to perform a last-minute check to confirm that your bite is comfortable.
Benefits of Dental Implants
The benefits you can expect to receive with dental implants go far beyond anything you might experience with other forms of tooth replacement. Not only will you enjoy a smile that looks younger, functions at an optimal level, and maintains a stable and secure foundation (jawbone), but you can also expect to eat the foods you love without worry, speak more clearly when around others, and enjoy a smile that can last decades if not a lifetime.
Who Dental Implants Can Help
If you are missing one tooth, multiple teeth, or an entire arch, there is a good chance you will be given the green light to receive dental implants. Most individuals suffering from tooth loss can expect a better-quality smile with the help of these prosthetics; however, for some, it may take longer to receive than others. The reason is that some patients might need additional forms of treatment before undergoing dental implant surgery.
No matter your situation, you can expect that we will go over this information during your consultation as well as discuss the versatility of these prosthetics.
Missing One Tooth
A single dental implant can replace one missing tooth and leave all healthy teeth untouched. By filling in the vacant socket only, we can rebuild your smile from the root up and allow for maximum stability and function.
Missing Multiple Teeth
When multiple teeth are missing in a row, we can use two dental implant posts and a custom-made bridge to fill in the gap. As a natural-looking solution that focuses solely on the vacant sockets and not the use of healthy abutment teeth, your entire smile can remain in better shape for years to come.
Missing All of Your Teeth
Entire rows of missing teeth along the upper and lower arches can be easily replaced using between four and six dental implant posts. This creates a stable smile that makes for easier eating, speaking, and more confident smiling.
Also, if your jawbone is not dense enough to support a full implant denture, we can use All-On-4 to achieve the same results. Using only four posts and a custom denture, we will pinpoint the densest areas of your jawbone to ensure maximum stability.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
The cost of dental implants in Yukon is naturally something you will consider when determining how you wish to proceed. But allow our team to reassure you that these prosthetics are not out of financial reach. There are many factors you can expect us to consider when drafting an estimate for you to review. Also, we will review your dental insurance policy to determine how we can maximize your benefits before going over additional payment options to make this process as stress-free as possible.
