Enjoy a restored smile with dental implants in Denver, NC practice

Patients in Denver, NC who are faced with tooth loss might feel overwhelmed at the various choices available to them. Drs. Nathen Ellis and Gary Hubbard of Denver Dental Arts understand how confusing it can be to make a choice for the smile. With our team, patients often find out about the options that are best suited for their lifestyles and meet their needs. For many patients, dental implants are a popular choice. In fact, many patients ask about dental implants near me.

What is a dental implant?

Dental implants are popular tooth replacement options chosen by patients in the Denver, NC area. This titanium post is made to act as a tooth root replacement and is surgically placed into the jaw. They stimulate the formation of bone around it, which holds it in place and provides it with the strength and durability needed to function as a natural tooth once did. The implant is restored with various options depending on the needs of the patient.

What are the benefits of dental implants?

Patients of Denver, NC choose dental implants for a variety of reasons. Below are just a few of the advantages dental implants have over alternatives such as bridges and dentures. Dental implants:

• Improve one’s ability to eat, chew, and speak
• Do not impact surrounding teeth
• Are strong and durable, lasting a lifetime with proper care
• Are convenient, requiring little care outside of traditional brushing and flossing
• Are successful in placement, with over a 95% success rate in placement
• Function as natural teeth once did

What to expect from the placement of a dental implant

The process of obtaining a dental implant starts with a consultation appointment with Drs. Nathen Ellis or Gary Hubbard to determine if a patient is a good fit. Dental implants can only be placed if patients have sufficient bone to support the implant. If they do not, they may need to consider alternatives or can ask about bone grafting. If a patient is deemed a proper candidate, they then move forward with the process:

• Planning. Planning for the placement of a dental implant may require x-rays and 3D scans. This allows the dentist to prepare for the implant and ensure that it is placed properly for best function.
• Surgical placement. A surgical date is made, during which the patient will have the implant put into the bone of the jaw. This is an oral surgery that is done with proper sedation and anesthetics for patient comfort.
• Healing. The area needs to heal before the implant can be restored over the top. Healing can take several months, as the bone grows around the implant to hold it in place. X-rays are used to monitor progress during this time.
• Restoration. Once the implant has healed, the patient will have a restoration placed over the abutment of the implant. This may be a crown, bridge, or denture, depending on how many teeth are being replaced.

Schedule your consultation visit with Drs. Nathen Ellis or Gary Hubbard

Denver, NC patients ready to learn more about using dental implants to restore the function and health of their smiles are welcome to book an appointment with our dentists to find out if they are viable candidates. Denver Dental Arts is conveniently located at 7206 Austin Smiles Court, Suite #103 and accepts new patients who call for a visit at (704) 908-6969.