Dental Implants

Dental implants are a secure, permanent solution to correcting damage done to an individual’s smile. Because dental implants feel and function like natural teeth they are a great restorative option for patients looking for a permanent solution with a natural tooth feel. Dental implants restore the structure and appearance of a person’s face and remove flaws that come with tooth loss, broken teeth, decay, or severe wear.

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What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants work by imitating your mouth’s natural structure, function and appearance, and because they fuse to the bone structure itself, they are an extremely sturdy restoration.

The implant itself is a cylinder made out of high-quality, biocompatible titanium. This piece is surgically implanted into the patient’s jawbone by an oral surgeon and over time it heals and fuses to the bone, the same way a natural tooth root would. Once the implanted component has healed, a porcelain crown is fabricated to match the size, shade, and shape of your other teeth for a seamless look. This crown anchors to the implant and creates a natural feeling and fully functional, beautiful new tooth.

Who Are Dental Implants for?

Dental implants can be used to correct an array of dental problems, so if you suffer from one of the issues mentioned below, you can take advantage of permanent, functional solutions you may not have thought possible before.

This procedure may be applied to correct the following issues:

  • Broken or Cracked Teeth
  • Poor-fitting Dentures
  • Collapsed Facial Appearance
  • Old, Deteriorated Dental Work
  • Missing Teeth
  • Severe Periodontal Disease
  • Difficulty Biting, Chewing, and Eating

Dental implants are most ideal for individuals who are missing teeth, because not only does this procedure restore the appearance of a patient’s smile, but it also fully restores the natural function of the mouth.

Benefits of Dental Implants

In addition to enhancing the appearance of your smile and the structure of your face, dental implants are also helpful when it comes to preventing further tooth loss and deterioration of the jawbone.

Even a single missing tooth can lead to compound problems as time passes, so if you’re considering restorative dentistry, take a look at the benefits that are possible with dental implants.

  • Implants look and function like natural teeth.
  • Implants support and stabilize surrounding teeth.
  • Implants allow patients to chew and eat regularly.
  • Implants improve smiles and facial structures, taking years off your face.
  • Implants provide a solution that can last a lifetime.

What Are the Steps in Dental Implants?

Creating beautiful implants that can last a lifetime takes planning, expertise, and a team of experienced professionals. The team at Signature Dentistry Centennial, has been successfully replacing missing teeth with dental implants for over twenty years. While the process takes a few months to complete, the end result and benefits make it well worth it. The process of having a dental implant done has two distinct steps:

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Surgical – This step consists of planning your customized dental implant solution to fit your unique situation. You then see a dentist with a high degree of specialized training in the placement of dental implants to perform the implant surgery. If a temporary is needed during this time the doctor would create one custom for you.

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Surgical – This step consists of planning your customized dental implant solution to fit your unique situation. You then see a dentist with a high degree of specialized training in the placement of dental implants to perform the implant surgery. If a temporary is needed during this time the doctor would create one custom for you.

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Restoration – After a few months, once your dental implant has fused to the jawbone, you will return to have an impression taken of the implant. This will be used by the dental laboratory technician to create a precise connector and crown for the implant, matching your natural teeth’s color, shape, size, and bite. When you return to our office a few weeks later we anchor the final prosthesis to the implants and complete restoration of the natural teeth. Our doctors take time at this appointment to get the fine details of your bite and smile feeling and looking great . Implants, if maintained properly, can last for decades or even a lifetime.

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Restoration – After a few months, once your dental implant has fused to the jawbone, you will return to have an impression taken of the implant. This will be used by the dental laboratory technician to create a precise connector and crown for the implant, matching your natural teeth’s color, shape, size, and bite. When you return to our office a few weeks later we anchor the final prosthesis to the implants and complete restoration of the natural teeth. Our doctors take time at this appointment to get the fine details of your bite and smile feeling and looking great . Implants, if maintained properly, can last for decades or even a lifetime.

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Why Choose Signature Dentistry Centennial for Implants?

Dental implants are a complex procedure, and because of this, our team is expected to maintain the highest level of skill and training.

Each procedure we perform is conducted with quality and patient care in mind, and as we continue to gain experience, so too do we continue to perfect our craft. Patients who trust Signature Dentistry Centennial with their dental implant procedures can not only count on the highest quality and most aesthetically pleasing results, but they can also feel confident that they’ll be receiving the most exceptional service.

Our team’s level of expertise and care sets us apart from any other dental office in the Centennial area. Give us a call to experience a one-of-a-kind visit.

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