Dental Implants – Asheville, NC
Lifelike Tooth Replacement You Can Count On
Technology is constantly evolving in every aspect of our lives, and tooth replacement is no exception. While traditional dentures and dental bridges are still a viable option for many patients looking to replace their missing teeth, they’re far from the greatest that modern dentistry has to offer. That distinction goes to dental implants, which not only look and feel more natural than other options, but can also last for decades to come. Plus, our team at Parkview Dental can complete the entire dental implant treatment process in-house. To get started on rebuilding your smile with a reliable, lasting solution, contact us today to schedule your dental implant consultation!
WHY CHOOSE PARKVIEW DENTAL FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS?
Dental Implants Placed & Restored In-House
Treating Asheville Patients of All Ages for 30+ Years
Affordable, Low-Interest Dental Financing Offered
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is basically an artificial tooth root that is surgically placed into the jawbone where the roots of missing teeth once were. Made of biocompatible titanium, the implant post integrates with the jawbone tissue to create a stable foundation for a custom-made dental crown, bridge, or denture to be placed on top. Currently, dental implants are the only tooth replacement that recreates both the root and the crown of a lost tooth, making it virtually indistinguishable from your natural tooth in every way.
The Dental Implant Process
- The initial consultation to determine your candidacy for dental implants
- The surgical placement of the implants in your jaw
- Osseointegration – the process of the implants fusing to your jawbone
- The placement of your final restoration, which may be a crown, bridge, or denture
Benefits of Dental Implants
One of the best things about dental implants is that they not only look like natural teeth, but they also feel like them. Even if you’re chowing down on a crunchy apple or a tough steak, it will feel as though you never lost any teeth in the first place. That’s because dental implants are firmly embedded in the jaw, which also helps to prevent the jawbone loss that starts to occur after a tooth is removed. Lastly, the foundation that the implant forms with your jaw allows it to remain in place for 30 years or longer with little maintenance beyond basic at-home oral hygiene and regular dental checkups.
Who Dental Implants Can Help
Whether you’re missing just a couple of teeth or an entire arch, there’s a good chance that you can benefit from dental implants. Most healthy adults are eligible for this treatment, which is versatile enough to replace any number of lost teeth. Depending on what we find during your initial consultation, we can come up with a specific treatment plan to meet your needs.
Missing One Tooth
To replace a single missing tooth, we can vertically insert a dental implant into the empty space and top it with a porcelain crown. This crown is expertly shaded to blend in with the surrounding teeth. Unlike a dental bridge, a dental implant won’t require that two of your remaining teeth be filed down for support.
Missing Multiple Teeth
Rather than replacing each missing tooth with its own dedicated implant, a small number of strategically placed implants can be enough to secure a dental bridge or partial denture that is much sturdier and longer-lasting than its traditional counterpart.
Missing All Teeth
With just four to eight implants, we can provide enough support for a full denture, bringing back an entire arch of lost teeth at the same time. You can count on implant dentures to stay in place without the need for adhesive, and they restore much more biting force than traditional dentures do.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
While dental implants may seem more expensive initially than more conventional options, keep in mind that they should last exponentially longer, making them more cost-effective. The price of dental implants can vary based on a number of factors, so it’s impossible for us to give you an estimate until we’ve gone over your situation. In addition to filing insurance claims on your behalf, we can help you apply for third-party, low-interest financing to make your new teeth affordable.
