Dental Implants in Spring, TX

It's important when you lose teeth or your teeth are severely damaged to replace natural teeth for a healthy smile. Crowns and roots of missing teeth can be replaced by dental implants, which bond with the jawbone, creating a long-term replacement for your natural teeth. You may need implants to replace one tooth or every tooth in your mouth that is either missing or damaged. They are comprised of biocompatible titanium posts and are positioned in the jaw to give you solid support for a crown, bridge, or denture restoration.

With dental implants, your treatment for lost or damaged teeth will look natural and mirror your normal functionality. Our general dentist may work with a periodontist to complete your implant procedure at Made Ya Smile Rayford. You do not have to experience damage to your health and wellness due to tooth loss. Find out today if you may benefit from dental implants by scheduling a visit at our Spring, TX office.

There are a variety of reasons you may want dental implants. These dental inserts are an effective restoration option for many of our Spring, TX patients. Some common benefits of dental implants when replacing teeth include:

• Long-term functionality
• Look and feel like natural teeth
• Incorporate with bone tissue to sustain health and function of the jawbone
• Easier ability to chew
• Increased confidence

If you have lost one or multiple teeth in your upper or lower jaw, dental implants may be right for your smile. Other reasons you may be a good candidate for implants include the presence of severely damaged or decayed teeth that are beyond repair, or you're looking for a permanent alternative to removable dentures. It is essential that there is sufficient bone and jaw structure in order to perform an implant procedure. This supporting structure allows us to properly replace your teeth. You also may not qualify for this procedure if you have certain medical conditions, use tobacco, or are pregnant.

In the process of your dental implant procedure, a solid connection between the implant and your jawbone is formed in a process called osseointegration. Your posts will be topped with a natural-looking dental crown, bridge, or denture to complete your tooth replacement procedure. Implants are a well-respected option because of the long-term benefits and oral health advantages they bring. With years of experience treating our patients through this procedure, our elite team of dentists wants to help you regain your confidence and health. We will work with you during your consultation to determine if this option is the right choice for your smile.

We're proud to provide a one-stop-shop for dental implants in Spring, TX at Made Ya Smile. We save you time and money by taking care of you from start to finish, surgical placement to restoration, under one roof. Using advanced 3D intraoral imaging along with other high-tech solutions helps us generate the best implant results for your smile. Bone grafting may be necessary for patients who have experienced bone loss in the jaw. This procedure will build up the jaw to provide sufficient support for your new implants.

Our periodontist will begin your implant procedure by numbing your gum and bone tissues. If you are anxious about your procedure, sedation dentistry services are also available. An incision in the gum tissue will be made before we place your implant posts at a specific location within your bone. Once positioned, we will suture your gums fully covering the implant post, or we may leave a small portion of the post exposed in your mouth depending on the need. After your procedure, we will allow your jaw to heal and integrate with your dental implant posts. For some, temporary restorations may be placed to be worn during the healing phase. Custom-created crowns, a bridge, or dentures will be attached securely to your implant posts once they are ready. At that time, any adjustments to your bite will be made to ensure your implant restorations fit comfortably.

When you have multiple teeth missing in a concentrated area of the mouth, our dentists in Spring, TX, may recommend an implant bridge. This is two or more crowns bound together to make one restoration which will attach to a set of dental implants in the jaw. If you are missing most of your teeth on either the upper or lower jaw, a full-mouth arch implant-supported denture may be an option available to you. Dentures supported by implants are attached to two or more dental implants in the upper or lower jaw. The placement of the implants would work almost the same as the placement of a single implant for a single-tooth restoration.

All-on-4® dental implants from Nobel Biocare® may be a great solution for you to replace a full arch of severely damaged or missing teeth. These dental implants are an innovative and convenient option for patients who need full arch tooth replacements. In this method, our specialist securely replaces your lost teeth by specifically positioning four dental implants in your upper or lower jaw and then securely attaching a natural-looking, customized full arch appliance. This option is ideal for patients who need full-mouth dental implants but do not desire the diet limitations and hassle of removable dental appliances.

Post-op instructions will be provided once your implant surgery is complete. These instructions will cover how to care for implant sites during the healing process and advise of any symptoms that should be reported to our team. Some bruising, discomfort, or swelling in your gums, face, and jaw may appear as you heal and our dentists may prescribe pain medication or recommend over-the-counter pain relievers to keep your soreness under control in the days after your surgery. It typically takes 3 – 6 months for the integration process between your implant posts and jaw to be completed. Once they are fully integrated, you will return to our office to have impressions taken. Our lab will use these models to custom-create your implant crown, denture, or bridge. Only the highest quality materials are used for your implants, and we design your restorations to blend optimally with your smile and look and feel like real teeth.

Your new tooth replacement will be anchored to your posts with permanent cement or screwed in place. Home care instructions will be given to you for ideal brushing and flossing techniques, which will help you maintain healthy tissue around your implants. Implants should be cared for in the same way as natural teeth, and it's important to keep up with your routine dental cleaning and exam visits at Made Ya Smile. Routine care by our dentists will your implants in top-shape and help our team assess the function and appearance of your tooth replacements over time.

Your implant procedure may be covered in part by your insurance, depending on your plan and reason for treatment. Most PPO plans are accepted at Made Ya Smile, and we will reach out to your provider to determine your exact coverage. Our team is dedicated to helping patients find optimal solutions for their smiles and can help your treatment fit into your budget in a variety of ways. We accept low-interest financing plans from CareCredit® and provide several convenient payment options.

Do dental implants last?
Dental implants are not like natural teeth — they can't be affected by decay or other dental diseases. Therefore, teeth implants are long-lasting. It is important to remember, however, that even though the implants aren't susceptible to dental disease, the surrounding gums are.

What foods should I eat right after my procedure?
After getting dental implants at our Spring, TX office, we suggest soft foods and a lot of liquids following your surgery. We suggest things like milkshakes, protein shakes, yogurt, cottage cheese, or mashed potatoes. About three days after your implants, you can start eating foods like soft-boiled eggs, macaroni and cheese, and oatmeal.

How many implants do I need?
Our implant dentists will tell you how many implants you need after an evaluation of your mouth. The number you need will depend on how many missing teeth you have. Generally, two implants can support the lower removable denture and four implants can support a full set of permanent teeth.

For a long-term tooth replacement solution that will help you speak and eat with ease and boost your self-confidence, dental implants can be an ideal choice. To streamline your procedure, our dentists and periodontist at Made Ya Smile Rayford collaborate to give you the optimal care you need under one roof. Implants may be your ideal way to replace missing or damaged teeth, and our caring Spring, TX team would be happy to meet with you to help you decide if this potentially life-changing procedure is right for you.