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Smile With Confidence

If you have one or more missing teeth, you know how it can affect your self-confidence and other aspects of your daily life, such as eating and speaking. Dental implants are the most effective tooth replacement solution—and they’re designed to be a permanent fix. At Parkside Dental, we feature dental implants as a fully functional restorative solution. Read on to learn more about how our Westland, MI dentists can restore your stunning smile. 

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are a durable and natural-looking solution to tooth loss that function just like your natural teeth. The implants are surgically inserted into your jawbone for a stable restoration, allowing you to enjoy all your favorite foods and smile brightly with complete confidence. 

Best of all, your implants can last a lifetime with proper dental care. This procedure replaces teeth from the crown to the root, making them a stable and reliable solution to tooth loss. 

Each dental implant is comprised of three parts, including:  

 

  • The Implant, the titanium post that serves as the new tooth root. The implant is permanently inserted into your jawbone, holding the restoration in place. 
  • The Abutment, a permanent connector that supports and holds a tooth or multiple teeth. 
  • The Customized Restoration, which is also known as the prosthetic. This is the part of your restoration that’s visible. We’ll use a porcelain crown or another custom made restoration to ensure your smile looks natural. 

 

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants can provide you with some extraordinary benefits. These include: 

 

  • A secure fit. Implants are surgically secured to your jawbone, reducing the possibility of your restoration moving out of place when you speak, eat, and smile. 
  • Long-lasting. While dental implants look and function like natural teeth, they’re immune to cavities and discoloration. By maintaining good oral health habits and biannual visits to our Westland, MI office, your dental implants can last a lifetime.

 

    • Prevents Jawbone Deterioration – When you lose teeth, your jawbone can start to weaken as your bone density thins. Dental implants mimic the root of a natural tooth, providing the stimulation your jawbone needs to stay healthy and strong.  

 

  • Custom-made. Your dental implants will be designed to match the shape, color, and size of your natural teeth for a flawless fit. You’ll be confident knowing that your implants blend in with the rest of your smile. 

 

Good Candidates for Dental Implants

If you have one or more missing teeth, our team will be happy to offer you a consultation to see if you might be a good candidate for dental implants at Parkside Dental. 

To receive a dental implant, you should have healthy gum and jawbone tissue. If your jawbone isn’t strong enough for an implant, supplemental procedures such as bone grafting can help. If you can’t or don’t want to undergo bone grafting, our office also offers mini dental implants. Mini implants only take one appointment to place and are smaller than full-sized implants.

The Dental Implant Process

The dental implant process takes several months and requires multiple visits to our Westland office. The steps are as follows: 

Initial Consultation

You’ll start by scheduling an initial consultation with Dr. Cohen or one of our other trusted dentists. This appointment will consist of a routine cleaning and an oral health exam. We’ll make sure your jawbone density is sufficient for implants, and we’ll diagnose and treat any underlying issues if necessary.

Placing Implants

The implant placement procedure is quick, easy, and virtually painless. Our dental team uses computer-guided technology to ensure accurate and precise implant placement. 

Once we’ve successfully placed your implants, they’ll naturally fuse to your jawbone over the course of three to six months in a process called osseointegration. During this time, we’ll create your customized restorations. 

Your Final Restoration

Once you’ve fully healed from your implant procedure, you’ll return to our dental office for the last step. We’ll place your customized porcelain crown or other custom restoration to recreate the appearance and natural structure of your teeth. You’ll leave our office with a fully functional, beautiful smile. 

(Implants case completed by Parkside Dental Team)

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW LONG DO DENTAL IMPLANTS LAST?

Dental implants last for a long time — decades, or even for a lifetime with proper care. They’re made from high-quality, durable materials that integrate naturally with your jawbone. Implants are sturdy and won’t come out.

To ensure your implants last as long as possible, a good oral hygiene routine is essential. Dental implants don’t require any special care beyond daily toothbrushing and flossing, so they’re easy to keep up with. 

Visiting our Parkside dentists for regular cleanings and checkups is also recommended. We can clean off your teeth and implants to keep them sparkling and safe.

HOW MUCH DO DENTAL IMPLANTS COST?

The cost of dental implants varies depending on your unique situation. Some of the main factors that influence your cost of treatment include the type of implants you need, how many you need, and your insurance coverage.

Less expensive implant procedures may be tempting, but they often exclude important parts of the procedure that can endanger your health as well as the success of your implant. Our implant dentists are all highly experienced and care about your safety.

If you’re concerned about the costs of dental implants, Parkside Dental Team can help. We accept many payment options and offer convenient financing options that can break your bill down into affordable monthly amounts.

HOW DO YOU TAKE CARE OF YOUR DENTAL IMPLANTS AFTER THE PROCEDURE?

Dental implants are easy to take care of. They only require the same amount of hygiene as a natural tooth — just brush and floss them every day. Make sure to use a non-abrasive toothpaste and gentle floss so you don’t scratch your implant.

While everyday hygiene is simple, it’s essential that you be careful while you heal from your surgery. Avoid using a straw, be gentle when spitting, and eat soft foods until you’ve healed. After your surgery, your dentist will give you detailed care instructions.

ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS SAFE?

Yes, dental implants are safe. Dental implant surgery is a highly successful procedure with few complications.

Implants are made from biocompatible materials that integrate naturally into your jawbone. They promote your natural health by keeping your jawbone strong and healthy. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that prevents jawbone deterioration. 

They also protect vulnerable areas of your mouth from harmful bacteria, protecting the natural teeth you have. You’re less likely to lose more teeth if you have a dental implant.

DOES INSURANCE COVER MY DENTAL IMPLANTS PROCEDURE?

Most dental insurances cover at least part of the cost of dental implants. If you’d like to find out the details of your dental insurance coverage, we recommend contacting your provider. They can help you find out how much coverage you qualify for.

If you’re concerned about affording dental implants, our office can help. We accept many payment options and offer financing plans that can break your treatment cost down into monthly amounts that fit into your budget.

WHAT DO I DO IN THE EVENT OF A COMPLICATION WITH MY DENTAL IMPLANTS?

Complications with dental implants are rare but in the event that you have one, call our office at (734) 261-6060. We’ll be able to walk you through the steps to fix your dental implant and schedule an appointment so we can examine your dental implant.

The most common dental implant complications are infections, injury or nerve damage, and sinus problems. Most complications are minor and can be easily treated.

Dental Implants at Parkside Dental

Dental implants can give you a strong, healthy, and stunning smile, potentially for the rest of your life. If you’re considering dental implants in Westland, Detroit, Livonia, Garden City, Birmingham, or the surrounding areas, we’d love to meet with you. To schedule your dental implant consultation, call us today at  (734) 261-6060. You can also fill out our appointment request form and we’ll get back to you right away.