A Foundation For Your Smile
You may feel self-conscious about your smile, if you are missing teeth. Serious dental issues and extra wear on your remaining teeth can also cause complications for your oral health.
That's why our dentists at Aura Clinique Dentaire Elite offer dental implants. These tooth replacements help prevent surrounding teeth from shifting, resolve bite issues or jaw joint pain, and give you the look and feel of a natural tooth.
Implants can be used to fill the gap left by one or multiple missing teeth, preventing problems such as facial sagging and issues with chewing.
Dental implants normally have a high success rate and can last for many years with proper care and maintenance. They also allow for improved speech and chewing abilities, making them a popular option among patients.
Replace Missing Teeth to Prevent Oral Health Issues
Do you have a missing tooth? In addition to causing aesthetic concerns, a gap in your smile can lead to other teeth shifting to fill the space. The jaw bone around the area may also deteriorate, negatively impacting your ability to speak and chew and resulting in sagging facial muscles.
The Dental Implant Process
Your dentist will use a dental implant (titanium screw) and a tooth replacement to fill the gap left by a missing tooth.
The dental implant procedure consists of placing an implant into your jaw bone below the gum tissue. When implanted, the screw works as a natural tooth root.
Once the healing is complete post-surgery, patients return to our office to complete the procedure.
Finally, your dentist will attach a 'cap' tooth replacement, such as a dental crown, bridge or denture, to the implant to help achieve the look and feel of a natural tooth and restore your smile.
Dental Implant FAQs
Read the answers to our most frequently asked questions about dental implants from our dentists in Boucherville.
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How long does a dental implant last?
With regular brushing and flossing, a dental Implant can last a lifetime. The longevity of your dental implant may also depend on other factors including nutrition, genetics, or the development of any dental diseases.
Schedule regular dental checkups to ensure the health and proper functioning of your implants.
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Are dental implants safe?
While the implant procedure is considered to be safe, having implants installed is a surgical procedure. As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved. Please talk to your dentist if you have any concerns.
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How do I care for my dental implants?
With proper care and regular visits to your dentist, your dental implant can last for a long time.
Visiting your dentist for regular hygiene appointments and maintaining a proper brushing and flossing routine at home can help prevent decay or diseases from developing in the surrounding teeth and gums, which can negatively affect your dental implant.
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Does getting a dental implant hurt?
During dental implant surgery, your dentist will administer anesthesia to make you comfortable so you won't feel pain during the procedure.
Following the procedure, there is not usually much discomfort. Most patients can manage any pain with an over-the-counter pain medication for a few days after the procedure.
You will also need to eat a soft diet for the first couple of weeks after the implant procedure to avoid pain or irritation.
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How long does the dental implant process take?
The entire dental implant procedure usually takes about two to nine months to complete, depending on your treatment plan.
Your dentist can provide you with a more specific timeline based on your particular case.
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Will my insurance cover dental implants?
Some insurances companies will cover the cost of dental implants, while some will only pay for a portion of the cost, and others won't pay for any part of it.
To determine what part, if any, of your dental implant treatment will be covered by your insurance, check with your insurance provider.