Because a dental implant will replace your tooth root, the bone is better preserved. With a bridge, some of the bone that previously surrounded the tooth begins to resorb (deteriorate). Dental implants integrate with your jawbone, helping to keep the bone healthy and intact.

In the long term, a single implant can be more aesthetic and easier to keep clean than a bridge. Gums can recede around a bridge, leaving a visible defect when the metal base or collar of the bridge becomes exposed. Resorbed bone beneath the bridge can lead to an unattractive smile. Additionally, the cement holding the bridge in place can wash out, allowing bacteria to decay the teeth that anchor the bridge.

Procedure

The implant, which looks like a screw or cylinder, is placed into your jaw. Over the next two to six months, the implant and the bone are allowed to bond together to form an anchor for your artificial tooth. During this time, a temporary tooth replacement option can be worn over the implant site.

Often, a second step of the procedure is necessary to uncover the implant and attach an extension. This small metal post, called an abutment, completes the foundation on which your new tooth will be placed. Your gums will be allowed to heal for a couple of weeks following this procedure.

There are some implant systems (one-stage) that do not require this second step. These systems use an implant that already has the extension piece attached. Dr. Segui and her team will advise you on which system is best for you.

Finally, a replacement tooth called a crown will be created by your restorative dentist and attached to the abutment. After a short time, you will experience restored confidence in your smile and your ability to chew and speak.

For patients who have lost multiple or most of their teeth, Dr. Isabelle Segui of Cosmo Dental also offers full arch dental implants. Full arch replacements consist of 4-6 implants that are used to hold a set of implant-supported dentures. We offer a wide range of implant treatments to meet the needs of every patient, no matter how many teeth you are missing.

FULL MOUTH RESTORATION

Full Arch Implant Solutions

If you would like to restore your entire upper, lower, or both arches of teeth, dental implants offer us a variety of solutions. We can use two implants to give a removable denture more retention, but there are also full-arch implant solutions that never have to be removed and look and feel much more natural. Full Arch Fixed Implant Restoration are permanent, implant-supported long-span bridge treatments. Unlike implant-supported dentures, implant-supported bridges are made of porcelain and they are permanently attached to your dental implants.

 

COMPLETING IMPLANT TREATMENT

The Restoration Process  

Here at Cosmo Dental, Dr. Isabelle Segui and her Associates are well versed in all that goes into planning a well-designed implant restoration. Cosmo Dental team are intensively trained as a team in the pre-surgical planning phase, to ensure that the placement of your implants is ideal. The details of the restoration process can vary depending on the treatment you’ve chosen but you can rest assured that we will be by your side every step of the way.