Surgical & Implant Care
Dental Implants in Southfield, MI
A tooth-replacement option that uses a post placed in the jawbone to support a crown, bridge, or denture.
Understanding Dental Implants
A dental implant is a small post, typically made of titanium, that is placed in the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root. Once healed, it can support a crown, bridge, or denture to replace one or more missing teeth.
Implants are often considered as part of a comprehensive tooth-replacement plan and require adequate bone for support. A consultation and evaluation are needed to determine whether implants are appropriate for you.
Common Reasons This Treatment May Be Recommended
- One or more teeth are missing and you are considering a fixed replacement option
- You want an option that does not rely on adjacent teeth for support
- You are looking for an alternative to a removable partial or complete denture
- Bone grafting has prepared an area for implant placement
What Patients Can Generally Expect
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Your dentist will evaluate your teeth, gums, and jawbone and review imaging.
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If appropriate, the implant post is placed in the jawbone.
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A healing period allows the implant to integrate with the bone.
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A crown, bridge, or denture is then attached to the restored implant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dental Implants FAQs
Related Treatments
Bone Grafting
A procedure that helps rebuild jawbone in an area where bone has been lost, often in preparation for an implant.
Learn moreDental Crowns
A custom restoration that covers a damaged or weakened tooth to help restore its strength, shape, and appearance.
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A fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth on either side of the gap.
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A removable option for replacing a full arch of missing teeth to help restore appearance and function.
Learn moreConsidering dental implants?
Schedule an evaluation at Najor Dental Center. After examining your teeth and oral health, your dentist can explain whether this treatment may be appropriate for you.
Website information is provided for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for examination, diagnosis, or individualized advice from a licensed dental professional.