Dental Implants Abingdon

A dental implant is a small screw placed in the jaw bone. As the bone heals around the implant, this creates a strong anchor to support a restoration. A single implant could support a crown or a bridge, while multiple implants can be placed to support a partial or full denture. This can offer a path forward for patients after tooth loss, with greater security than is typically offered by a denture. Once fixed in place, the implant will not slip or come loose, which means the patient can speak, smile and chew with complete confidence. With good care, a dental implant will last a lifetime and can be cared for like a natural tooth.

Patients looking for a full-mouth restoration might be concerned about the treatment times for traditional dental implants. An alternative in this instance would be All On 4 dental implants, sometimes referred to as Same Day Smiles. Instead of using short implants placed directly into the jaw bone, we can use longer implants placed at an angle. This allows for a same day load-bearing implant to be fitted, and the patient can wear this as the implants heal. This drastically shortens the treatment time, so patients don’t have to wear a temporary denture or wait for multiple follow-up treatments.